Tool management for mechanical engineering

Precision tools in mechanical engineering are expensive and if they are missing, the machine stops. Inventory ONE digitizes your tool issue: every removal, every return, every location. Completely traceable, recorded in seconds.
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More time for the essentials

No more confusing lists, Excel files and paper chaos! With our tool management system, mechanical engineering companies can manage their tools and work equipment easily, digitally and centrally in one place. Maintain an overview of special tools, measuring equipment, test equipment, machine accessories and all important work equipment at all times - across all locations and in real time. From the assignment of tools to employees to the planning and documentation of maintenance, inspections and calibrations, our digital tool management supports you in all daily tasks in mechanical engineering. This reduces manual administration work, avoids unnecessary search times and ensures more efficient processes in production, workshop and warehouse. With Inventory ONE, you can organize your tools smarter, save valuable time and focus on what really matters: efficient processes and smooth operations in mechanical engineering.
Simply manage.

What you record in Inventory ONE

Cutting tools
Milling cutters, drills, turning tools, reamers - recorded individually or as a set, with tool life, condition and issue history.
Hand tools & measuring tools
Wrenches, torque wrenches, calipers, dial gauges assigned by employee or workplace.
Fixture & clamping tool
Collets, holders, shrink fit chucks with calibration data and assignment to the machine tool.
Special tools & custom-made products
Special tools for specific parts groups or machines with complete usage history and cost center assignment.
Everything in view.

Digital tool dispensing - from removal to return

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Output via QR code in seconds

Employees scan tools as they are removed from the tool cabinet or the tool dispenser. It takes seconds to record who, what, for which job and by when. No entry book, no paper.

Tool sets completely under control

You record tools that belong together - a drill set, a thread cutting set - as a unit. On return, the system checks for completeness and reports missing parts immediately.

Monitor service life & wear

You can store maximum tool life or usage figures for cutting tools. Inventory ONE automatically warns you when a tool reaches its service life - before quality problems arise in production.

Recognize losses immediately

Unreturned tools automatically appear as overdue in the dashboard. You can immediately see what is missing, who last had it and since when - before an expensive precision tool is lost for good.
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Everything your inventory management
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Inventory

Carry out your inventory digitally - simply record, count and update stock in real time using the app.
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QR, barcode, NFC tag

Each inventory item is uniquely identified by QR code - simply scan and you're done.
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Internationalization

Use Inventory ONE in your language - the app is available to your team in several languages.
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Team Chat

Communicate directly in the app - write to your team without external tools or detours.
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Processes

Create your own workflows and automate recurring processes - without any IT knowledge.
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Reservations

Plan resources with foresight and keep an eye on availability at all times.
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Always and everywhere

Tool management in mechanical engineering made easy

Are you looking for efficient tool management and want to keep track of everything, no matter where you are? Our innovative digital tool management system from Inventory ONE is here to help. Sophisticated and tried-and-tested functions make management much easier. The optional QR codes allow you to call up important information at lightning speed and easily implement the necessary measures - no matter where you are.

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All resources always in view

Tool management for your business

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With Inventory ONE, you can see at any time where which tools are located, who is currently using what, who has reserved what and when, or whether maintenance or inspection dates are due for certain tools. You can also view your stock at all times.

Inventory ONE also gives you a very good overview of your consumables, such as adhesive tape, screws, nails, etc., at all times. When the specified quantity of a material is reached, you are automatically reminded via the application and by e-mail of what needs to be reordered.

To ensure that your tools are always in good working order, appointments can be created so that you do not miss any maintenance or prescribed inspections. You are automatically reminded of the appointment in the app and by email if you wish.

With Inventory ONE, every authorized person has access to information about the tools. In addition to the overview, reservations and appointments, you can also upload information (such as user manuals) for a device, which can be accessed anytime and anywhere.

Inventory ONE can process scanned QR codes. Although these are not absolutely necessary, they save you a lot of time if you want to enter new tools or retrieve data on existing inventory. Inventory ONE offers QR codes that are ideal for this at a reasonable price (More info). Inventory ONE can also process the existing barcodes on your tools.

Assignments in Inventory ONE are very flexible. Tools can be assigned not only to colleagues and employees, but also to external persons, projects, locations and rooms. You can also flexibly set the access rights in Inventory ONE. Employees can independently pass on and exchange tools with each other and document this in a verifiable manner. For example, if you assign a tool to an employee, this action is actively confirmed by the employee concerned. The same happens the other way round when a tool is returned.

When tools are issued or loaned out, you can quickly find each individual piece of equipment using our detailed search function. You can also specify whether employees can search the entire equipment or only for individual tools assigned to them.

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To organize your tools in the best possible way, you need the option of reserving individual devices directly in the system. This is exactly what Inventory ONE makes very easy to do. This practical function will help you to plan the use and availability of tools well. This avoids hassle and no one will be unpleasantly surprised if, for example, a piece of equipment that you urgently need is not available.

If certain tools ever cause problems or become damaged, employees can record this directly in the app. In their overview, those responsible can always see whether a new problem has been reported and can therefore react in good time. This prevents the problem from being remembered until someone already needs the tool.

With Inventory ONE, you can see the "CV" of all tools. How long has it been in your company, who has used it and for how long, and what was its overall utilization? When was it broken, when was it repaired and when was it serviced? This information is not only helpful as proof, but also when planning the purchase of new tools. Our software makes the complete documentation of your equipment very easy.

For the initial equipment of new employees or for recurring projects, Inventory ONE supports you in issuing the required tools. In this case, lists can be defined as to which devices are issued as standard. This saves you a lot of time with recurring tasks.

Have you already recorded your tools in a large Excel list or have you been using other tool management software? In this case, we will be happy to help you move to Inventory ONE. With our data import, the switch is usually straightforward. And if the existing data is a little more complex, we will be happy to help you with the import.

Inventory ONE was developed to make the day-to-day work of mechanical engineering companies much easier. It may make sense to integrate the application into your IT environment. If you need interfaces for this, please contact us.

Inventory ONE is currently available in German, English, French and Italian. Other languages will follow. If you urgently need another language, please let us know. Our experts will try to help as quickly as possible.

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Practical example: Digitized tool dispensing - 60 % less tool losses

A turned parts manufacturer from the Black Forest with 45 employees kept a handwritten record of its tool issue. The result: precision tools regularly disappeared, usage figures were not tracked, worn tools remained in circulation for too long and caused rejects. Following the introduction of Inventory ONE, each tool is issued and booked back using a QR code. Downtimes are monitored automatically and overdue returns appear daily in the dashboard. In the first year after the introduction, unexplained tool losses were reduced by more than half.

Our Customers are Enthusiastic and you will be too.

Over 10,000 satisfied users already rely on our solution.
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"We are very satisfied with Inventory ONE. It has helped us a lot to know which department our IT equipment is in. We can now assign the cost centers perfectly. The onboarding helped a lot to set everything up correctly."
Yasin Teber
"We were finally able to replace our old Excel spreadsheets with Inventory ONE. It's now very easy to keep the data up to date. We use it to manage inventory levels and inspection dates."
Maike Silberhaupt
"Since we started using inventory management, we finally have an overview of our inventory and have been able to avoid unnecessary new purchases for new employees."
M.C.
"Inventory ONE has been successfully integrated into our company processes. Implementation went quickly and smoothly. The application is intuitive to use and creates added value in daily use. We are very satisfied and appreciate the partnership-based cooperation."
Fabian Blankenhorn
"Inventory ONE fulfills everything you need for a structured IT inventory. The interface is clear, the range of functions is sufficient and the application is stable. Support responds quickly and provides straightforward assistance. The price is fair for what it offers."
Thomas Knoll
"The database is used daily and is very helpful for our clothing administration. If we have a problem, we can always contact support and the problems are solved within a short time."
Anonymous
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Many other advantages

versatile
With Inventory ONE, you can not only manage operating resources in the form of equipment or tools. Equipment such as vehicles can also be excellently organized.
customizable
Does your mechanical engineering company have special requirements and do you need digital tool management that is precisely tailored to your work processes? No problem - our experts will find / develop a solution.
App
Inventory ONE can be used with all common browsers. An app solution that is independent of the browser is also available: For Android and iOS.
GDPR-compliant
Your data is stored exclusively in German data centers. The data is processed in accordance with the GDPR requirements. Read more in the privacy policy.
tailored
Thanks to regular feedback from Inventory ONE customers, the application is continuously optimized and adapted to the requirements of your daily work. Of course, you can also pass on your wishes and ideas to us. The goal of Inventory ONE is to make your digital resource management even better.
inexpensive
Have you already looked into digital tool management and researched solutions? Then you will have noticed: Inventory ONE is amazingly affordable. Especially when you consider all the features you get as a team.
location-independent
Inventory ONE gives you maximum independence. With our application, you are not tied to one place or one device. With a smartphone or tablet, you have access to the entire management of your tools anywhere and at any time.
intuitive
The Inventory ONE application is not only extremely helpful in your day-to-day work, but also very easy to use. It does not require any prior knowledge, nor does it require a long training period. Inventory ONE is uncomplicated and self-explanatory.
system-independent
As a digital application, you can use Inventory ONE with any PC, Mac, tablet or smartphone. No special hardware requirements are needed. Inventory ONE can be used via any standard browser. All you need is a connection to the Internet.
mobile optimized
Experience has shown that the best place to manage tools is not always the desk in the office. On-site use at the customer's premises or on the road is often extremely helpful. That's why Inventory ONE is of course also optimized for mobile devices. You can also manage your tools perfectly on small devices.
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F.A.Q.

Frequently asked questions

No. Inventory ONE runs on any PC, Mac, tablet or smartphone via the browser. There are also native apps for Android and iOS. The only requirement: an internet connection.

Most companies are up and running within an hour. Inventory can be created manually or imported directly via data import from an existing Excel list.

Basically everything: devices, tools, vehicles, IT equipment, furniture, consumables. Each object can be assigned to employees, locations, projects, rooms or vehicles.

By QR code scan (fastest method), by barcode (existing labels can be used) or manually without code technology. QR code labels can be ordered directly via Inventory ONE.

Yes, Inventory ONE can be integrated into existing IT environments via interfaces. Individual interfaces can be programmed promptly on request.

All data is stored exclusively in German data centers and processed in accordance with the GDPR. Inventory ONE carries the heyData data protection certificate.

Both the web application and the app are very easy to use. This means that even users without an affinity for digital products are quickly able to use Inventory ONE with ease. The software was developed in close cooperation with active customers from the outset in order to tailor the operation and functional scope of the software to their everyday working needs.

Yes, a transfer is recorded as a new expense. The new person responsible is stored, the old one is debited. The complete transfer history remains saved on the tool.

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