Customer Guide

Collaboration Checklist

Best practices for communicating with technicians and keeping repair work moving smoothly.

2 min read
Updated Dec 17, 2025

Working closely with the service team ensures repairs stay on schedule and expectations are aligned. Follow this checklist to keep everyone informed.

Before Submitting a Request#

  • Gather serial numbers, purchase orders, and warranty details so technicians can validate eligibility quickly.
  • Photograph the issue, error screens, or installation environment. Clear visuals reduce the need for repeat site visits.
  • Note any access restrictions—gated facilities, safety inductions, or preferred arrival times.

After the Order is Created#

  • Assign an internal coordinator who will respond to technician questions. Add them as a portal user if they need direct access.
  • Watch for the confirmation email that includes the order number and a link to the detail page.
  • If the issue could escalate production downtime, set the priority to Urgent and explain the business impact in the notes.

During the Repair#

  • Respond to recommendations or approval requests within one business day. Use the Respond button so the decision is tracked in the timeline.
  • Upload delivery receipts or packing slips when parts are delivered to your site. This helps technicians plan the follow-up visit.
  • Keep the status of your own operations up to date. If the asset is back online temporarily, add a note so the service team understands the urgency.

When Work is Complete#

  • Review the final notes and labour log. If something looks unfamiliar, ask for clarification before collecting the equipment.
  • Download invoices and receipts for your records. Share them with finance or purchasing as needed.
  • Close the loop by leaving feedback in the final note. Positive confirmation helps technicians know the issue is fully resolved.

Managing Approvals#

  • Delegate approval rights within your organisation so decisions are made even when a primary contact is out of office.
  • Use the optional comment field to capture purchase order numbers or cost centre references when you approve an estimate.
  • Decline requests with actionable feedback—include the reason and whether the job should remain open or be cancelled.

Handling Emergencies#

  • For situations impacting safety or critical infrastructure, call the emergency support line listed in your welcome email.
  • Create an accompanying portal note summarising the phone call so the wider team has written context.
  • After the issue stabilises, update the order priority and include any new constraints discovered during the response.

By following this checklist, both your organisation and the technician team maintain a shared understanding of the work, resulting in faster turnarounds and fewer surprises.