Pathway: Setup > Operations > Material Type
Material Type identifies the various types of waste collected and is essential for safe transportation and destruction.
Add Material Type Field Descriptions
| Fields | Descriptions |
| Material Type ID Required | The identification for the material type that displays at the top of the work order. |
| Name Required | The name of the material type. Displays in the Disposal/Ship tab of the work order. |
| GL Segment | Displays a drop down list of GL accounts. If applicable, select the GL account that applies to the material. |
| External ID | ID used for external systems. |
| Identifier | A 3 character identification for the material type. |
| Material Class | The class the material type belongs to. |
| Leed Reportable | If 'Yes' is selected, the material type will be included in Leed Reporting. |
| Composition Material Class | Further classifies the material based on its composition (what it's primarily made of). |
| Default UOM | The default Unit of Measure the material is measured by. |
| Recyclable | Identifies the material as recyclable. |
Add Material Type Steps
- Select the + to open the Add Material tool.
- Complete the following required fields:
- Enter an ID for the material type.
- Enter a Name for the material type.
- Complete additional fields based on your company's setup requirements.
- Click Save when finished.