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Definitions and setups
Manufacturing Process (Template)
Build Processes
A build process Manufacturing Processes are the templates
they are copied to create a Build Process once an order item is ready to build
a build process may then be modified to suit the unique item
A Manufacturing process
has a number of steps through different Stations
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may attach to many manufactured items
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Process Flexibility
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Scaling factor
When linked to individual SKU’s the Manufacturing Process Template can have a scaling factor - eg Process “Sofa” may have a multiplier of x1 for a 2 seater, but x2.7 for a 3 seater.
Example
Manufacturing Process “Sofa” Linked to
2 Seater - has scaling factor of x1
3 seater - has a scaling factor of x 1.75
In this way a single process definition becomes more flexible in use.
TAGS
Tags on a Manufacturing Step are Matched with TAGS on a SKU to modify the Build Process Created
Example
Manufacturing Process Step Mode (include) with a TAG (A
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SKUS with a TAG of (A) will include this step when the build is created
Manufacturing Process Step Mode (exclude) with a TAG (B)
SKUS with a TAG of (B) will exclude this step when the build is created
SKUS with a TAG of (AB) will include the TAG (a) step AND exclude the TAG (B ) Step when a build is created
Builds
When the time comes to build an item - a copy of the Manufacturing Process is made and attached to the ordered item - this can then be modified as required and is know as a build process
Manufacturing Process Steps
Processes have a number of steps through different work centres.
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Note : If you want to assume infinite capacity you do not need to use time estimates or rosters. The sequence numbers combined with Order ExWarehouse date will prioritise the work for you.
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Process steps have a sequence.
Where the sequence is the same - steps may happen in parallel
Where the sequence number is greater - the step must wait for previous sequences to be completed
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Processes may revisit workstations
Process steps and their sequence determine the flow through workcenters
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Where the sequence is the same - steps may happen in parallel
Where the sequence number is greater - the step must wait for previous sequences to be completed
Example - multiple steps (Seq 2) may commence after the first step complete AND Uphosltery and Fabric cutting are revisited
Build Process: Seq - (Station): Step
Seq 1 - (Woodwork) Make Frame
Seq 2 - (Woodwork) Fit legs
Seq 2 - (Fabric Cutting and sewing) Make slip cover
Seq 3 - (Upholstery) Cover frame with foam
Seq 4 - (Fabric Cutting and Sewing) cut Fitted fabric
Seq 5 - (Upholstery) Fit Fitted Fabric
Stations
Stations are where people work and complete build steps
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