Workflow
The vertical workflow spine that keeps work under control.
The workflow is designed to lock state, capture inspection evidence, route exceptions, and keep handoffs visible so the record can stay true as work moves.
Workflow discipline
The workflow is built to prevent informal movement. Work should not silently advance if the inspection, sign-off, hold, or review state is unresolved.
- release gates
- required checks
- blocked-work visibility
- review queues
Floor continuity
Shift changes and function changes should expose what is incomplete, who owns it, and what must happen before the packet moves.
- open blockers
- operator context
- QA notes
- supervisor disposition
Release packet
Controlled scope, required documents, and explicit packet state.
Assign work
Clear ownership before the job moves onto the floor.
Execute step
Sequenced production steps instead of loose packet intent.
Capture inspection
Checks, outcomes, evidence, and sign-offs in the flow.
Route exception
Holds, blocked work, and nonconformance events become visible.
Supervisor review
Review queues create accountability without dashboard bloat.
Sign-off
Completion requires approvals, context, and record continuity.
Retain record
Traceable history shows who did what, when, what changed, and why.
Packet control
Work packets with explicit state, controlled release, hold visibility, completion state, document continuity, and step sequencing.
Inspection and QA capture
In-process checks, recorded outcomes, sign-offs, evidence trail, and inspection continuity.
Exception handling
Blocked work, nonconformance routing, holds, escalation paths, and corrective action visibility.
Shift handoffs
Explicit continuity between operators and shifts, open blockers, incomplete work, and less memory dependence.
Traceability
Who did what, when it happened, what was captured, what changed, what was approved, and how record history holds together.
Supervisor visibility