> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://help.latchel.com/llms.txt
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# How to Change the Service Provider on a Work Order

> This guide will show you how to update a work order by changing its assigned service provider. You’ll learn how to edit the provider details or remove a provider altogether when needed.

First, **search for the work order** you need to update. From your **Dashboard**, click the **Maintenance** dropdown and select **Work Orders**.

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Now to select the desired work order, use the **Search Bar** then click on the **Work Order ID** on the Work Order page. You can also use **Filter** for easy search.

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### **How to Edit/Change the Service Provider Assigned on a Work Order**

Once you are in the work order select **Quick View** or **Details** tab, then look for the **Service Provider** section.

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From there click the ellipsis <Icon icon="circle-ellipsis" iconType="sharp-regular" size={25} />, then choose **Edit SP**.

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You may select from the list of the **Service Providers** for Work Order's required skill. Or **Search** for the Service Provider company if the service provider is not on the list, then click **Select**.

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Once you have chosen the Service Provider, fill out the box providing details of why you are changing the service provider, and click **Add to Work Order.**

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<Note>
  If there are multiple users in the service provider company, please also select the user to be assigned in the work order.
</Note>

### **How to Remove the Service Provider Assigned on a Work Order**

From the Service Provider section click the**ellipsis**  <Icon icon="circle-ellipsis" iconType="sharp-regular" size={25} /> and choose **Remove SP** if you need to completely remove or unassign the service provider from the work order.

<Warning>
  Removing a service provider assigned to the work order will **not** prompt you to assign or choose a different service provider. If you wish to re-assign another service provider, choose **Edit SP** instead.
</Warning>

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Next, leave a note summarizing why you are removing the service provider. Then click **Submit**.

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<Note>
  When a service provider is unassigned from the work order, the work order will be changed to Finding Service Provider status.
</Note>
