A WID is the unique identifier for each waste item.
Format
Stored as: ABC123
Displayed as: W-ABC-123
Generated automatically on creation
Why WIDs exist
Unique identification for every item
Traceability across jobs, tasks, runs, receivals, sorting, processing
Accurate inventory tracking per item
Compliance support where required
Permanent audit history
What a WID links to
Waste code (EPA classification)
Quantity + unit (kg, t, L, m³)
Status flags (collected, received, quantity verified, end-of-life)
Job/task associations
Parent/child relationships (for split or count items)
Current site/location
Where you’ll see WIDs
Inventory → WIDs tab
Search/filter by WID, waste code, customer, or status