Build a simple verification workflow
A verification workflow helps separate “captured” data from “confirmed” data—especially when many people register devices.
When multiple techs are registering devices quickly, verification prevents bad serials from flowing into downstream systems.
Track who verified and when so you can audit changes without slowing down the frontline capture flow.
Key points
- Verify serial number before using it operationally
- Capture ‘verified by’ and timestamps
- Keep notes for unusual labels or edge cases
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