Abstract: A modular, integrated software-based system for tracking spare parts, consumables and refurbishable parts. These are tracked for usage in tools, in kits, and to provide links to additional data, such as on-line manuals. Individual parts are assigned unique tracking numbers and are tracked. Tracking data is available in different formats for different personnel. Kits are tracked, a tracking number is assigned to reusable parts in the kit, and the maintenance of the reusable parts is logged and tracked through the software. Part lists are provided for the parts in each store, with the part ID in each list being linked to a description in a central repository. Separate stores with the same parts are also linked to the same description. In one embodiment, the invention provides a needs list for auditing, a pick list for picking items from the store, and a stocking list for indicating the parts that have been stocked.