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# Use Stock in work orders

Stock can update automatically from work orders.

This happens when employees register used materials from the correct warehouse.

### How the flow works

1. The employee opens the work order.
2. The employee selects the warehouse.
3. The employee registers the used materials.
4. OutSmart deducts the used quantity from that warehouse.

### Why warehouse selection matters

The selected warehouse decides where stock is deducted.

If employees choose the wrong warehouse, the stock view becomes unreliable.

{% hint style="info" %}
Train employees to check the warehouse before they register used materials.
{% endhint %}

### Frequently asked questions

<details>

<summary>Does stock always update automatically?</summary>

It updates when materials are registered on the work order with the correct warehouse.

</details>

<details>

<summary>Why is the warehouse step important?</summary>

It keeps the deduction linked to the right stock location.

</details>

<details>

<summary>Who benefits from this flow?</summary>

Both office teams and field teams.

Everyone sees a more reliable stock position.

</details>

### Related topics

* [**Stock**](/marketplace-packages-and-power-ups/power-ups/stock.md)
* [**Workflows**](/marketplace-packages-and-power-ups/power-ups/workflows.md)
* [**2BA**](/marketplace-packages-and-power-ups/power-ups/2ba.md)


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