Identify ownership separately from physical location and reconcile customer property with the responsible customer or internal owner. Distinguish consumable material, tools and returnable packaging because each needs a different operational record. Opening quantities should include property held outside the main factory and should not silently convert customer-owned items into purchased inventory or company-owned assets.
Understand the decision
A hypothetical cutover finds customer-supplied inserts in stores, a customer tool at an outside processor and empty returnable totes awaiting collection. Historical records mix these items with ordinary purchases. The opening position must preserve ownership and custody while showing which material can be used for the current customer programme.
Work through the requirements
- Classify property by owner and operational purpose.
- Confirm quantities and custody across all relevant locations.
- Reconcile the opening position with outstanding returns and usage.
| Record or decision | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Ownership register | Identify customer property and custodian. |
| Material balance | Record usable customer-supplied quantities. |
| Returnable balance | Track containers held and owed. |
What would a passing test show?
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Watch for this failure
Physical possession does not establish ownership or the right to consume an item on another job. Preserve these distinctions at cutover and have the responsible owners approve the balances before stock records begin supporting purchasing or production decisions.
Continue the evaluation
This example defines what to verify, rather than promising a particular Odoo feature. Keep a record of the demonstrated result, configuration, unresolved gaps and person who accepts it.
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Sources & scope
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