An Operation refers to any manufacturing process conducted on raw materials to advance them along the manufacturing journey.

The Operation master repository stores individual manufacturing processes, their descriptions, and the Default Workstation designated for each operation.

To access the Operation list, go to:

> Home > Manufacturing > Bill of Materials > Operation

1. Prerequisites

Before creating and using an Operation, it is advised that you create the following first:

• Workstation

2. How to create an Operation

1. Go to the Operation list, click on New.
2. Enter a name for the Operation, for example, cutting.
3. Select the Default Workstation where the Operation will be performed. This will be fetched in BOMs and Work Orders.
4. Select a Quality Inspection Template for the operation in the Job Card section. It will be fetched on the Job Card for that particular operation when Work Order is created. When a new Quality Inspection is created from the Job card, then the same Quality Inspection Template is set for the Quality Inspection.
5. Optionally, add a description to describe what the Operation involves.
6. Save.

3. Related Topics

1. Routing
2. Job Card