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Mobile WIP Tracking Software With QR Codes For Custom Manufacturers

Mobile WIP tracking software lets manufacturers record each production step in real time using smartphones and QR code or barcode scanning, replacing paper travelers and manual spreadsheets. It is ideal for small and mid-size manufacturers or job shops that need quick, affordable visibility into work in progress without investing in automation hardware. With QR Inventory software, manufacturers can set up the system in a few days with their custom workflow, and start tracking manufacturing orders in real time on the shop floor with smartphones. Every scan instantly updates job status in the cloud, giving all stakeholders an accurate, real-time picture of everything in production.

Core Features And Benefits Of Mobile WIP Tracking With QR Codes / Barcodes

Mobile WIP software allows manufacturers to track every production step, record observations and fill out forms with just a smartphone. The system makes it easy for the shop floor employees to scan QR codes, record progress, and update order status without being distracted from their main job - no specialized hardware, paperwork, or complex setup required.



    Key Features Of Mobile WIP Tracking System

  • Smartphone-based tracking Log order status changes with a quick QR code scan.
  • Real-time cloud sync All updates instantly update cloud database and are visible to all team members in real time.
  • Custom workflows Define production stages, create forms and data fields to match your process.
  • Digital forms & photo capture Record quality checks, measurements, testing results and notes in the mobile app, add photos for visual documentation.
  • Live data access Access real time data in the mobile app, on the office computers, and display real-time WIP status on screens mounted throughout the facility using live dashboard.
  • Simple setup Setup mobile WIP system with your custom workflow within a few days, and start tracking work-in-progress in real time.




    Benefits Of Mobile WIP Tracking For Custom Manufacturers

  • Instant project status visibility Everyone sees accurate, up-to-date production status, improving project coordination and preventing delays.
  • Better decision-making Instantly identify bottlenecks and performance issues, and correct them early.
  • Accurate production data QR code scanning and digital forms reduce manual entry errors, eliminate missed and lost paperwork.
  • Increases efficiency, saves time Simple mobile tools make production tracking fast and easy for shop floor employees.
  • Easy, low-cost deployment Easy setup and no special hardware requirements - use smartphones for scanning and data entry, regular office printer for labels printing.
  • Fast implementation No complicated setup - become productive fast.
  • Scalable foundation Scale up, expand to automated BLE / Iot work in progress tracking, add BOM and traceability if / when needed.



How Mobile WIP Tracking Works - Software Implementation At A Glance

Step-by-step process of tracking manufacturing work in progress in the QR Inventory software:

1. Configure Your Production Workflow

  • Define production steps and data collection fields for your process using the QR Inventory software web interface.
  • Set up custom mobile forms for quality control and testing, and link them to the production steps.
  • Configuration is intuitive and code-free - done entirely via a cloud software dashboard.
 

2. Create And Label Manufacturing Orders

  • Enter new manufacturing or assembly orders with all necessary details into the system.
  • Generate and print a unique QR code label for each order using QR Inventory software built-in tool.
  • Attach the QR label to the manufacturing order before production begins.

3. Scan Orders as They Move Through Production

  • Operators scan the QR code each time an order moves to the next step, or is completed.
  • Each scan records step, operator, time stamp, and any additional required information.
  • Production forms (quality control, testing results, measurements) ar completed on the mobile devices using digital forms.
 

4. Real-Time Cloud Synchronization

  • Every update done in the mobile app is instantly synced to the centralized cloud platform.
  • Automatic validation ensures accurate, duplicate-free records.

5. View Live Dashboards and Reports

  • Managers and team members view current order status via the web interface or large screen dashboards.
  • Monitor which jobs are in progress, completed, or delayed at a glance.
  • Review past production history, time on each step and statistics.
 

6. Maintain Secure Digital Records

  • All collected production data is stored securely in the cloud as digital records.
  • Authorized users can access full history, timestamps, and attachments on demand from anywhere.
  • WIP tracking system provides a complete electronic audit trail for compliance and process improvement.


Manufacturing Process Tracking Using WIP Inventory Software: Video


How QR Inventory WIP Tracking Addresses Manufacturing Pain Points

From paper travelers to missing parts and production delays, manufacturers face constant challenges in keeping work in progress visible and under control. QR Inventory software helps eliminate these bottlenecks with simple mobile tools, real-time data, and automated record-keeping that keeps your entire team on the same page.

1. Real-Time Access to Accurate Production Information

real time tracking  

Problem: Lost or Outdated Production Information

Paper travelers, whiteboards, and verbal updates often result in missing or inaccurate job information. Supervisors can't see what is happening on the shop floor, and cannot efficiently coordinate production work.

Solution: Real-TIme Mobile WIP Tracking

QR Inventory software replaces paper with a mobile app that allows shop floor employees update job status and sync to the central database with a QR code scan. Everyone - from operators to managers - sees live production status, ensuring accurate data, effective communication and smooth production workflow.

2. Fast, Error-Free Data Capture with Mobile Scanning

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Problem: Manual Data Entry and Errors

Manually filling spreadsheets or forms slows production and introduces errors that ripple through the entire process.

Solution: Digital Data Collection And QR Code Scanning

With QR Inventory mobile app, shop floor employees record production steps by scanning QR codes or barcodes with their smartphones. Built-in smart hints, select lists, and photo capture make data collection fast, consistent, and error-free.

3. Real-Time Visibility Into Work in Progress

live dashboard  

Problem: Delayed Stats Updates

Managers often discover bottlenecks only after delays occur because there is no live info on production process and order status.

Solution: Centralized Cloud System With Live Status Dashboards

Every update made in the QR Inventory mobile app is instantly reflected on real-time dashboards and reports. Supervisors can monitor work in progress, completed orders, delays and bottlenecks at a glance. This info helps them act quickly to reduce downtime.

4. Seamless Communication Between Shop Floor and Office

mobile communication  

Problem: Ineffective Communication

Critical information such as material shortages, quality issues, or rework requirements can easily get buried in the emails or notes, resulting in project delays, poor product quality, increased expenses and loss of reputation.

Solution: Live WIP Status & Notifications

QR Inventory centralized cloud platform connects mobile devices and office computers into one unified system. Issues, photos, and notes entered on the shop floor are instantly visible to the office staff. Custom notifications ensure that authorized personnel get informed on the critical issues fast, and they correct the problem quickly.

5. Digital Documentation Accessible On Demand

traceability documentation  

Problem: Lost Records

With manual WIP tracking finding past project history and completed forms can take hours, and sometimes the records are lost, resulting in company liability.

Solution: Digital Records Securely Stored In The Cloud & Easily Searchable

All records completed electronically on the mobile devices are securely stored in the cloud, are never misplaced or lost. Authorized users can retrieve full digital histories with timestamps, photos, and operator data on demand, and search record by multiple parameters to find required info fast.




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