Routing
Routing in ianaiERP defines the sequence of operations and resources required to manufacture a product. It's a critical component of work orders that outlines the production process flow from start to finish.
Overview
Routing specifies the step-by-step operations needed to transform raw materials into finished goods.
Each operation in a routing includes details about work centers, labor, setup time, and run time.
Properly configured routings help optimize production scheduling, resource allocation, and cost calculation.
Where to Access
Users (admin / common) can access item via Manufacturing column (Manufacturing: Routing)
Click Add New to initiate adding routings onto the ianaiERP system
Key Attributes
Header
Name — Internal name of the routing variant (e.g., “Std – 500ml”).
Item — Finished good this routing applies to.
Default (toggle) — If on, this routing auto-selects for the item on new Work Orders.
Effective Start / End Date — Validity window; scheduler should not use the routing outside these dates.
Default Cycle Time — Target cycle time per unit; used as a planning reference for capacity/throughput.
Operation Lines
# (Sequence) — Execution order of steps (drag to reorder; typical values 10/20/30…).
Operation Name — Step label shown to the shop floor (e.g., Cut, Drill, Pack).
Setup Time (m) — One-time preparation time per batch/run at this step.
Run Time (m) / unit — Processing time per unit at this step (drives capacity/cost).
Work Center — Machine/cell/resource that performs the operation (rates feed costing and scheduling).
Print Template — Traveler/label/SOP to print for this step, if required.
Routing Rules (conditional operations)
Variable Feature (x) — Ruleset that inserts/overrides operations based on item options/attributes.
Condition — Criteria that must be met (e.g., option = “Stainless”) for the rule to apply.
Operation fields (Name, Setup, Run, Work Center) — Values to use when the condition is true.
Ordering — Sequence number to place the conditional operation in the flow.
Print Template — Document override for the conditional step.
Notes & Files
Notes — Free-form instructions or cautions for planners/operators.
Attachments — Upload SOPs, drawings, checklists, or QC forms used during the routing.
Key Functions
Create a routing
Manufacturing → Routings → New Routing
Enter name and description
Add operations to define the process flow
Add operations
Add Operation → fill Name, Work Center, Setup Time, Run Time
Set Sequence Number; add special instructions/requirements
Assign a routing to a work order
Manufacturing → Work Orders → New/Select → choose Routing
Operations from the routing are auto-populated; adjust as needed
Create routing rules
Manufacturing → Routing Rules → set conditions (variable/operator/value) → choose routing if met → (optionally) use variables for setup/run time per unit → Save
Related Features
For more detailed information on advanced routing techniques and optimization, please refer to the specific sections in this documentation.
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