Scout Assets
Scout Assets Asset Tracker
Built specifically for Scout Groups • Powered by Microsoft 365

Stop wondering where your equipment is.

Scout Assets helps your group keep track of every item of equipment, from tents and trailers to first aid kits and activity gear.

Book equipment in and out, carry out stock checks, build reusable equipment kits and prepare for camps using your phone, tablet or a compatible handheld barcode scanner.

Everything runs securely inside your own Microsoft 365 SharePoint environment, so your group always remains in control of its data.

Cloud Based Runs entirely in Microsoft 365
Your Data Stays in your own tenant
Camera & Handheld Scanning Fast equipment tracking
Works Anywhere Desktop, tablet & mobile
Scout Assets Dashboard Scout Assets Mobile

Why Scout Assets?

Designed around the way Scout Groups actually manage equipment, helping leaders save time, reduce losses and prepare for activities with confidence.

Unlimited Assets

Record everything your group owns, from camping equipment and catering gear to trailers, tools and activity resources.

Secure by Design

Your equipment information stays inside your own Microsoft 365 SharePoint environment. No third-party database.

Built for Scout Groups

Designed specifically for Scouting, with features that support camps, events, programme delivery and everyday equipment management.

Fast Equipment Tracking

Scan equipment using your phone, tablet or a compatible handheld barcode scanner to speed up bookings and stock checks.

Everything You Need to Manage Your Group's Equipment

Whether you're preparing for camp, managing everyday equipment or carrying out annual stock checks, Scout Assets helps you stay organised.

Complete Asset Register

Record every item your group owns with photographs, categories, serial numbers, purchase costs, replacement values and unique asset IDs.

Camera & Handheld Barcode Scanning

Scan equipment using your phone, tablet or compatible USB and Bluetooth handheld barcode scanners for faster bookings and stock checks.

Equipment Booking

Book assets in and out, record who has borrowed them, capture digital signatures and maintain a complete audit trail.

Kit Management

Build reusable kits such as patrol boxes, catering equipment and first aid kits, while monitoring missing items and quantities.

Asset Categories

Organise equipment into categories including Camping, Catering, Climbing, Administration and more for easier searching.

Fast Search

Find equipment instantly using asset number, barcode, serial number, asset name or category.

Pick Lists

Create reusable equipment lists for camps, expeditions and events, then scan items as they are packed.

Rapid Stock Checking

Carry out stock checks quickly using barcode scanning and email the results directly from the application.

Complete Asset History

Every booking, return, update and stock check is recorded, giving you a complete history for every asset.

Insurance & Asset Values

Record purchase costs and replacement values to support insurance claims, budgeting and future equipment replacement.

Email Reporting

Email booking summaries, stock check results and asset reports directly from Scout Assets.

Your Microsoft 365

All information remains securely inside your own Microsoft 365 tenant using SharePoint and Microsoft Entra ID authentication.

Get Started in Minutes

Scout Assets has been designed to be simple to deploy and easy to use. Once your licence has been purchased, you'll be managing your equipment in just a few straightforward steps.

1

Purchase Your Licence

Purchase your Scout Assets licence online. You'll receive everything needed to get started by email.

2

Run the Setup Wizard

Your Microsoft 365 Global Administrator runs the supplied setup link once to prepare your SharePoint environment automatically.

3

Sign In

Users simply sign in using their Microsoft 365 account. No additional usernames or passwords are required.

4

Start Managing Equipment

Add your equipment, organise it into categories, build kits, create pick lists and begin booking assets in and out immediately.

Why Microsoft 365?

Unlike many cloud asset management systems, Scout Assets doesn't store your information in a separate third-party database.

Your Data

Your equipment information remains inside your own Microsoft 365 SharePoint tenant.

Secure Sign In

Users authenticate using Microsoft Entra ID, removing the need for separate application passwords.

No Servers

No local databases, no server maintenance and no software to install.

Access Anywhere

Use Scout Assets from any modern web browser on desktop, tablet or mobile.

Simple, Transparent Pricing

No monthly subscriptions. No hidden charges. One affordable licence designed specifically for Scout Groups.

Scout Assets

5 Named Users • 2 Year Licence
£20
One Payment • Two Year Licence
  • 5 Named Users
  • Unlimited Assets
  • Microsoft 365 Integration
  • SharePoint Setup Wizard
  • Camera Barcode Scanning
  • Handheld Barcode Scanner Support
  • Equipment Booking In & Out
  • Digital Signature Capture
  • Asset Categories
  • Kit Management
  • Pick Lists
  • Stock Checking
  • Complete Asset History
  • Email Reporting
  • Future Software Updates
  • Email Support
Buy Your Licence

Need more than five users?

Additional licences are available for larger Scout Groups, Districts, County Teams and other organisations.

Everything You Need. Nothing You Don't.

Scout Assets has been designed specifically for Scout Groups. No unnecessary features, no complicated setup and no expensive monthly subscriptions.

Easy to Use

A clean, simple interface that volunteers can learn quickly without lengthy training.

Built for Volunteers

Designed around the way Scout Groups manage equipment rather than adapting commercial warehouse software.

Secure

Uses Microsoft 365 authentication and stores your data within your own SharePoint tenant.

Affordable

A low-cost two-year licence with no monthly subscription charges.

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know before getting started.

Do I need Microsoft 365?

Yes. Scout Assets is designed to work within your Microsoft 365 environment and stores your equipment information securely in SharePoint.

Is there a monthly subscription?

No. Scout Assets is supplied as a two-year licence with no monthly subscription fees.

Can I use my phone or tablet?

Yes. Scout Assets works on desktops, laptops, tablets and smartphones using any modern web browser.

Can I use a handheld barcode scanner?

Yes. Compatible USB and Bluetooth barcode scanners can be used alongside phone and tablet camera scanning to speed up bookings and stock checks.

Where is our data stored?

Your equipment information remains inside your own Microsoft 365 SharePoint environment. Scout Assets does not store your data in a third-party cloud database.

Can I add more users?

Yes. Additional user licences are available for larger Scout Groups, Districts and County teams.

Is my data secure?

Authentication uses Microsoft Entra ID and your data remains within your own Microsoft 365 tenant, protected by Microsoft's security platform.

How long does setup take?

Most organisations are ready to begin adding equipment within around ten minutes after running the setup wizard.

Ready to Take Control of Your Equipment?

Join Scout Groups already simplifying equipment management with Scout Assets.

From weekend camps to large district events, Scout Assets helps volunteers spend less time managing equipment and more time delivering amazing experiences for young people.

Buy Your Licence

Questions before purchasing?
support@scoutassets.org.uk