The WIP Data Capture System uses barcodes to collect real-time production data at multiple workstations. As jobs are received and processed at each station, the operator uses a barcode scanner to enter information about the job. The date, time, and workstation identification are captured automatically by the software; other data fields are defined by the system manager (job number and operation code, for example). The data captured at the workstation is automatically stored on a central network database. From there, it can be used by other software packages, including order management and production scheduling systems, spreadsheets, databases, and productivity analysis tools. Data is stored in the popular Microsoft Access database format. Microsoft Access is not required to run the WIP Data Capture Software.

The type of data captured and the appearance of the screens are centrally controlled by the system manager. Once the WIP Data Capture software is installed on the workstations, the system manager can change screen layouts without visiting each workstation. The system supports multiple screen layouts, which can be tailored to the needs of each department.

The workstation software is designed to work with any scanner equipped with a serial data interface. Please contact us for assistance in choosing the right scanner.

The WIP Data Capture software includes a set of Code 39 TrueType barcode fonts so that barcoded reports and labels can be printed in-house.