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Eric's two-object design (Equipment plus Equipment Assignment) is the right shape if you build it yourself. If you'd rather start from something ready-made, ITAM App is a free native package that already has asset types, serial and asset tag fields, assignment to employees, and assignment history. It also adds licence tracking and warranty or renewal alerts. Employees don't need Salesforce licences to have equipment assigned to them. Disclosure: I'm one of the makers. https://anyityapp.com/ITAM_App