Completed Work Orders
Overview
Below is a clear, business-focused explanation of the Completed Work Orders report, written for practical day-to-day use in Dafater.
Completed Work Orders
Module: Manufacturing
Report Type: Query Report
Reference Document: Work Order
What business information this report provides
The Completed Work Orders report shows all manufacturing work orders that have been fully completed. It gives management and operations teams a consolidated view of what production has finished, in what quantity, and when.
This report helps businesses understand: - Which products have been successfully manufactured - How much was produced versus what was planned - When production was completed - Which production orders are now ready for next steps such as quality checks, storage, or delivery
In short, it provides a factual record of completed production activities.
When and why to use this report
You would use this report when you need to: - Review finished production for a specific period - Confirm that manufacturing targets have been met - Support inventory updates for finished goods - Analyze production performance and throughput - Provide data for management reviews or audits
It is especially useful at the end of a day, week, or month to validate production output and ensure operational alignment with sales and inventory planning.
Key columns and what they mean for business
While column names may vary slightly, the report typically includes:
Work Order ID
Unique reference for each production order. Useful for tracking and audit purposes.Item / Product
The finished good that was manufactured. Helps identify which products are being produced most frequently.Planned Quantity
The quantity that was originally scheduled for production. Used to measure planning accuracy.Completed Quantity
The actual quantity produced. This shows real output and helps identify overproduction or shortfalls.Start Date
When production began. Useful for analyzing production lead time.Completion Date
When the work order was finished. Helps measure delivery timelines and manufacturing efficiency.Production Location / Warehouse
Where the manufacturing activity took place or where goods were received. Supports location-based performance tracking.Status
Confirms that the work order is completed and no longer in progress.
Available filters and their business purpose
The report includes filters to narrow down information for specific business needs, such as:
Date Range (Start or Completion Date)
Used for period-based analysis (daily, monthly, quarterly performance).Item / Product
Focuses the report on specific finished goods.Work Order ID
Useful for reviewing or verifying a particular production order.Production Location / Warehouse
Helps compare output across different facilities or sites.Company or Business Unit
Supports reporting for organizations with multiple entities or divisions.
These filters allow managers to quickly find relevant information without reviewing all production data.
How to interpret the results for business decisions
Business users can interpret this report to: - Identify production efficiency by comparing planned vs completed quantities - Detect recurring production delays or inconsistencies - Validate whether manufacturing output aligns with sales demand - Ensure completed goods are ready for inventory stocking or dispatch - Support decisions on capacity planning and resource allocation
Consistent shortfalls may indicate planning issues, material shortages, or equipment constraints. Consistent overproduction may indicate demand forecasting gaps.
Common use cases and scenarios
Production Review Meetings
Used by plant managers to review completed output and discuss performance.Inventory Updates
Helps inventory teams confirm which finished goods should be available for storage or sale.Sales Coordination
Sales teams can verify whether customer orders can be fulfilled based on completed production.Management Reporting
Provides reliable data for operational dashboards and executive summaries.Audit and Compliance
Serves as documented proof of completed manufacturing activities.
Summary
The Completed Work Orders report in Dafater is a critical operational tool that provides visibility into finished manufacturing work. It supports informed decision-making across production, inventory, and management teams by clearly showing what has been produced, when it was completed, and how well execution matched the plan.
Report Information
- Module: Manufacturing
- Related DocType: Work Order
- Report Type: Query Report
- Standard: Yes