New to NetSuite | Manufacturing 103: Work Orders

Prior Manufacturing articles tackled the creation of Assembly Items and how to associate the Advanced Bill of Materials feature to this item type. Before Assembly Items can be considered finished goods, they must undergo the production process, which is facilitated by Work Orders.

In this article, we will cover the fundamentals of Work Orders to help you make the most of this feature within the system.

What is a Work Order?

A work order is a document or directive that outlines the tasks, instructions, materials, and resources required to complete a specific job or project within a manufacturing environment. It serves as a guide for workers and helps to ensure that production processes are carried out efficiently and accurately for a business.