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Generate Kitting Work Orders From Incoming Orders Automatically

Orders for bundled kits need assembly work orders with component pick lists — usually written by hand. Generate the kitting work order and component pulls automatically from each kit order.

difficulty Intermediatesetup 30 minresult Kit orders produce ready assembly work orders with exact component lists — the assembly bench never waits on paperwork.
  1. 1

    Receive Kit Orders

    Add a Webhook node capturing orders for bundled kits.

  2. 2

    Explode the BOM

    Add a Code node expanding each kit into its component pick list.

  3. 3

    Check Component Stock

    Flag kits blocked by a missing component before releasing.

  4. 4

    Release the Work Order

    Add a Slack node sending assembly the work order and pulls.

  5. 5

    Activate and Test

    Activate the workflow with a test kit order. Confirm components explode correctly.

Frequently asked questions

Why automate the explosion?

Hand-writing component lists per kit is error-prone and slow — the BOM explosion is instant and exact.

Shortage handling?

Blocking kits with a missing component prevents half-built kits stalling the bench.

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