Why is van stock inventory always wrong for maintenance technicians?

Van stock is always wrong because appliances and components vary wildly by building age, manufacturer, voltage requirements, and regional codes. Fully stocked vans cost $10,000-$20,000 with 30-40% obsolescence (unused parts). Minimally stocked vans require part runs for 50-60% of repairs. Technicians guess which parts to carry before diagnosing issues, leading to either excess inventory or frequent supply runs.

How does AI diagnostics solve the van stock problem?

PropSWOT's pre-flight diagnostics identify exact appliance model and required part SKU before technician dispatch. System provides local supplier availability and en-route pickup instructions for just-in-time parts procurement. Technicians carry minimal van stock (consumables only) and pick up specific parts en route. Result: Van stock cost reduction from $15,000 to $2,500 per vehicle, obsolescence elimination, part run reduction from 50% to 8%, $8,000-$15,000 annual savings per technician.

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Why Your Maintenance Tech's 'Van Stock' is Always Wrong

PropSWOT Team

January 7, 2026

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PropSWOT Team. "Why Your Maintenance Tech's 'Van Stock' is Always Wrong." PropSWOT Resources, January 7, 2026. Available at: https://tenant.propswot.com/resources/van-stock-inventory-management

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