Production & Inventory System
Overview
CIS provides a fully integrated Production, Inventory, and Job Management System designed specifically for small to mid-sized manufacturing and assembly operations.
From product setup to quoting, job release, production tracking, and shipping — everything is connected in real time.
This is not just inventory tracking.
This is a complete production control system.
Product Structure & Bill of Materials
At the core of CIS is a powerful product database that supports:
- Master Products
- Sub Assemblies
- Raw Materials
- Components
Each master product can be built using a defined list of components and materials, including required quantities.
For example:
- 1 Computer Case
- 2 Hard Drives
- 37 Screws
CIS automatically:
- Calculates total material requirements
- Generates pick lists
- Tracks exact quantities needed for production
Process Steps & Time Estimation
Each product includes defined process steps, such as:
- Assembly
- Inspection
- Cleaning
- Testing
For every step, CIS captures:
- Estimated hours
- Sequence of operations
This allows CIS to:
- Calculate total production time
- Plan job schedules
- Support accurate quoting and delivery commitments
Integrated Inspection Planning
Inspection requirements are built directly into each product:
- Incoming Inspection (raw materials & components)
- In-Process Inspection
- Final Inspection
This ensures quality is not an afterthought — it is embedded in the production process.
Real-Time Inventory Management
CIS automatically manages inventory through:
- Incoming inspections (adds stock)
- Job consumption (deducts materials)
- Shipping (reduces finished goods)
- Manual adjustments (with full traceability)
Inventory includes:
- Batch tracking
- Transaction history
- Minimum levels
- Maximum allowed quantities
Every movement is recorded with full traceability.
Purchasing Integration
The purchasing system is fully connected to inventory:
- Approved suppliers are enforced
- Previous pricing is tracked
- Price changes automatically update product costs
This ensures:
- Accurate costing
- Real-time pricing updates
- Better purchasing control
Purchase orders can be:
- Generated instantly
- Emailed directly to suppliers
- Linked to incoming inspections
Quoting & Costing
Because CIS knows:
- Material costs
- Labour time
- Process steps
It can automatically generate accurate quotations.
Users can:
- Adjust pricing
- Apply profit margins
- Respond to competitive quotes
Job Release & Production Execution
Once an order is confirmed:
CIS will:
- Validate inventory availability
- Check production timelines
- Flag shortages or delays
When released, CIS generates:
- Process cards
- Pick lists
- Barcode-enabled workflow sheets
Shop Floor Execution (Barcode or Manual)
Each process step includes a barcode.
Operators can:
- Scan the step
- Enter results
- Complete tasks in real time
If barcodes are not used:
- Steps can be entered manually
CIS records:
- Time
- Date
- Operator
- Completion status
Production Tracking & Reporting
CIS provides complete visibility into production:
- Live job status
- Late production reports
- Full job history
- Process-level tracking
You always know:
- What is in production
- What is late
- What is complete
Shipping & Order Completion
Finished products can be:
- Selected for shipment
- Assigned to customers
- Documented with shipping details
Inventory is automatically updated.
Why This Matters
Most systems separate:
- Inventory
- Production
- Quality
- Purchasing
CIS integrates everything into one system, giving you:
- Real-time accuracy
- Full traceability
- Better decision-making
- Reduced manual work