Loan soft+ as a tool to identify timely equipment amortization in the loan log

Abstract

In the public higher education campuses of the National Technological Institute of Mexico, various practice laboratories are assigned to the engineering programs. These labs are equipped with materials and equipment available for loan to the student community. In addition, materials in areas like the library and the Department of Academic Development are also provided to support classes and academic advising. However, due to constant use, the material and equipment experience wear, which reduces their useful life. The Technological Institute of Puebla has identified the need for low-cost software to manage not only the control of equipment and materials but also to track amortization, losses, and facilitate timely corrective or replacement actions.

This paper presents the methodology for developing an information system using web technology, called Loan Soft+, which logs the material or equipment on loan and reports the status of each item upon return to the Coordination of Audiovisual Media. As a result, the loaned materials receive preventive maintenance in a timely manner, significantly reducing their amortization due to wear and tear from continuous use.