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# Managing Product(s) / Equipment (Apps)

Use the Product(s) / Equipment application to create, maintain, and track product and equipment records.

## Overview

The **Product(s) / Equipment** application is a centralized solution for registering and maintaining products and equipment across the organization. It provides a structured repository for managing records, ensuring consistency, visibility, and traceability throughout the product lifecycle.

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## Application Prerequisites

Before users can work with the **Product(s) / Equipment** application, administrators must configure the following settings:

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<summary><i class="fa-p">:p:</i>  <strong>Product &#x26; Supplier Settings</strong></summary>

<i class="fa-circle-exclamation">:circle-exclamation:</i>  **Importance to Supply Chain**

Define supply chain importance levels used to classify products and equipment.

</details>

<details>

<summary><i class="fa-truck">:truck:</i>  <strong>Supplier Application</strong></summary>

<i class="fa-truck">:truck:</i>  **Supplier**

Define suppliers relevant to your organization.

</details>

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For detailed setup instructions, see [**Product(s) / Equipment Application Settings**](/interfacing-help-files/administration-and-configuration/configuring-application-settings/product-s-equipment-application-settings.md).
{% endhint %}

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## Accessing the Application

To access the **Product(s) / Equipment** application:

1. Select the **Apps** tile in the side navigation bar.
2. On the **Apps** page, either:
   * Select **Product(s) / Equipment** in the navigation tree, or
   * Select **Product(s) / Equipment** in the application gallery.

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The application opens, displaying the centralized **Product(s) / Equipment** list.

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## Learn More

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