Laiteluettelo

Laiteluettelo is a Finnish term referring to a formal catalog or inventory of equipment and devices owned or used by an organization. It functions as part of asset management, inventory control, and procurement processes, helping to keep track of what equipment exists, where it is, and who is responsible for it. The concept encompasses physical tools, machines, IT hardware, and other devices relevant to the organization’s operations.

Etymology and usage: the word combines laite, meaning device or piece of equipment, with luettelo, meaning list. In Finnish business and public sector contexts, laiteluettelot are maintained to support budgeting, maintenance planning, compliance, and audits. They may exist as a master list or as per-location inventories and are frequently integrated into larger information systems such as ERP, IT asset management, or maintenance management systems.

Typical content: a laiteluettelo usually includes fields such as item identifier, name, model and serial numbers, description, category or type, location, custodian or owner, purchase date and cost, supplier, warranty and maintenance details, depreciation, condition, and maintenance schedule. Additional data may cover barcode or RFID information, service history, and disposal or replacement plans. The level of detail often reflects the organization’s needs for accountability and reporting.

Formats and management: laiteluettelot can be kept as paper records, spreadsheets, or, more commonly today, in digital databases within asset management or enterprise resource planning systems. Regular updates, audits, and reconciliation with procurement and maintenance activities are typical practices to maintain accuracy. See also asset management, inventory management, and maintenance management.