WindoorERP Documentation 19.0

Trigger and resolve visual shop floor Andon alerts for shortages and breakdowns

1 min read Updated 2026-08-28 WindoorERP 19.0

What this does

Implements lean manufacturing Andon alerting, allowing operators to trigger color-coded help requests (Material Shortage, Tool Breakdown, Quality Stop) from their screens.

Before you start

  • Andon alert categories and notification recipient teams configured.

Steps

Andon alerts kanban board categorized by status: New, In Progress, and Resolved

Andon calls audit list showing response times, affected workstations, and resolution notes

Important

Fast response to Andon calls keeps assembly lines running continuously and prevents minor tool issues from escalating into major multi-hour factory shutdowns.

  1. 01
    From any terminal, tap Andon Alert and select the issue category (Missing Hardware, Saw Blade Blunted, Drawing Ambiguity).
  2. 02
    The central production dashboard and supervisor smartwatch immediately receive acoustic and visual alerts.
  3. 03
    Open Production › Shop Floor › Andon Calls to view active alerts on the Kanban board.
  4. 04
    Drag calls from New to In Progress as the support technician attends the station, then mark Resolved.

Common mistakes

  • Leaving resolved Andon calls open on the board after the workstation has resumed fabrication.
  • Using verbal shouting across the shop floor instead of logging structured digital Andon calls.

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