Construction Inventory Management Software That Keeps Repairs Moving
Clue's inventory software for construction tracks parts across warehouses, shops, yards, and jobsite trailers. It links parts requests and orders to each work order.
Parts management
One record for every part. From request to repair.
Track Parts Across Shops, Warehouses, and Jobsite Trailers
Shops search every location for a part. Teams see on-hand stock at each warehouse, yard, shop, and jobsite trailer before they order.
Multi-location inventory: Track parts across warehouses, shops, yards, and jobsite trailers
On-hand quantities: Review current stock levels by inventory location
Inventory locations: See where parts are stored before creating a request or order
Org-level visibility: Manage parts visibility across divisions, regions, or sub-organizations
Parts lookup: Search and review parts across available inventory locations
Keep Parts Requests Tied to the Repair
Mechanics request several parts from the work order on their phone. The WO Parts tab shows each request, its stock or order status, and whether inventory or a vendor will supply it.
WO parts requests: Let mechanics request parts directly from the work order on mobile
Multiple parts at once: Request several parts from the same work order without creating separate requests
WO Parts tab: Keep requested parts, source details, and fulfillment status visible inside the repair record
Inventory or vendor sourcing: Review whether parts are coming from stock or a connected vendor workflow
Request status: Track requested, ordered, and received parts so the repair keeps moving
Control Stock Levels With Reorder Points and Unit Costs
Each part record shows on-hand quantity, reorder point and latest unit cost for its storage location. When a part is consumed on a work order, Clue applies the latest recorded unit cost to that job. Parts below their reorder point appear on the replenishment review.
Stock settings: set quantity on hand and reorder points per shop or storage location.
Unit cost tracking: Keep unit cost tied to the part record for repair and inventory cost review
Latest unit cost: Apply the most recent unit cost when a part is used
Category and location: Organize parts by category and storage location for faster lookup
Keep Repair Context on Every Parts Order
Each parts order links back to the work order, the machine and the inventory record. Deliveries are logged so received stock shows against the right location. A part can be sourced from existing inventory, raised on a purchase order, or ordered through Gearflow where that connection is configured. The work order shows which route each part took.
Purchase orders: Create and track parts purchase orders from the parts workflow
Order status: Review requested, approved, ordered, received, used, or cancelled parts as work moves forward
Delivery logging: Record parts deliveries so received stock is visible to the shop
Gearflow marketplace: order parts through Gearflow without leaving the work order.
Keep Parts Data Usable Across Larger Teams
Parts teams across the company work from the same parts record. Clue supports up to three levels for divisions, business units, or regions. Approved systems use the API to create part orders and check stock by location.
External parts API: Let approved systems create part orders, check inventory, and pull inventory location data
Connected system workflows: Keep parts, work orders, cost codes, and order activity ready for ERP or procurement workflows
Access control: Manage who can view or act on parts workflows based on configured user roles
Keep Parts Cost Tied to the Repair Record
Each work order shows labor beside the quantity and unit cost of each part the mechanic uses. Picking a task fills in cost codes for parts and labor. The work order ties parts cost to the equipment.
Parts cost tracking: Track parts used on work orders with quantity, unit cost, and part details
Asset cost context: Keep parts cost tied to the asset receiving the repair
Cost code connection: Carry cost-code context from work order tasks into parts and labor entries
Work order cost review: Review parts and labor together inside the repair record
ERP-ready records: Keep parts, labor, work order, and cost-code activity ready for connected ERP workflows
Built for every role
Solutions for every team.
Field, shop, and office teams use the same system. Equipment managers, fleet managers, operations leaders, CFOs, and executives see equipment details for their work.
Equipment Manager
“It's a single pane of glass where you see everything across your fleet, from the field to the phone to the computer.”
Abe Sharaf
Equipment Manager, Pulice Construction
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Fleet Manager
“Imagine receiving 2,000 spreadsheets that needed to be approved individually in an email. There were entire teams dedicated to that. Now the system is fully automated, completely automated from beginning to end.”
Julio Lopez
Fleet Manager, Fort McKay Group
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CFO
“You went from doing two services a day to six services a day. That right there is priceless to me.”
Darrin Sheriff
Director of Maintenance & Purchasing, Palmetto Corp
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VP of Operations
“The big thing with Clue is that we're able to bridge the gap between our field, our operators in our shop, and other departments. Everybody's bought into Clue now.”
Eric Sellman
COO, Brent Scarbrough & Co
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Executive
“We had 20 different logins between all our different softwares and web platforms. Now all that information pulls into one spot and we're able to see it in a single place.”
John Igel
CEO, George Igel Co.
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Operations Manager
“The operator's in control of his own destiny. That was a huge reason why not only did I buy into it, but I'm also investing into it for the future.”
Ben Benoit
Operations Manager, Onshore Companies
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Through the parts workflow
Why Choose Clue as Your Construction Inventory Management Software
Clue's construction inventory software shows maintenance teams which parts each location holds. It ties parts requests, orders, and costs to each work order.
Repairs Move With the Right Parts
Check part availability, request multiple items, and keep parts needs tied to the work order so repair teams can move with better stock visibility.
Smarter Buying Across Locations
Review stock across shops, warehouses, yards, and jobsite trailers before creating another order for parts already available elsewhere.
Faster Parts Sourcing
Route needed items through purchase orders or connected vendor workflows while keeping source and fulfillment status tied to the repair.
More Reliable Repair Cost Records
Keep parts used, unit cost, cost-code context, and asset history connected so each repair shows what it consumed.
More Prepared Shop Inventory
Use stock levels, reorder points, locations, and unit costs to review what should be used, reordered, or checked before repair work begins.
Stronger Parts Data Across Teams
Keep parts records, order activity, inventory locations, and work order context usable across shops, divisions, and connected systems.
Equipment Data Feeds The Parts Workflow.
Clue brings construction equipment inventory management into one place, from equipment records to work orders, parts, and cost codes. More than 80 integrations connect tracking data with ERP, accounting, and CMMS systems.
From the people who use it every day
What contractors say
“Clue’s real-time data capability has completely changed the way we manage our assets.”
Darrin Sheriff, Director of Maintenance and Purchasing
“The big thing with Clue is that we’re able to bridge the gap between our field, our operators in our shop, and other departments.”
Brent Scarbrough & Company
“There were entire teams dedicated to approving spreadsheets one by one.”
Fort McKay First Nation
“The biggest difference has been the user friendliness.”
William A. Hazel
“It exposes dead cost or overhead that maybe we don’t know about because it gets lost in those three different systems.”
Moss Utilities
“It was probably taking the better part of a day to combine all the data from the telematics.”
Derek Wolfe, Equipment Manager, George Igel Co.
“Clue allows us to effectively control our operations: financially, effectively and safely.”
Joseph Yammine, Project Manager, Graham
“QR codes have been a game changer for us with regards to operator inspections.”
Ben Benoit, Operations Manager
“It’s a single pane of glass where you see everything across your fleet, from the field to the phone to the computer.”
Abe Sharaf, Corporate Equipment Engineer
“Our field guys were tired of having a new product, a new something to learn each time.”
Rob Judge, Sr. Procurement & Program Manager
“Our equipment is in far better shape since we started using Clue, for sure.”
Jake Farley, Equipment Manager, Silver Star Construction
Parts Management in Clue: Requests, Delivery Tracking & Inventory
Template Manager in Clue: Inspection Templates, AI Import & Shared Categories
Preventive Maintenance in Clue: Build a PM Plan, Automate Work Orders
Work Orders in Clue: Repair History, Parts, and Labor Costs
Asset Directory in Clue: Saved Views, Bulk Edits & Meters
Common questions
Construction inventory management software FAQ.
What is parts inventory software?
Parts inventory software tracks service parts, stock levels and orders across storage locations, and ties each parts request to the machine and the work order it is for. Maintenance teams can see what is available before a repair starts, and what each repair consumed afterwards.
Is this for maintenance parts or project materials?
Maintenance parts. This covers service parts, stock locations, requests and recorded usage against work orders. Project materials and consumables are handled elsewhere.
How is this better than tracking parts on a spreadsheet?
A spreadsheet holds the count but not the link to the repair. Here the request starts inside the work order, so the part is attached to a machine, a job and a cost code without anyone re-keying it, and the on-hand number moves when the part is actually consumed rather than when someone remembers to update the sheet.
How does Clue link parts inventory to work orders?
Mechanics can request parts directly from the work order, including multiple parts at once. The WO Parts tab keeps requested parts, source details, and fulfillment status connected to the repair, so teams can review whether parts are coming from inventory or a connected vendor workflow.
Can mechanics request parts from mobile?
Yes. Mechanics request several parts at once from the work order on their phone. Clue ties each request to the equipment and work order. The shop sees what each repair needs.
How can I see parts stock at every location?
Shop inventory software shows parts at each warehouse, yard, shop, and jobsite trailer. With construction site inventory tracking, teams see on-hand quantity, reorder point, and unit cost for each location. They check stock before a new request or order.
How does Clue help with maintenance parts tracking?
Clue helps teams track maintenance parts from request through use. Parts activity can stay connected to the work order, asset, unit cost, cost-code context, and repair record so maintenance and finance teams can review what each repair consumed.
How does Clue help with purchase order management?
Clue supports parts purchase workflows by keeping requests, orders, received parts, unit costs, and work-order context connected. Teams can create and track parts purchase activity from the parts workflow and keep ordering records tied to the repair.
Does Clue integrate with parts vendors or marketplaces?
Yes. Clue supports Gearflow marketplace integration, allowing parts ordered through a work order to be fulfilled through Gearflow. The work order can show whether a part came from inventory or a vendor workflow.
Can Clue apply the latest unit cost to parts?
Yes. Clue can apply the most recent unit cost when a part is used. This helps maintenance teams keep part cost records current without manually looking up pricing during repair cost review.
Can Clue connect parts costs to cost codes?
Yes. Clue can carry cost-code context from work order tasks into parts and labor entries. This helps parts costs stay tied to the repair, asset, and ERP-ready cost record.
Can I access parts data through an API?
Yes. Clue supports external API workflows for parts. Approved systems can create part orders, check inventory, and pull inventory location data through Clue's external API.
Why manage parts in Clue instead of only in an ERP?
ERP systems are useful for accounting and procurement, but shop teams need parts activity connected to the work order, asset, mechanic workflow, and repair record. Clue keeps parts requests, vendor sourcing, unit cost, cost codes, and repair context closer to the maintenance workflow, while still supporting connected ERP processes.
What does the best construction inventory management software offer?
The right software tracks parts across many locations, shows what is in stock, and ties parts requests and costs to each repair. It fits the work of shops, mechanics, and procurement teams.
What can mechanics do with a construction inventory app?
Mechanics can use Clue's iOS or Android app to request several parts from a work order on their phone. Clue ties each request to the equipment and work order. Push notifications alert mechanics to work order updates. The shop sees what each repair needs.
Can each division or region manage its own parts?
Each division or region can manage its own parts in Clue. Clue supports up to three levels for divisions, business units, or regions. Each level can have its own users, equipment, and permissions. Role-based access controls who can view parts or take action.
Can I use AI to manage my parts inventory reports?
Yes, Clue's AI Report Builder can build parts inventory reports from a plain-language request. It picks the fields and filters for the report. Teams can pick those details themselves. Clue can email any report on a daily, weekly, or monthly schedule.
Can Clue scan parts by barcode or QR code?
Yes, Clue can scan parts by barcode or QR code. In the Clue mobile app, mechanics use the phone camera to scan common barcode types or QR codes while requesting parts from a work order. The scan fills in the part search so they can find the right part on their phone.