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coreSTORE - Work Orders: Creating New Firearm Work Orders

This guide offers detailed instructions on how to create new firearm work orders in coreSTORE. Following these steps will help you manage and track firearm repairs and services effectively. By the end of this guide, you will have a clear understanding of the process, ensuring accurate and efficient creation of work orders for firearms within the system.


Click on Work Orders

Click on "Work Orders" in the left-hand navigation menu.

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Click on Dashboard

Select "Dashboard" in the Work Orders submenu.

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Click on New Work Order

Click on the "New Work Order" option in the top right corner to start the intake of a new item.

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Select the Customer initiating the repair

Here we will select the customer brining in the item for repair. Simply start typing the clients name if they are part of the existing customer data base or hit the green icon below to create a new client in coreSTORE.

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Search for an existing item in the database / or Enter a new product

Here, we can search for an existing item in the database. If you have carried this product before, it will populate the information below, except for the serial number.

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Confirm the item is flagged for a bound book entry.

To ensure we properly track your firearm while it's being repaired, we'll need to confirm if a "Bound Book Entry" is required. This simply helps us create a record of the firearm for our Bound Book system.

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Required Fields

To ensure a smooth intake process for your firearm repair, we have a few quick details we'll need to collect. These details are required by law for all firearm acquisitions in our industry. They help us keep everything organized and documented properly. You will see these fields highlighted in red.

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Click on Add Item

Clicking on Add Item will add the entered product to the items on work order list.

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Click on Process

Once you're happy with everything, simply click "Process" to confirm the items for your repair and move on to the work order details.

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Work Order and Status

To easily find your work order details, take a look at the top left corner. You'll see your unique work order ticket number and the current status, which will be "New" since this is a fresh repair request.

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Customer Information

Customer information will be conveniently displayed in the "Customer" section. This ensures we have everything we need to complete your firearm repair smoothly.

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Items Being Repaired

The "Items" section will clearly show the details of your firearm being repaired. This includes the description, category, serial number, and any UPC code it may have.

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Technician

Need a specific technician for the job? The "Technician" field lets you assign the work order to a qualified expert. This is especially helpful if your firearm requires a technician with a particular certification.

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Estimated Repair Date

The "Estimated Repair Date" gives you a heads-up on when you can expect the work to be completed.

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Estimates

The "Estimates" section is your one-stop shop for getting a ballpark idea of the repair costs. Here, you can easily add any parts or labor that might be needed for your repair. This will give you a preliminary estimate of the total work order amount.

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Parts & Labor

The "Parts and Labor" section is where we detail the exact parts used and work performed on your repair. This information can be finalized later, especially if we start with an estimate and await your approval before diving in.

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Notes

Our "Notes" section lets you share details about your repair. Public notes are for you and our technicians, so feel free to mention the or any requests. Internal notes are private for our team to record the firearm's condition upon arrival.

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Images

Snap a picture for better service! Our system lets you upload photos of your firearm. This helps us clearly document its condition when you bring it in, ensuring a smooth repair process.

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Print Function

Need a paper trail? No problem! Our system allows you to easily print a copy of your work order for your records.

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Service Tag

Skip the handwriting! Print a handy service label right from the system. Just stick it on your service item, and we'll be all set to get started on the repair.

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Done

Ready, set, repair! Clicking "Done" confirms your work order details and gets your service item in the repair queue.

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Updated on: 06/26/2024

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