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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

• How do you create a new dashboard?

  To create a new dashboard, click the “Blank Dashboard” option on the home page or go through the admin panel → “Other Options” tab → “Dashboards” → “Create dashboard”.

• Can an already created dashboard be edited?

  Yes, editing the name or content of a dashboard is possible from the admin panel - just select the appropriate dashboard from the list and use the “Edit” option.

• How do you configure the contents of the dashboard?

  Once in edit mode, you can add widgets, set them in any layout and resize them - there are icons next to each widget for this purpose.

• Can multiple dashboards be prepared for different areas?

  Yes, an administrator can create multiple dashboards, assigning them to different positions, departments or screens on the shop floor.

• What data is presented on the dashboard?

  The dashboard presents data practically in real time (with a delay of about 15 seconds), which allows ongoing monitoring of production.

• What does the Job Status Preview show?

  It shows a list of jobs with a currently set status, such as “Breakdown” or “Service,” so you can quickly identify problems.

• How is the Job Status Preview widget created?

  In edit mode, select the widget “View job statuses” → “Create” → select the colors of the statuses and the positions to be monitored.

• Can you filter the posts displayed?

  Yes, the user can manually select specific positions and statuses of interest - this way the dashboard shows only relevant data.

• In addition to status, what else does the Job Status Preview display?

  It also shows the duration of the current status and the number of the order being processed at the position.

• What are the benefits of Job Status Preview for the UR team?

  It allows you to remotely track critical statuses and respond immediately, without having to be physically present at your workstation - a modern alternative to Andon lights.

• What is a Position Timeline?

  This tool visualizes changes in job statuses during the current production shift - from the beginning of the shift to the present.

• What information does the Position Timeline present?

  It shows the sequence of status changes by color (e.g. green - operation, red - failure) and their duration.

• Who uses the Position Timeline most often?

  It is most often used by production managers, who analyze the course of the shift and talk to the team about possible irregularities.

• Is it possible to view the shift history outside of the current shift as well?

  Yes, detailed data is available from the platform and the admin panel, where you can analyze longer periods, such as a whole week.

• What decisions can be made with the Position Timeline?

  It allows you to identify problematic periods and take optimization measures based on historical data.

• What are Visible Position Metrics?

  This is a tabular presentation of key indicators (KPIs) assigned to selected jobs, such as productivity, quality or downtime.

• What metrics can be added to the table?

  There are dozens of metrics to choose from, including availability, OEE, good/bad pieces, time to failure - and others configured in the system.

• How is the configuration of Visible job metrics done?

  In edit mode, select positions and assign metrics to them from the list - the widget will immediately start downloading real-time data.

• How to interpret the colors in the metrics table?

  The colors (green, yellow, red) support quick analysis of the situation - they correspond to the current condition of the position or process.

• Is the data in the table up to date?

  Yes - the system updates data every 15 seconds or so, so users have access to up-to-date information almost live.