FAQs

Is there a maximum number of stock types I can use?

• Currently you can load in up to thirty different types.

I only have three stock types I wish to use.

• That’s not a problem. Thirty is the maximum, however any number up to that is fine.

What if I don’t assign some of my stock with stock types?

• Any stock that you do not assign with stock types will be assigned to the default stock type “Unclassified”.

Do unassigned stock count as one of my thirty stock types?

• Yes. Any stock you do not assign will automatically be assigned to the default stock type “Unclassified”, which will count as one of your thirty stock types.

Can I assign more than one stock type to stock?

• No. Each stock must only be assigned to one stock type.

I don’t have any stock types

• That’s not a problem. All of your stock will automatically be assigned to the default stock type “Unclassified”.

I’ve already been using Community Insight and have various stock groups set-up. How will they be affected?

• Stock groups are not affected by stock types. This means that you also do not need to include stock types in stock groups uploads.

How will I distinguish between different stock types on the map?

• Each stock type is represented by a different coloured / shaped icon. You can view these on the Community Insight map. 

Will stock types affect my reports?

• No, reports are not affected by the stock types.

Will any of the data be affected by the stock types?

• No, the aggregated data is not affected by stock types.