This feature enhances the Barcode module in Odoo by introducing a real-time lot scanning widget. It is designed to significantly improve traceability and efficiency during warehouse or shop floor operations, especially for businesses handling serialized or lot-controlled products.
When a user scans a Lot QR code using a handheld device, the system will instantly retrieve and display comprehensive details about the scanned lot, including product information and, in the case of manufactured products, the components consumed during the production process.
Key Features
1. Real-Time Lot Scanning
- A new interactive widget is available within the Barcode module.
- Upon scanning a Lot QR code, the system automatically fetches relevant data without the need for manual navigation or searching.
2. Instant Product Identification
- Displays product name, lot/serial number, and basic product information on-screen.
- Supports both manufactured and purchased products.
3. Component Traceability for Manufactured Items
- If the scanned lot corresponds to a manufactured product, the widget:
- Retrieves the Bill of Materials (BoM) consumption history.
- Displays a list of components consumed along with their respective quantities.
- Ensures end-to-end visibility into production details for quality control, audits, or troubleshooting.
4. User-Friendly Interface
- Fully optimized for handheld barcode devices and mobile screens.
- Provides a clean, readable interface to minimize operational errors during busy warehouse or shop floor activities.
Use Cases
- Quality Control: Verify consumed components during audits or inspections.
- Production Tracking: Quickly trace component usage for any manufactured batch.
- Warehouse Efficiency: Save time by eliminating manual searches for product and component details.
- Customer Support: Access instant component data for warranty or product issue investigations.
Business Benefits
- Enhanced Accuracy: Eliminates human errors in identifying lots and their components.
- Faster Operations: Streamlines scanning workflows by consolidating information in a single widget.
- Improved Traceability: Supports compliance with industry standards like ISO, FDA, or GMP that require detailed component-level traceability.
- Better Decision-Making: Provides real-time visibility into inventory and production data for managers and operators.
Conclusion
The Lot Identification and Component Traceability feature introduces a game-changing enhancement to Odoo’s Barcode module. By integrating real-time lot scanning with component visibility, it empowers teams with immediate access to crucial data, improving operational efficiency, traceability, and compliance.