User Stories

User Story 1: Asset Check-Out and Return 

Title: Simplify Asset Check-Out and Return Process 

As a firefighter, 

I want to easily check out and return equipment using a barcode scanner, 

so that I can quickly access the tools I need for emergencies and ensure accurate inventory tracking. 

Acceptance Criteria: 

1. A firefighter can scan the barcode of an asset to check it out from the system. 
2. The system updates the asset’s status to “Checked Out” and logs the firefighter’s ID and timestamp. 
3. The firefighter can scan the asset again to return it, updating the status to “Available” and logging the return time. 
4. Notifications are generated if an asset is overdue for return. 

User Story 2: Automated Maintenance Scheduling 

Title: Automate Maintenance Scheduling for Assets 

As a maintenance technician, 

I want to receive automated reminders and schedules for asset maintenance, 

so that I can ensure all equipment is regularly serviced and remains in optimal working condition. 

Acceptance Criteria: 

1. The system automatically generates maintenance schedules based on predefined intervals for each type of asset. 
2. Technicians receive notifications and reminders via email and within the system for upcoming maintenance tasks. 
3. The system logs all completed maintenance activities, including date, technician’s name, and work performed. 
4. Alerts are generated for overdue maintenance tasks, ensuring no asset is overlooked. 

User Story 3: Real-Time Asset Tracking 

Title: Enable Real-Time Tracking of Assets 

As a operations manager, 

I want to view the real-time location and status of all assets, 

so that I can ensure equipment is readily available and properly allocated during emergency responses. 

Acceptance Criteria: 

1. The system displays a real-time dashboard showing the location and status (e.g., Available, Checked Out, Under Maintenance) of all assets. 
2. Each asset’s location is updated in real-time using GPS or RFID technology. 
3. The manager can filter and search for specific assets by type, status, or location. 
4. The system provides alerts if an asset is moved outside of a designated area or is missing.