Introduction
Welcome to the Workstation feature of Empress, your dedicated tool for managing different facets of your business operations in one place. This guide will guide you in exploring the Workstation feature, designed to help you efficiently track and manage specific locations where various operations of your business are performed.
Introducing the Workstation Feature
The Workstation feature in Empress is a user-friendly tool that acts as a repository of information related to specific operational sites within your business. Think of it as a digital command center where you can monitor and manage details like operating costs, including rent, wages, electricity, and consumables for each location. This feature is particularly useful for businesses that perform the same operation at multiple workstations, enabling precise tracking of resource allocation and costs.
Accessing the Workstation feature is easy. Simply navigate your Empress dashboard by following this path:
Home > Manufacturing > Bill of Materials > Workstation
Creating a New Workstation
Adding a new workstation to your Empress dashboard is a straightforward process:
- Navigate to the Workstation list and click on
New. - Provide a unique name for the Workstation.
- In the Operating Costs section, enter the relevant details:
- Electricity Cost
- Rent Cost
- Consumable Cost
- Wages
- Click
Save.
You can also add a description for each workstation for easier reference.
Key Features of Your Workstation
The Workstation feature is packed with functionalities designed to streamline your operations:
Production Capacity
This refers to the maximum number of tasks that can be executed simultaneously at a particular workstation. Knowing your production capacity helps in planning and scheduling tasks effectively.
Working Hours
With this feature, you can set the start and end times for each Workstation. Whether your operation runs on a standard 9-5 schedule, or in multiple shifts, you can customize working hours to fit your needs. This feature aids in scheduling Work Orders, as the system checks workstation availability based on the working hours you’ve set.
Adding a Holiday List
You can also incorporate a Holiday List into your workstation setup. This ensures that days marked as holidays are not counted as working days, helping you plan and schedule tasks accurately.
In Summary
The Workstation feature in Empress serves as your command center for managing and tracking operational locations in your business. It offers clear visibility into operating costs, production capacity, and working hours, and even allows for the integration of a Holiday List. With this feature, you can optimize resource allocation, improve scheduling, and ultimately, enhance your business operations.
For additional support or resources, please consult the Empress Help Center or contact our support team. We’re here to ensure your experience with Empress is seamless and productive.