Attribute information that is entered on work orders increases control over the tracking of materials through manufacturing and into inventory. With these attributes, you can use batch and other work order processes to meet your business requirements. There are several ways to assign default inventory attributes and change existing attributes, such as assay percentage, grade, expire date, and inventory status.

Especially important is the ability to assign an inventory status during work order or purchase order receipt. This status can be used to override the status normally assigned to a location. Using receipt statuses reduces the need for separate physical locations for inventory subject to regulated business practices.