Shelf-nu/shelf.nu

Shelf.nu is an open-source asset management system that helps teams track physical equipment, devices, tools, and inventory across locations.

The tool addresses the challenge of maintaining visibility over distributed physical assets. It provides QR code generation and scanning capabilities so teams can quickly check asset status, custody, and location from any phone. The system tracks who has what through custody assignment, manages equipment scheduling to prevent double-bookings, and organizes assets hierarchically across locations with GPS support. Custom fields allow teams to store metadata like serial numbers, warranty information, and purchase dates alongside standard asset records.

Organizations managing thousands of assets across multiple locations should consider this tool, particularly those needing role-based access control and multi-workspace separation for different departments or organizations. The platform suits teams that combine equipment rental or scheduling with asset tracking, as it handles both bookings with calendar integration and custody management. The built-in QR scanner with bulk actions for assigning custody and updating locations reduces manual data entry compared to manual spreadsheet tracking.

The project maintains steady development activity with regular deployments and an active community presence. The codebase is written in TypeScript across a monorepo structure. The team actively engages with users through Discord and maintains documentation alongside the core platform. Development focuses on practical features for operational asset management rather than experimental functionality.