Understanding Quality Inspection Summary Reports

Understanding Quality Inspection Summary Reports

Overview

This article gives you an overview of the Quality Inspection Summary Report. This report helps you monitor and analyze the quality of incoming, outgoing, and in-process items.





1. Accessing the Quality Inspection Summary Report

To view the Quality Inspection Summary Report, follow these steps:


  1. Navigate to the Report Section:


  • Go to Home > Manufacturing > Reports > Quality Inspection Summary.


  1. Review the Report Interface:


  • The report displays a list of Quality Inspections along with their statuses (e.g., Accepted, Rejected, or Pending).

  • Filters are available to narrow down results by date range, item, or inspection type.



2. Key Components of the Report

The Quality Inspection Summary Report includes the following critical information:


2.1 Inspection Details

  • Inspection ID: Unique identifier for each inspection.

  • Item Name: The product or material inspected.

  • Inspection Type: Classified as Incoming (Purchase), Outgoing (Sales), or In-Process (Manufacturing).

  • Reference Document: Linked documents such as Purchase Receipts, Delivery Notes, or Job Cards.


2.2 Inspection Status

  • Accepted: The item met all quality criteria.

  • Rejected: The item failed one or more quality checks.

  • Pending: Inspections awaiting completion or verification.


2.3 Sample Size and Batch Information

  • Displays the quantity inspected and the batch number (if applicable).



3. Interpreting the Report

Understanding the data in the report is crucial for making informed decisions. Here’s how to analyze it:


3.1 Identifying Trends

  • Look for recurring rejections of specific items or batches, which may indicate systemic issues.

  • Compare acceptance rates over time to measure quality improvements.


3.2 Drill-Down Capabilities

  • Click on an inspection ID to view detailed results, including individual quality check parameters and readings.


3.3 Exporting Data

  • Export the report to Excel or PDF for further analysis or sharing with stakeholders.



4. Prerequisites for Quality Inspections

Before generating the report, ensure the following steps are completed:


4.1 Enable Quality Inspection for Items

  • In the Item Master, enable Quality Inspection Criteria for items requiring inspections.



4.2 Create Quality Inspection Templates

  • Define inspection parameters (numeric, non-numeric, or formula-based) in templates for consistency.



4.3 Conduct Inspections

  • Inspections can be initiated from Purchase Receipts, Delivery Notes, or Job Cards.



5. Advanced Features in Quality Inspections

The report reflects data from various types of quality checks:


5.1 Numeric Checks

  • Checks if readings fall within a specified range (e.g., temperature, weight).


5.2 Non-Numeric Checks

  • Validates attributes like color or presence/absence of defects.


5.3 Formula-Based Checks

  • Uses custom formulas for complex validations (e.g., calculating averages or grades).



6. Retaining Sample Stock for Future Analysis

For traceability, retain samples of inspected items:


Enable Sample Retention:

  • In the Item Master, check Retain Sample and set the maximum sample quantity.




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