- Confirm the item should be individually tracked
- Assign or verify the internal asset ID
- Record manufacturer, model and serial number
- Record owner / responsible department
- Record initial custodian if assigned
- Record physical or home location
- Set initial status and condition
- Link acquisition / receiving reference
- Attach or reference useful warranty information
- Apply and verify the physical tag
- Confirm any commissioning or acceptance step
- Add the asset to the next verification population
Use proportionately: Not every asset needs every control. High-value, mobile, critical or sensitive assets may justify more evidence than low-risk fixed equipment.