Collaboration & Comments
In a dynamic manufacturing environment, communication often happens in silos (WhatsApp, shouting across the floor). iProTraX brings this discussion directly into the production flow with Step-Level Smart Comments.
Step-Level Communication
Context-Aware Chat
Every single step of a Work Order (e.g., "Winding", "Assembly") has its own dedicated discussion thread. This means problem-solving happens exactly where the problem is.
Smart Categories
To help the AI understand why a conversation is happening, users check a "Category" when posting a comment.
| Category | Intended Usage |
|---|---|
| General | Normal updates, shift handovers, or questions. |
| QN (Quality) | Defects, scratches, or out-of-tolerance reports. |
| Material | Missing parts, wrong components, or inventory issues. |
| Machine | Equipment breakdown, tooling issues, or maintenance requests. |
| Hold | Process blockers requiring immediate supervisor attention. |
Workflow Example
Operator selects "Assembly" step, tags Material, and types: "Shortage of M5 screws."
Supervisor sees a red badge on the dashboard. Click-through reveals the context instantly.
At end of week, AI reports: "Recursion detection: You have had 3 material shortages for M5 screws this week."