Start with repeat call patterns
Van stock should mirror the repairs that happen constantly, not the rare jobs that make dramatic stories in ops meetings.
If a part solves a common failure mode and fits into a clean bin structure, it has a strong case for van placement.
Trade logic matters
HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and facilities service all need different stocking shapes. Even within a single trade, install-heavy and service-heavy routes should not pretend to carry identical kits.
- Separate fast movers from bulky exceptions.
- Keep consumables and repair kits visible and easy to count.
- Avoid letting one technician reinvent the van layout alone.
Space is part of the economics
Every extra SKU costs space, counting time, and replenishment noise. The point of van stock is not maximum optionality. It is minimum friction for the jobs you see most often.
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