Configuring Shop Floor Parameters

Use this form to configure parameters that are applicable to all the Infor Factory Track Shop Floor transactions and forms.

To configure Shop Floor Parameters:

  1. Select Master Explorer > Modules > Configuration > Parameters > Shop Floor Parameters. The Shop Floor Parameters form is displayed.
  2. Specify this information:
    Maximum number of Tasks to Display
    The maximum number of allowed tasks provided in the field must be displayed in the Dispatch List, Assignment List and Resource Assignment of the Resource forms.
    Allow Multiple Tasks by Operator
    Select this check box to allow the operator on working for multiple tasks at the same time.
    Allow Multiple Tasks by Machine
    Select this check box to allow the multiple on working for multiple tasks at the same time.
    Note: This functionality is not allowed for machines that have machine integration functionality selected. These machines are only permitted to work on one task at a given point of time.
    Gap Interval (in Minutes)
    The gap interval expressed in minutes applied to the process of starting and stopping multiple tasks for the same operator or machine.
    Show Unassigned Tasks
    Select this check box to display only unassigned tasks in addition to any assigned tasks.
    Supervisor Start Page
    The home page for the supervisor is displayed, after successful login. Select the Resource Summary or Assignment List to determine the starting page for a supervisor login.
    Resource Summary
    The Resource Summary page is displayed, after successful login.
    Assignment List
    The Assignment List page is displayed, after successful login.
    Display Welcome Message
    Select this check box to display welcome message to the supervisor.
    Biometric System in Use
    Select this check box to use the biometric functionality by the user. If this checkbox is selected, these biometric options are displayed:
    • Biometric Instruction: Enter the instructions for the employee to follow if the Biometric System in use is selected. By default, the application displays this instruction message, Please scan your right index finger.
    • Biometric Message Validity (in seconds): Select this to display the valid biometric message for the user. By default, the application displays 30 seconds that the application needs to wait for a successful biometric scan.
    LN Multi Site in Use
    Select this check box to specify the default organization if LN Multi-Site functionality is enabled.
    Note: This parameter is available only if feature 9230 is enabled.
    Use Direct Entry as Operator Landing Page
    Select this check box to display the Direct Entry form when logged in as an operator.
    Note: 
    • This parameter is available only if feature 9263 is enabled.
    • The Direct Entry form is displayed only if the operator has no active task.
  3. Click Save.