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Training: Starting Work on a Production Order

This training module focuses on the shop floor experience—transitioning a task from "Planned" to "WIP" (Work in Process) and understanding how Velosity tracks your labor.

The Shop Floor Workflow

When you are ready to begin an operation: 1. Locate the Task: Use the Production Queues to find the next prioritized task for your work center. 2. Review Documentation: Before starting, check the Documents tab for blueprints or special instructions. 3. Initiate Work: Changing the status to WIP signals to the entire organization that the part is currently being worked on.

Interactive Tutorial: Starting a Task

The following walkthrough demonstrates how to select a task from a production order and move it into the "WIP" state.

Key Takeaways

  • Automatic Clocking: Remember that Velosity automatically clocks you in as soon as you interact with the task details or documents.
  • Visibility: Once you start work, the production order status may automatically update to WIP, giving Sales and Planning real-time visibility into the order's progress.
  • Problem Reporting: If you cannot start work due to a machine or material issue, log an Event instead of moving to WIP.