Introduction
The Work Order feature in Empress is a powerful tool designed to streamline your business’s manufacturing operations. This feature acts as a written order from the Production Manager to the manufacturing shop floor, instructing the commencement of manufacturing for a specific quantity of an item. It is a cornerstone of efficient production management, carrying crucial details such as the production item, its Bill of Materials (BOM), quantities to be manufactured, and operations.
In everyday business operations, the Work Order feature allows you to:
- Issue the raw-material to the shop floor.
- Monitor the progress at each workstation using Job Cards.
- Track the manufactured quantity against the original Work Order.
Accessing the Work Order Feature
To access the Work Order feature:
- Sign in to your Empress account.
- Navigate to the Manufacturing module from the dashboard.
- Click on the Work Order option under the Onboarding section.
Creating Your First Work Order
Creating a Work Order is simple and straightforward:
- Click on the Create Entry button to start a new Work Order.
- Fill in the required fields with the appropriate information:
- Production Item: The item to be manufactured.
- BOM: The Bill of Materials for the production item.
- Quantity: The number of units to be manufactured.
- Operations: The processes involved in manufacturing the item.
- After filling out the details, click on the Save button to create the Work Order.
Viewing and Editing a Work Order
To view and edit a Work Order:
- Navigate to the Work Order you wish to view or edit.
- Click on the Work Order to open it.
- If you wish to edit, make changes as required and then click on the Update button to save the changes.
Sorting and Tracking Information
The Work Order feature allows you to sort and track information effectively. All the Work Orders are listed in a table where you can sort them based on the Production Item, BOM, Quantity, Status, etc. By clicking on a particular Work Order, you can track the status of that order, including the issue of raw materials and the progress at each workstation.
User Roles and Permissions
Access to the Work Order feature can be controlled based on user roles and permissions. As an administrator, you can assign different levels of access to different users, ensuring that only authorized personnel can create, view, edit, or delete Work Orders.
Conclusion
The Work Order feature in Empress is a robust tool that brings efficiency and transparency to your manufacturing operations. By enabling you to manage and track the manufacturing process effectively, it significantly enhances your business processes.
For further assistance, refer to the Empress Help Center or reach out to the support team.