The capture of accurate and reliable data is key to deriving a realistic view of the current status of all (WIP) work in progress, which in turn enables you to have a view of your true capacity for planning and scheduling work throughput. Seiki SFDC provides a robust manufacturing works order data collection solution, supporting more transparent, effective and efficient order processing. Data entry is supported both manually and via barcode entry.

Works order data collection
The system collects data from events occurring at the resource via the shop floor terminal, where the operator is able to confirm the start and completion of each job. The quantity of parts produced can be entered manually or automatically (via part counter if fitted to the CNC) and can be progressive during the batch or upon completion. You are also able to record information such as good and scrap part counts and scrap code reasons. Actual job operation times can be identified and configured to refresh the routing master within your manufacturing planning system, creating a closed data loop.

Closing the data loop
In order to realise all the benefits of job data collection work-to-lists can be used to support work in progress tracking. Seiki Work Queue Manager software is a module that enables scheduled works orders to be displayed directly on the shop floor for each workplace resource, providing the operator with forward visibility of the planned workload. Why not also take a look at our shop floor communications and NC data management solutions

Manufacturing intelligence

Seiki Job Report software provides graphical reporting and detailed historical analysis of the progress and times of operations for individual works orders, including a comparison of planned versus actual job times and costs. As well as detailed job analysis the system also displays trends on repeating jobs in the form of a bar chart with activity lists. The data from the shop floor can enable management to make informed business decisions and initiatives to reduce costs and improve performance.

• Improve visibility of works order status and material traceability
• Achieve greater accuracy and on time deliveries
• Optimise works order performance by improving output and reducing scrap levels
• Perform W.I.P tracking
• Eliminate non-value added activities
• Supports accurate job costing
• Integrate to your ERP system for automatic updating of inventory levels

For more information download our SFDC product information sheet.

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Seiki SFDC software is available as a stand alone solution or as an integral part of Seiki NMS. The modularity of Seiki software provides manufacturers with a flexible solution and progressive upgrade path.