Efficient management of product kits and manufacturing orders is crucial for any business involved in production. One effective way to streamline this process is by using the “Product Kit” template from Sheetgo. This guide will walk you through the steps of installing and using this template to optimize your production workflow.
Installing the Product Kit Template
Access the Template Gallery: First, navigate to the Sheetgo template gallery. You can do this by visiting the Sheetgo website and selecting the “Template” option from the menu.
Search for the Template: In the search bar, type “Product Kit” and press enter. Locate the “Product Kit” template in the search results and click on it.
Install the Template: Click the “Install” button to add the template to your Sheetgo account.
Also, you can watch this video as a reference.
This is the Product kit template :
Setting Up the Product Kit Template
Once you have installed the template, follow these steps to set it up:
Open the Product Kit Sheet: After installation, open the “Product Kit” sheet from the product kit workflow.
Configure Parameters: Go to the “Parameters” tab. Here, you will find three input fields:
Categories: Define the different categories of products.
Unit of Measure: Specify the units used for measuring the quantities of your items (e.g., pieces, kilograms).
Additional Cost Category: Define any additional cost categories that apply to your products.
Add values to these fields according to your specific business requirements.
Using the Forms in the Product Kit Template
The “Product Kit” template includes four forms designed to facilitate various aspects of product and order management:
Create New Item: This form allows you to add new items to your inventory. To create a new item, fill in the following fields:
- Category
- Stock Keeping Unit (SKU)
- Item Name
- Unit of Measure
- Cost
Create Product Kit: Use this form to assemble product kits. Input the necessary details, including:
Category
Finished Good
Produced Quantity
Item
Consumed Quantity
Generate Manufacturing Order: This form is used to generate manufacturing orders. Provide the following information:
Product Kit ID
Finished Good
Produced Quantity
Completed MOs: Once manufacturing is complete, update the details of completed manufacturing orders using this form. Enter:
These are the forms:
Automation :
MO Calculation : After generating the manufacturing order, you need to run the ‘MO Calculation’ automation. Then, you can fill out the next form, ‘Completed MOs’.
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Viewing the Manufacturing Report
The “Product Kit” sheet also features a “Manufacturing Report” tab. To view the details of a specific manufacturing order:
- Report: From the drop-down option in the “Manufacturing Report” tab, select the Manufacturing Order ID you wish to review. In that tab will display all relevant details of the selected manufacturing order, providing you with a comprehensive overview of the production process and its outcomes.
The report looks like this:
Conclusion
By following these steps, you can efficiently manage your product kits and manufacturing orders using the Sheetgo “Product Kit” template. This tool simplifies the production process, allowing you to focus on other critical aspects of your business. Whether you are creating new items, assembling product kits, generating manufacturing orders, or tracking completed orders, this template provides a streamlined solution to keep your operations running smoothly.
