Defining operations

You can define operations by specifying the details and requirements in the application.

  1. Select Basics > Operation.
  2. Click the New icon.
  3. In the General Overview Operation section, specify this information:
    Code
    Specify a unique code.
    Name
    Specify a name for the operation.
    Description
    Specify a brief description.
    Placement

    Select a placement from the list.

    You can define placements in Generic Lookup.

    Operation Type

    Select an operation type.

    You can define operation types in Generic Lookup.

    Operation Group

    Select an operation group.

    You can define operation groups in Generic Lookup.

    Currency
    Select a currency.

    See Creating currencies.

    Hourly Rate
    Specify an hourly rate.
    Efficiency
    Specify an efficiency rating.
    Status
    Select a workflow status.
  4. In the Operation Details section, specify this information:
    Stitches Per Inch
    Specify the number of stitches for every inch.
    Seam Allowance
    Specify the seam allowance.
    Free Field 1
    Specify a value that does not fall under any defined field.
    User Defined 1

    Select a user-defined field value.

    You can define user-defined fields in Generic Lookup.

    Skills
    Select a skill.

    You can define skills in Generic Lookup.

  5. In the Operation Times section, specify this information:
    Standard Allowable Minutes (SAM)
    Specify the standard allowable minutes.
    Setup Time (minutes)
    Specify the setup time.
    Man / Machine
    Select Man, Machine, or Man and Machine.
  6. In the Operation Instructions section, specify this information:
    Language

    Select a language from the list.

    If left blank, this will default to English - United States.

    Text
    Specify an instruction text.
  7. Optionally, drag and drop an image from your local computer to the image holder to graphically represent your operation.
  8. Click Save or Save and Close.