Benchstock
Operational Inventory & Accountability
Built on the LORDS architecture, Benchstock is an offline-first inventory and accountability system designed for real maintenance environments—where tempo, accuracy, and continuity matter.
Benchstock replaces manual logs and spreadsheet-driven tracking with continuous, system-based accountability at the point of use.
At a glance
- Status: Alpha · Field-validated
- Deployment: Offline-first
- Sync: Peer-to-peer + optional cloud
- Access: Role-based + org isolation
- Focus: Accountability + continuity
Overview
Designed for accountability where traditional systems fail.
Benchstock is designed to support accountability where traditional systems fail: deployed operations, disconnected environments, shift changes, personnel turnover, and sustained workload. It emphasizes data integrity, controlled access, and durable synchronization—without requiring constant connectivity.
Designed for:
- Bench stock accountability and replenishment workflows
- Tool / part tracking at the point of maintenance
- High-volume environments where errors compound quickly
- Teams that need continuity across shifts and locations
Core Capabilities
Purpose-built for tempo, accuracy, and continuity.
Fast add/update of parts and tools with minimal friction. Structured fields and controlled inputs reduce errors. Transaction history keeps accountability and traceability intact.
Autocomplete for part numbers, locations, and common fields. Scan-to-enter workflows (barcode/QR where applicable). Reduced click paths for high-tempo operations.
Offline-first operation by default with automatic reconciliation when connectivity returns. Conflict handling designed for real workflows, not perfect networks.
Offline & Sync Architecture
Built to operate without reliable network access.
Full core functionality while disconnected. Local data store maintains continuity during outages. Conflict handling designed for real workflows.
Local device-to-device synchronization when internet is unavailable. Teams stay aligned without centralized infrastructure—ideal for field operations and temporary sites.
Encrypted backups to approved storage targets with restore capability for device replacement and continuity events. Configurable to meet organizational policy and security posture.
Data Quality & Error Prevention
Reduce bad entries, duplicates, and drift.
Required-field enforcement where accountability depends on it. Format validation for stock numbers, quantities, and locations. Warnings for improbable values.
Duplicate and near-duplicate detection for part numbers/identifiers with merge suggestions to prevent “same item, different spelling” drift.
Controlled vocabularies and autocomplete for common fields to reduce variance and improve searchability.
Security & Access Control
Controlled environments, organizational accountability.
Roles define permissions for view, edit, approve, and manage. Separates operators, supervisors, and administrators to reduce accidental changes.
Tenant/organization separation so one org cannot see another’s data. Authentication and access controls aligned with operational needs. Audit-friendly activity tracking.
Local data encrypted at rest (where supported). Controlled sync and backup policies based on environment requirements.
Metrics & Performance
Operational visibility without extra burden.
Usage and throughput metrics (transactions, adjustments, scans) plus error-rate indicators and inventory health signals.
Aging items, unresolved discrepancies, workload bottlenecks, and trend visibility without manual report building.
Backups & Recovery
Continuity matters as much as functionality.
Scheduled encrypted cloud backups (policy-controlled) plus local export for controlled environments. Restore workflows for device loss or replacement.
Restore a team’s operational state quickly and maintain continuity across deployments and transitions.
Roadmap
Driven by operational validation, not speculation.
Workflow approvals and reconciliation queues. Expanded integration endpoints for broader LORDS alignment. Automated anomaly surfacing and decision support (local-first).
Interested?
Pilot, evaluation, or integration discussion.
Interested in a pilot, evaluation, or integration discussion?