> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.indaggo.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Inventory Consumption

> Learn how to search for products, checkout aliquots, and consume them under specific experiments

## Overview

The inventory consumption workflow allows lab users to search for products, checkout specific parts or aliquots, and track their usage under specific projects and experiments. This ensures accurate inventory tracking and provides a complete audit trail of how materials are used in research.

<Steps>
  <Step title="Search for Products">
    Navigate to **Lab Inventory > Products** and use the search functionality to find the reagent or consumable you need.

    * Use the search bar to find products by name, catalog number, or description
    * Filter by category, location, or custom attributes
    * Check available quantities and expiration dates
    * View lot numbers and storage locations
  </Step>

  <Step title="Checkout Aliquots">
    Once you've found the product you need, checkout specific parts or aliquots for your use.

    * Click on the product to view available aliquots
    * Select the specific aliquot(s) you want to checkout
    * Specify the quantity you're taking
    * The aliquot is now assigned to your personal inventory

    <Note>
      Checked out items will appear in **My Inventory** so you can easily track what you're currently using.
    </Note>
  </Step>

  <Step title="Consume Under Project/Experiment">
    As you use the materials in your research, log the consumption under the specific project and experiment.

    * Navigate to **My Projects** (or **Lab Projects** if you don't have project creation permissions)
    * Select the relevant project
    * Open or create the experiment where you're using the material
    * Click **Log Product Usage** or similar action
    * Select the aliquot from your inventory
    * Specify the amount consumed
    * Add optional notes about how it was used

    <Tip>
      Logging consumption accurately helps maintain inventory levels and provides valuable data for grant reporting and budget tracking.
    </Tip>
  </Step>

  <Step title="Track Usage History">
    View complete usage history and audit trails.

    * See all consumption records in the experiment log
    * Track who used what materials and when
    * View remaining quantities in your personal inventory
    * Generate reports on material usage across projects
  </Step>
</Steps>

## Key Benefits

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="Accurate Tracking">
    Real-time inventory levels updated as materials are consumed
  </Card>

  <Card title="Complete Audit Trail">
    Full history of who used what materials, when, and for which experiments
  </Card>

  <Card title="Grant Reporting">
    Link material usage to specific projects and grants for accurate budget tracking
  </Card>

  <Card title="Personal Accountability">
    My Inventory shows exactly what materials you're responsible for
  </Card>
</CardGroup>