#### Asset state

Asset states are provided for tracking the assets with its present state. It is the important property as it will affect the availability of the configuration item (CI). Here you are able to add, modify or remove the asset states.

Note: By default there are five asset states:

- In use: The CI is used by somebody in the team.

- In transit: The CI is being moved.

- In stock: The CI is available in stock and is readily available for use.

- Missing: The CI is missing and cannot be used.

- Retired: The CI is not functional and it has been retired.

In use asset state cannot be deleted and its status cannot be changed.