Removing and Segmenting Defective Inventory from “Sellable” or “Usable” Inventory
Cetec ERP understands that manufacturing companies require the ability to isolate inventory from the rest of their stock. There are many reasons why a user might need to quarantine material. Maybe a customer return needs to be reviewed or reworked, or a defective material was found during an incoming inspection. Whatever the cause, you need options to keep flawed inventory separate from the rest of your stock.
When managing your inventory, especially in highly regulated industries, the capability to isolate individual stock is a necessity. Not only is a quarantine location used to ensure quality material, but it can be a compliance requirement for manufacturers in highly regulated industries needing to meet mandatory standards. Cetec ERP solves this problem with quarantine locations and the ability to lock BINs.
Virtual warehouses can be configured to receive goods that have failed inspection or otherwise need to be kept separate from the “safe stock”. This can further be utilized as a tool to hold and perform any necessary actions, such as undertaking an ECO or ECN.
The other option for isolating stock is to lock individual bins. Locking a bin will remove the quantity from inventory availability calculations, as well as prevent the stock from being picked or consumed on work orders.
For example, say a shipment came off the truck and half the goods are damaged. You can receive the entire shipment into a quarantine warehouse immediately, to begin the process of validating the contents of the shipment. You could also receive into your standard warehouse and automatically lock the bin, by entering an amount in the failed quantity field for the incoming inspection during receiving.
For businesses navigating the complexities of inventory management in tightly regulated sectors, the importance of isolating and monitoring individual stock cannot be overstated. Cetec ERP offers a comprehensive solution with its quarantine locations and BIN locking capabilities, enabling users to not only maintain the quality of their materials but also meet stringent compliance standards. With these powerful tools at their disposal, businesses can confidently uphold the standards they strive to achieve, ensuring operational excellence and peace of mind in their day-to-day operations.