Introduction

Introduced in v5.1, this module enables biobanks to track inventory of supplies e.g processing kits, collection kits, assay kits, collection containers etc.

Highlights:

• Supplies can be assigned per study or site
• Can be configured to automatically deplete based on rules defined on specimens collection steps.
• Supports barcoded and non-barcoded supplies. 
• Sends reminders for low supply count and expiry dates

It consists of:

1. Supply types: This defines a template for each type of supply. E.g. collection kit for 'pre-op' event of a study, PPE, surgical implements, labels, etc.
2. Supplies: These are the actual items that you want to track. Supplies are linked to a 'Supply Type'.
3. Site: where you will store the supplies.
4. Supplies can have expiry date, barcode (optional), and CP and site restrictions.
5. Notifications: Are sent based on the expiry date or if a site is running out of supplies (i.e. low quantity).
6. Supply module can be accessed by super admins or users with "Supply" privileges.

How to navigate to Supplies?

To access the supplies module navigate to the 'Home' page → Click on 'Supplies' card.

Privileges

By default, supplies is accessible only to super-admins. If you wish to give supply privileges to any other user:

1. As super administrator, go to 'Roles'
2. Edit an existing 'Role' or 'Add' a new Role
3. Include the "Supplies" resource along with the appropriate privileges
4. Refer to Roles and Privileges for more details

More details

• Supply Types
• Vendors and Locations
• Supplies
• Supply Items
• Consuming supplies