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Update Device Locations

Update Device Locations is used to align device location fields based on where devices are currently checked out.

What this utility does​

This utility updates device location assignments for devices currently checked out to a user, typically to match that user’s location.

When to use it​

Use this utility when:

  • User location assignments have changed (building transfers, schedule changes, district updates)
  • You need device location reporting to align with current assignments

Options​

Include devices that do not currently have a building assignment​

Enable this option if you want the utility to also evaluate checked out devices that currently have no building value assigned.

How to run it​

  1. Navigate to Settings → System Utilities
  2. Locate Update Device Locations
  3. Select the optional checkbox if needed
  4. Click Process Location Update
  5. Review results and validate a sample set of devices

Verification steps​

After running the utility, validate:

  • A sample set of checked out devices show the expected building location
  • Reports filtered by building reflect expected device counts
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