Smarter Shop Floor Management Software
Connect workers, machines and materials in real time to streamline production, reduce delays and improve output accuracy.
Real-Time Visibility
Monitor production activity, status and work centers.
Paperless Workflows
Eliminate manual tracking with digital work instructions and logs.
Boost Labor Efficiency
Optimize employee tasks and reduce idle time on the floor.
Track Time & Output
Capture labor, machine hours and completed quantities.
Minimize Downtime
Identify bottlenecks and address issues faster with live floor data.
Improve Traceability
Access job history, parts and approval history instantly.
What is shop floor management software?
Shop floor management is the process of overseeing, tracking and optimizing manufacturing operations in real time. It ensures work orders, resources and labor are aligned for efficient production. A core component of MRP systems, shop floor management aims to reduce downtime, improve throughput and maintain product quality on the factory floor.
QT9 MRP's Shop Floor Management module gives manufacturers the visibility and control they need to run lean, accurate and efficient operations. From real-time production tracking to labor reporting and work center scheduling, QT9 helps teams coordinate tasks, track progress and meet delivery deadlines. Fully integrated, QT9 MRP connects production with planning, inventory and quality, streamlining workflows and driving accountability across the production floor.
Take command with shop floor management software
Explore the tools that help monitor operations, track performance and keep production on schedule.
Live Work Centers
View and manage active jobs, equipment status and operator load.
Time Tracking
Log employee labor and machine time directly from the shop floor.
Digital Dispatch
Send work orders and instructions digitally to operators in real-time.
Operator Login
Track who’s working on what with secure role-based logins.
Work Instructions
Provide real-time access to drawings, SOPs and visual aids.
Production Logs
Automatically record part counts, rejects, rework and comments.
Audit Trail
Track every move for complete visibility of your shop floor.
Integrated Quality
Link inspections and nonconformances to floor activity instantly.
Barcoding & Scanning
Scan barcodes to move material inventory to routing, work areas.
FAQ: Shop Floor MRP Software
Shop floor management in MRP software refers to tracking, controlling and optimizing manufacturing activities on the production floor in real time. QT9 MRP provides live visibility into work orders, labor, equipment status and job progress to help manufacturers improve productivity and reduce downtime.
QT9 MRP offers real-time dashboards and live job tracking so operators and managers can monitor job statuses, material use and labor activity as it happens. This helps identify bottlenecks early and maintain on-time production schedules.
Yes. QT9 MRP allows employees to clock in and out of jobs, track labor hours and record time spent on specific tasks. This data feeds into cost tracking, payroll and performance reporting for more informed decision-making.
Yes. QT9 MRP supports real-time data entry from the shop floor, enabling immediate updates on job progress, completed quantities, scrap and resource usage. This ensures that production data is always current and accurate.
QT9 MRP reduces downtime by proactively scheduling jobs based on material and machine availability, flagging delays or shortages and helping teams prioritize work. With real-time visibility, operators and supervisors can respond quickly to disruptions.
Yes. QT9 MRP is cloud-based and mobile-friendly, allowing shop floor operators to access work instructions, log job activity and enter production data from tablets or workstations on the floor.
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