Introduction
The Work Order Feature is a key element of the Empress system. It helps manage and track the manufacturing process in an organized manner. This feature is especially beneficial for businesses in the manufacturing sector, enabling streamlined production planning and execution.
What is the Work Order Feature?
The Work Order Feature is a tool that allows you to create individual work orders for items you plan to manufacture. With this feature, you can:
- Specify the Production Item to manufacture
- Determine the Quantity required
- Set up Warehouses for raw materials and finished goods
- Plan Operations and estimate their costs
- Track Material Requests and associated sales orders
The Work Order feature offers a comprehensive view of your manufacturing process, helping you plan better and operate more efficiently.
Using the Work Order Feature
Creating a Work Order
To create a new Work Order:
- Navigate to the Work Order section in Empress.
- Click on the New button.
- In the Item To Manufacture field, select the item you plan to produce.
- Specify the Quantity to be produced.
- Set up your Warehouses. Assign a Source Warehouse for raw materials and a Target Warehouse for storing the finished product.
- Define the Operations required for the manufacturing process.
- Click on Save to create the work order.
Editing a Work Order
To edit an existing Work Order:
- Navigate to the Work Order section.
- Select the Work Order you want to edit.
- Make the necessary changes in the relevant fields.
- Click on Save to update the work order.
Tracking a Work Order
To track the status of a Work Order:
- Navigate to the Work Order section.
- Select the Work Order you want to track.
- The Status field will show the current status of the Work Order.
Sorting Work Orders
To sort Work Orders:
- Navigate to the Work Order section.
- Click on the Sort button.
- Select the parameter by which you want to sort the Work Orders (e.g., Status, Item To Manufacture, Quantity, etc.).
User Roles and Permissions
The Work Order feature is accessible to users with the Manufacturing User role. Users with the Stock User role can view and generate reports on Work Orders, but cannot create or edit them.
Conclusion
The Work Order Feature in Empress is a powerful tool that can greatly streamline your manufacturing process. By enabling efficient planning, tracking, and execution of production activities, it can lead to significant improvements in productivity and cost efficiency.
For additional support or resources, please refer to our comprehensive Empress User Guide or reach out to our support team.