Manage Locations

Creating, Updating, and Searching Factory Locations in ION

Objective

This SOP outlines the steps to create and manage factory locations within the ION system, ensuring clarity and efficiency in operations.

Key Steps

1. Overview of Factory Page 0:00

• Access the factory page in ION to view locations within your factory.

• Understand that locations can have types and can be nested.

2. Understanding Location Types and Nesting 0:16

• Locations can include warehouses, wings, subclassifications, racks, and totes.

• Use the nested setup to traverse through factory locations or utilize the search function.

3. Viewing Location Information 0:56

• Click on a specific location to view its overview, including:

  • Issues

  • Inventory

  • Procedure steps

• Note if the location has sub-locations.

4. Modifying Location Information 1:34

• To change location information (e.g., supervisors, type), access the location settings.

5. Quick Glance at Related Steps 1:44

• Use the quick glance feature to see related steps for each location.

6. Creating a Sub-location 2:03

• Navigate to sub-locations and click 'Create'.

• Set the type of the new location (e.g., tote).

7. Confirming New Location Creation 2:39

• Ensure the new location is visible and linked to its parent location.

8. Navigating Back to Parent Location 2:56

• Return to the parent location to confirm the visibility of the newly created sub-location.

Cautionary Notes

• Ensure that all location types are correctly defined to avoid confusion.

• Double-check the nesting structure to maintain clarity in location hierarchy.

Tips for Efficiency

• Use the search function to quickly locate specific locations instead of manually navigating through the nested setup.

• Regularly update location information to reflect any changes in supervisors or types.

Link to Loom

https://loom.com/share/5581b5e1cf9747f18590d36c041300dc