Seamless Stage Labelling for Improved Production Tracking

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Stage Labelling

In regulated industries like pharmaceuticals, stage labelling is critical for ensuring product traceability, reducing errors, and complying with standards such as USFDA and EU GMP. Stage labelling helps manufacturers track materials, ongoing manufacturing status, and finished goods as they move through the various phases of production. Without stage labelling, there is a higher risk of mislabelling, batch confusion, and compliance violations, particularly during audits by regulatory bodies like the USFDA or EU regulatory authorities.  

How it benefits

Real-time Production Tracking

Automatically update and label items at each production stage, ensuring visibility into which phase every batch is currently in.

Error Reduction

Reduces the likelihood of errors such as mislabelling or wrong product/material selection between similar batches.

Audit-Readiness

The system provides clear records of the entire production process, which is vital for labelling records to streamline audits.

Customisable Labels

Allows manufacturers to tailor stage labels to meet specific production requirements.
Process Diagram
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Quarantine Labels

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Under test labels

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Approved/Rejected labels

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Dispensed material status label

Stage Label with Process XE®

Process XE® Stage Labelling integrates seamlessly with the MES/ERP. Here’s how Process XE® is leveraging the stage labelling feature: 

Automated Label Updates: As batches move through predefined production stages, their labels are automatically updated based on triggers within the system, reducing manual intervention. 

Integration with Quality Modules: The stage labelling system can be integrated to quality management features ensuring that production status reflects any issues encountered during quality checks. 

Customizable Workflows: The solution allows users to define custom production workflows, with stage labels that match the specific needs of their manufacturing processes. 

Data Logging and Reporting: All label updates are updated, providing a detailed record that can be accessed for audits, compliance reporting, and process optimization. 

 

Results of Implementation

Improved Traceability

Clients now have complete visibility into the status of each batch, which has led to fewer delays and errors in production.

Reduction in Labelling Errors

Automation has led to a 90% reduction in labelling errors, preventing costly rework, product recalls, and customer complaints.

Improved Planning

Real-time stage tracking allowed for better resource allocation, leading to optimized shifts, material use, and machinery operation schedules.

Increased Productivity

By enabling Stage labelling, manufacturers have seen a 25% increase in production efficiency due to reduced waiting times between stages.