The allows a warehouse to select a group of work orders based on the work order attributes and release them for execution.
A work order may have one or more activities representing each step of physical work to be completed in a warehouse. For example, a work order for cell phone assembly involves placing of components into a unit box, actually assembly of components, frequency programming and testing.
The assigns specific VAS stations to each activity in the work order where VAS is performed based on the product. A cell phone assembly process differs from that of a radio assembly.
The retrieval algorithms are used to release the work order. Partial allocation of a work order is also permitted awaiting complete release at a later date or time. The algorithm used determines the optimal retrieval locations based on the quantities requested and the closeness to the VAS station. Inventory is retrieved to the VAS station. Components are retrieved using Radio Frequency (RF) Mobile Terminal, batch sheets or by integrating with MHE.
The triggers replenishment tasks for the forward pick locations, considering the demand placed during the VAS retrieval process and the minimum levels for an SKU at the location.
The Task Management creates and manages all the tasks related to VAS component retrieval. The uniquely tracks inventory that has been allocated to a work order. This allows complete visibility and control over the execution or cancellation of a work order or its tasks.