Create a group and asset group in InfoAsset Manager

Step-by-step guide

In InfoAsset Manager, the data in the database is organized into a flexible hierarchy, which groups elements into manageable units.

A group can be used to represent the main divisions within the database as the top-level of the hierarchy. It can contain one or more asset groups, which represent subsidiary groups.

As an example, a group can represent a client, with asset groups set up for each major project or the different types of data for the client. The database structure and layout will vary depending on organizational preferences.

1. If an Explorer window is not currently open, from the Window menu, select New Explorer window.
   
2. In the Explorer window, right-click the database and select New > Group.
   
3. In the New Name – Group dialog, add a Name, such as “Training Group”.
   
4. Click OK.
5. Right-click the group and select New > Asset group.
   
6. In the New Name – Asset group dialog, add a name, such as “Training Assets”.
   
7. Click OK.
8. Right-click an asset group, such as Training Assets, and select New.
9. In the flyout, select the appropriate database item, such as Collection network or Layer list.
   
10. To apply a database item from within an asset group to the network, drag and drop the item from the Explorer window onto the GeoPlan.
    
11. Alternatively, drag and drop an asset group onto the GeoPlan to apply all items within the asset group to the network.