Welcome

Welcome to Realtime training. Depending on your role at Intelligent Door Solutions, you will have been allocated relevant sections to work through. These sections are planned to be worked through in order, so you won't be able to skip a section, you must read and confirm that you understand before moving to the next area.

Once you have completed all of your training you will receive an email confirming this.

Start now by watching this short video

How to access UAT

IT will provide you with UAT log in details once you have these follow the steps below to access UAT. UAT is where training is completed and is a copy of the live system. 

IT contact number, if required, is 0114 276 4855.

1.

Login to the remote desktop

2.

Select the RDP -UAT System icon from your desktop – if not on desktop call IT for assistance

3.

Enter your password and select OK this will have been given to you prior to your first training session. If you cannot recall this or it has expired call IT and ask for support

4.

UAT new window opens, this is bright orange, select the Rtis icon

5.

New log in window opens, enter your username, IT will provide you with your password, select your site

6.

Click OK

7.

UAT Opens

How to navigate around Realtime

Below will help with navigation around Rtis / Real time

1.

Version – it is very useful to know what version of Realtime you are using

Image 1 when first logging in

Image 2 always on show

When asked what version you have it is the last 3 digits that are important

2.

Collapse menu – this is good practice helps to easily navigate to other menus

3.

Menu- throughout the training instructions will always start with which menu to open

4.

Tabs – will be introduced to you as they are used

5.

- three little Dots

Clicking on these will open a new window with more detail

6.

Spy Glass – select the spy glass to see keys documents attached to the contact

  • POD
  • Despatch Note
  • Customer Purchase order
  • Customer Invoice
7.

Save – Regularly in Realtime

8.

Refresh – this tab is available on many screens and key when working in one screen for a long period of time

9.

Excel Export – where this tab is available data can be exported to excel

10.

Sign out – signing out correctly is important this ensure all updates are applied

How to Continue to Communication

  • This is a reminder that once Rtis/Realtime replaces Bistrack it is essential that verbal and other ways you communicated whilst using Bistrack that these CONTINUE

  • Rtis/Realtime is a new computer system to support Intelligent doors keeping all process and the journey of a customers order all in one place here is a link to the Welcome to Realtime v1.7

  • Rtis/Realtime does NOT replace communication that currently takes place unless instructed otherwise

  • Throughout the individual Process documents reminders are included about which departments may be affected by certain actions, below is an example of how valuable communication is to ensure a seamless process for the business ensuring the customer receives their order on time

    Communication is key in our business – don’t forget to TALK and share information with teams that are affected by changes that are made


Example - Customer requests a date change – Depending on the status of the order the below departments all need to be communicated BEFORE changes are agreed and made.

  • Purchasing

  • Planning

  • Production

  • Despatch /Transport

Help and Support

1.

email support@nationaltimbergroup.comWhen you have a question/request for support/ in need of help

2.

In the subject field of the email state the function you are requesting help with and the call off no/invoice no/dispatch no/PO No your question relates to.

3.

In the body of the email explain what help is needed, a screen shot would be useful.

4.

State when you need to complete the task you are asking about, this will help prioritises the request.

Useful contacts

Here are a list of useful contacts.

Realtime/Rtis Support – help – questions – rtissupport@nationaltimbergroup.com

Technical & Compliance Questions: - tec help desk on Mondays.com

First instance contact is David Hallam – david.hallam@inteldoors.co.uk

If DH not available, contact Joanne Hardy- joanne.hardy@inteldoors.co.uk

Need a product code creating - contact purchasing or an onsite superuser by emailing  purchasing@inteldoors.co.uk

Set up a new customer – forms are completed by BDM sent Credit control when approved link the account in Realtime

Set up a new supplier – form supplier agreement – contact purchasing@inteldoors.co.uk or  via the help desk on Mondays .com

Customer over credit limit – Email credit control – Add here your credit controller email and telephone number

CC Name Telephone Number

Email address

Issues accessing remote desktop - IT Help Desk - 0114 276 4855 or email support@nationaltimbergroup.com

Access to Process steps/Training documents – any issue with accessing documents email rtissupport@nationaltimbergroup.com

Estimating

How to use the spreadsheet validation checker

How to Use the spread sheet Validation checker

This is a great function within Rtis, here the customers spreadsheet with their specification on can be checked prior to being imported into the quote.

1.

From the estimating menu select Spreadsheet validation checker.

2.

This opens new window start by selecting the Open tab this opens local files to locate the spreadsheet for validating;

Other tabs used in this process are as follows

Save –

Validate Date –

Validate Doorsets

Process -


3.

Choose from the local files the customers spreadsheet for validation.

4.

The spreadsheet is now imported select the Validate data tab.

5.

Example here shows the validate data tab has gone RED this means there are errors within the data that need to be corrected before proceeding.

6.

Check the whole spreadsheet for RED highlighted errors.

7.

Select the Validate Doorset tab when this is RED it is due to errors within the doorset

8.

Select the comments in the highlighted cell this will reveal the error and what needs to be checked continue to check the whole sheet for these comments and fix before proceeding.

9.

If process is selected at this time this pop up message appears, as the errors have NOT be corrected do not proceed with importing as it will not be easy to identify the 26 ( example here) that still need to be imported later, select NO fix the errors then re-run the validation tabs.

How to use the Quote List

1.

From the estimating menu select quote list

2.

This view allows to be able to see the status of quotes by selecting lists tab the quotes can be sorted into

Live Quotes – all quotes still open

All Orders – means Quotes

All Lost – Shows all quotes with a status of lost

All Regrets – Business decision to abstain from quoting

All Quotes – Shows all regardless of status

3.

Column details This information is pulled from the actual quote if information is missing this is due to the information not inputted

Quote No - Unique number given to quote as it is raised

Revision – version if the quote is revised

Customer – Customer name

Tittle - Name of quote/project

Received Date – Date quote request received

Customer Return Date – date customer requires the quote returned

Actual Return Date – Date actually returned to customer

Estimator – Name of estimator who created quote/quoted prices

Project status - Choices are - buying-Lost -Order- Secured- Tender

Door/Doorsets - Choices are – Door kits – Doors only – Doorsets- Frames only

Total Price - Value of quote

Num Doors – Actual number of doors

Num Frames – Actual number of frames

Num Scr – Actual number of screens

ASP – Average selling price

Margin – Margin percentage made on the quote

Probability – Choices are 0% - 30%- 50% - 70%- 90%

Follow up – Date when quote will be followed up

Contact – Person to contact

Contact Phone - Contact telephone number

Contact Mobile – Contacts mobile Number

Contact email – Contacts email address

Project scope – Comments added here by estimator

Quote Folder – Option to upload folders by selecting pick a folder -currently not used as all information in Mondays.com SharePoint

Intel Site – Shows site where the quote was raised

4.

To search and view a quote enter the quote number in the quote no column field search for the quote and select the … to open the quote.

How to convert a quote to a contract

When a quote has been secured (won), it is then converted to and order the below steps are to be followed to complete this process.

1.

Search for and open the quote which is to be converted to an order by selecting the estimating menu and select quote list.

2.

Update the project status from the dropdown arrow and select Secured.

3.

Select the convert to order tab

4.

New window opens which is the converted quote to a contract the contact has been given the next unique system generate contract number.

How to raise a quote

1.

From the estimating menu select the quote list

2.

New window opens select the drop-down arrow from the add tab

3.

Select the convert to order tab

4.

New window opens which is the converted quote to a contract the contact has been given the next unique system generate contract number

Contract Management

How to link a customers account

  • When a new customer is set up accounts/credit control will email to say the account is now ready for use and is to be LINKED
  • Follow the below steps to link the account, this will then allow contracts and calls off`s to be entered into Rtis
1.

Take a note of the customer’s account number provided by accounts

2.

Open contract management menu and select customer list

Search in the account code field to see if the number has NOT already been used (if the account code has already been used report this by emailing rtissupport@nationaltimbergroup.com ) check step 3 before proceeding to step 4

3.

Search for customer this is to ensure the account code as NOT got two entries

(If there are two entries for the customer report this by emailing rtissupport@nationaltimbergroup.com )

4.

Click in the line of the customer and select the edit tab

5.

This opens a new window

6.

In the account code field enter the account code provided by Accounts

7.

Save and exit

8.

Reopen the customers account by clicking on the line and select edit

9.

Allow ten minutes for this to activate this is due to a time delay between Rtis and NAV. – the refresh tab may need to be selected for the account to show as LINKED

How to convert a quote to a contract

When a quote has been secured (won), it is then converted to and order the below steps are to be followed to complete this process.

1.

Search for and open the quote which is to be converted to an order by selecting the estimating menu and select quote list.

2.

Update the project status from the dropdown arrow and select Secured.

3.

Select the convert to order tab

4.

New window opens which is the converted quote to a contract the contact has been given the next unique system generate contract number.

How to set up a new contract

When setting up a new contract ensure you have all the handover documents to hand and saved in the appropriate network area

1.

From the contract management menu select call off list- and select your site

If selecting ALL SITES– a new pop up will appear asking which site, do you want to create the new contract in see image 1 (A and B)

2.

Select the drop-down arrow next to add and select the type of contract

  • Architectural
  • Housetype/plots
3.

New window will open a contract number will be auto generated

4.

Enter the project name

5.

Complete these fields

  1. Contract man is the scheduler
  1. BDM/Estimator enter their name or the salesperson name
  1. CoC Scheme select the correct scheme
  1. Intel Site select your site ( this may be auto populated , it is best practice to check)
6.

Select the Customer Orders tab – this is where the customers purchase order is added

  • Cust order No enter the purchase order number
  • Date received - this is the date Intelligent doors received the order
  • Select the + which opens in the shared network area
  • Search for the purchase order and attach
  • Select the … and view the purchase order
  • Add any relevant comments
  • Enter the value of the purchase order
7.

Site details – enter the site name and full address including postcode –

  • Call required – select the correct option as per the handover document
  • Forklift on site – select as per the handover document
  • Vehicle – select from the drop down as per the handover document
  • FORS – select as per the handover document
  • Restriction time – enter these in the free text box as per the handover document
8.

Delivery instruction – add here any detailed instruction as per the handover document

9.

Site contact – complete adding all contracts on the handover document

  • Select the + to add a contact
  • Role
  • Name
  • Telephone number
  • Mobile
  • Email address
  • Main – select this against who is the site main contact
10.

Customer on stop- this is a warning from credit control there are different levels of credit see image

11.

To find out who the credit controller is follow these steps

  1. From contract management menu select customer list
  1. Search for customer
  1. View the credit controller in the credit controller column

The credit controller will need the following information

  • Call off Number
  • Copy of Purchase Order
  • Value of Purchase order
12.

Supporting Files- here additional files can be added follow this link to the training documents 05.How To - Save and Add documents to the supporting files tab v1.docx

  1. Click on the supporting files tab
  1. This opens the view to see already added files
  1. Opens document
  1. Here is where you knew files

How to add a note to doorset spec

In Rtis/Realtime

Menu selected Contract Management ……………Topic from within Menu…Call off List….

Notes are added to communicate additional instruction to different departments, particularly special instructions for the production team as an example when using the below products, production will need a note adding. ** It is good practice to add all notes when first setting the contract up the same as is completed for ironmongery

  • Heavy duty roller catches
  • Flushbolts
  • Sliding Doors
  • Special Cuts
1.

Search for Call off

2.

New window opens

3.

Select Contract set up tab

4.

Select Notes and extra tab

5.

Add a note

6.

Contract note Number Field add a number 1

7.

In the Description field enter topic here

8.

Notes – add the exact detail request

9.

Visibility select from drop down Who you want to see this

10.

Save

11.

Click back in description field, this generates a reference no

12.

Back to House type Management

13.

In doorsets notes field

14.

Select +

15.

Brings line up

16.

Select from drop down note entered

17.

Save

How to set up Ironmongery

Follow the below process steps to set up all ironmongery requirements for the contract

The handover document will detail all the ironmongery requirements

If unsure of standards, please refer to the Mondays.com board for information https://national-timber-group.monday.com/boards/762495528

1.

From within the contract select contract set up tab

2.

Select the ironmongery tab

3.

Select the category of ironmongery to be used on the contract

4.

This will open a search window search here for the ironmongery listed on the handover document

5.

Search in the search window, various ways to search, ideally the handover document will give the stock code

6.

Click in the line of the product required

7.

Select the add selected items button

8.

The selected ironmongery is now pulled through to the ironmongery section

9.

Work through the headings from left to right selecting what the customer has requested as per the handover document

10.

Ensure the correct position is added for items that require this

  • Positioning for a Lock – the standard position used is the centre line of the spindle
11.

Save and exit

How to save and add documents to the supporting files tab

  • Here are the steps of how to add documents to the supporting files tab within a contract
  • Note *** it is essential that the documents attached to a contract are first saved in Sharepoint/Mondays.com otherwise no one else will be able to see the documents Lisa Dodds will confirm which documents are save in either SharePoint/Mondays lisa.dodds@inteldoors.co.uk
  • Saving documents steps 1-2
  • Attaching documents to the supporting files tab steps 3-10
1.

Scan the paperwork to yourself

2.

Save in Sharepoint/Mondays.com

3.

Select call off list from the contract management menu

4.

Search for call off

5.

On the contracts set up page select the supporting files tab

6.

This expands the section, select the + from the bottom

7.

This opens access to your folders

8.

Search for your saved document which you have saved in either SharePoint or Mondays.com

9.

Double click on the document you wish to attach

10.

Add a description in the description field

  • Example if attaching emails/customer comms – add brief description i.e.; “customer call off list “
  • For production paperwork “ Production Paperwork “

How to create a call of using Architectural Selection

Open the contract the call off is to be created in

1.

Ensure the call off summary tab is selected

2.

Select create call off tab complete the following columns

3.

Call off is generated make a note of the call off number

4.

Change Spec Status to in process

5.

Change Manufacture site to your site/site goods to be manufactured

6.

Add description that is unique to this call off adding your initials in brackets e.g., (TT)

7.

Select the correct CoC for the call off (this will be FSC/PEFC/Non certified) all except Grangemouth as no accreditation

8.

Enter the lead times by selecting the correct date in the Production week column Individual site will have different lead times these will be agreed, and rules set up in Rtis to reflect these

9.

Change the admin Status to Processing

10.

Select in the Cust. Order No column select the correct PO from the drop down arrow

11.

Enter the value of any carriage charge

12.

If this calls off has a requested alternative delivery address complete this field refer to the full process steps in this link 46-How to Add an Alternative Address v1.1.docx

13.

Only select the FOC button if you are authorised by management that this call off is FOC

Save

Add the doorset/door/frame requirements

14.

Select the Schedule views tab

15.

Select the Add new DS tab

Door set Specification window now opens ready to input the specification required by customer – complete all relevant fields starting at the top

16.

Doorset selector section here select either doorset or door/frame and enter the pricing details from the handover document

17.

General Specification – complete all fields as per the handover document

18.

Doorset Notes This is where you can add your already set up notes into the doorset. This link is to the process document How to add a note to doorset spec v1.docx

Door leaves Specificationsupply type is to be selected first

19.

Bespoke = Is a special Door manufactured in Thornaby

20.

Product Range = Catalogue door from supplier i.e., Vicaima /Premdor

  • Service option – are standard options that supplier offers

Select the next to service options to make selections here

21.

Bought in Bespoke = is a way to buy from a third party (only to be used in exception when Inteldoors cannot fulfil the requirements)

22.

Apertures – glazing

23.

Frame Specification – In this section the intumescent strip information is displayed changes to colours are made here

24.

Frame Comps and Arch Comps tabs – check correct entries pulled through amend any requirements as per the handover document – select the spy glass to view a sketch of the profiles see image 7

25.

Ironmongery – here selection is made from the earlier set up of the ironmongery.

A reminder of how to set this up follow this link How to set up Ironmongery.docx

26.

Additional ironmongery can be added by selecting the add iron item/add iron pack

A select add iron item

B select the to add

27.

By selecting the drawing, image you can view an image of the doorset which shows the hinge and vision panel positions

28.

The Valid warning at the top of the doorset starts off as Red and it should turn to green upon completion of the doorset, if still red select the warning this will open a new window

29.

This new window will detail what is causing the warning to still be red, these needs investigating and resolving before proceeding

30.

Once the valid/invalid warning is green, select the view material requirements tab this will go dark grey whilst Rtis checks all requirements, this can take a few minutes as the systems is checking the doorset.

31.

When complete a new window opens any unspecified items will be highlighted in yellow, these need to be addressed before proceeding

Assign to a call off

32.

Select contract details tab

33.

Select call off assigner new window opens

34.

Select the doors/frames to be assigned by ticking the box in column select door select frame

35.

Choose the call off to be assigned to

36.

Items to be assigned will be highlighted in red in the tab check this is correct and select to assign to call off

37.

This will now turn green showing the call off number and appear in the lower window

38.

Close window takes you back to contract details

How to produce schedule to send to the customer

39.

Select the drop-down arrow from the selected call offs

40.

A. Ensure that you only Select the call off required for the customer (NOT unassigned)

B. Select ok

Window closes

41.

a. Check the selected call off is correct

b. Select print,

c. select the correct required schedule dependant on what is on the call off this will generate the schedule ready to send to customer

42.

a. select load template

b. select create schedule

c. select Save as Excel this document and tidy up before sending to the customer for approval

43.

Once the customer has confirmed the schedule is correct proceed to updating the purchasing status, reviewing the paperwork and committing the call off

44.

From the call off line Select the in the purchasing status, new window opens  

a. click on the select all tab,   

b. then select the regenerate selected tab,  

c. message appears are you sure you want to recreate the purchase requirements click OK

d. message will appear update completed Select OK

45.

From the call off line

  1. select the printer icon
  1. select Sales Doorset checking list (intel) from the pre-sets drop down
  1. select print reports
  1. paperwork PDF appears, view this here checking what you have entered is all appearing correctly

How to commit

46.

Ensure you have clicked in the correct call off, Change spec status to complete in the call off line

47.

Select FSC update this will check all the material requirements this can take a few minutes

48.

If the commit tab is NOT active hover over it and the reason it is not active shows these can be

  • Customer over credit limit
  • FSC
  • Unspecified items if unspecified items follow the below to locate where in the call off these items are

a. Select schedule view

b. Ensure viewing the required call off

c. Select Select visible tab

d. Select Mat Reqs tab this now runs a check to locate where the unspecified items are

e. Pop up window confirms it has found errors these are highlighted in red


Open the doorset and correct the errors identified

50.

Call off line is now a darker grey and no further changes can be made commit tab changes to being greyed out

51.

Now release the paperwork for printing by clicking in the revision No column and release paperwork

52.

Admin status change to released to purchasing

53.

Spec status change to complete

54.

Save

The production paperwork will be printed and given back to Scheduler for a final check before handing over to production for manufacture

How to create a call off using Housetype selection

Before starting a call off checking and preparing the handover documents will save time, this ensures you have the relevant information to enter Rtis. Below are a few contact suggestions for missing information

If you have any doubt about information or products, please DO NOT guess ask for help

Creating a call off

Open the contract the call off is to be created in

1.

Ensure the call off summary tab is selected

2.

Select create call off tab complete the following columns

3.

Call off is generated make a note of the call off number

4.

Change Spec Status to in process

5.

Change Manufacture site to your site/site goods to be manufactured

6.

Add description that is unique to this call off adding your initials in brackets e.g., (TT)

7.

Select the correct COC for the call off (this will be FSC/PEFC for all except Grangemouth as no certification in place now)

8.

Enter the lead times by selecting the correct date in the Production week column

Individual site will have different lead times these will be agreed, and rules set up in Rtis to reflect these

9.

Change the admin Status to Processing

10.

Select in the Cust. Order No column the correct PO

11.

Enter the value of any carriage charge

12.

If this calls off has a requested alternative delivery address complete this field refer to the full process steps in this link 46-How to Add an Alternative Address v1.1.docx

13.

Only select the FOC button if you are authorised by management that this call off is FOC

Save

Add the doorset/door /frame requirements

14.

Select House type management tab

Select add a house type this generates a blank house type

  1. Replace (new house type) with the actual house type name
  1. Replace (new plot) with plot number /name
  1. As/opp this is reference the handing the first plot is known as the AS ( as the drawings) subsequent plots are to be selected as per customers’ requirements for the plot select here from the customers drawings
  1. Call off column will be populated once this plot is assigned to a call off
  1. Desp. Column give the despatch status of the call off
15.

Select the Add new DS tab

Door set Specification window now opens ready to input the specification required by customer – complete all relevant fields starting at the top

16.

Doorset selector section here select either doorset or door/frame and enter the pricing details from the handover document

17.

General Specification – complete all fields as per the handover document

18.

Doorset Notes This is where you can add your already set up notes into the doorset. This link is to the process document How to add a note to doorset spec v1.docx

19.

Bespoke = Is a special Door manufactured in Thornaby

20.

Product Range = Catalogue door from supplier i.e., Vicaima /Premdor

  • Service option – are standard options that supplier offers
20.

Select the next to service options to make selections here

21.

Bought in Bespoke = is a way to buy from a third party (only to be used in exception when Inteldoors cannot fulfil the requirements)

22.

Apertures – glazing

23.

Frame Specification – In this section the intumescent strip information is displayed changes to colours are made here

24.

Frame Comps and Arch Comps tabs – check correct entries pulled through amend any requirements as per the handover document

25.

Ironmongery – here selection is made from the earlier set up of the ironmongery.

A reminder of how to set this up follow this link How to set up Ironmongery.docx

26.

Additional ironmongery can be added by selecting the add iron item/add iron pack

A select add iron item

B select the to add

27.

By selecting the spy glass and the drawing, images can be viewed of what the doorset will look like

28.

The Valid warning at the top of the doorset starts off as Red and it should turn to green upon completion of the doorset, if still red select the warning this will open a new window

29.

This new window will detail what is causing the warning to still be red, these needs investigating and resolving before proceeding

30.

Once the valid/invalid warning is green, select the view material requirements tab this will go dark grey whilst Rtis checks all requirements, this can take a few minutes as the systems checks the call off

31.

When complete a new window opens any unspecified items will be highlighted in yellow, these need to be addressed before proceeding

Once the first doorset has been created house type management has several features these features, and tabs are explained below

32.
  1. Add House Type – select this to add a housetype
  1. Duplicate HT – by selecting this tab the house type will duplicate
  1. Duplicate HT from order – this will duplicate a house type from a different call off see steps 33-39
  1. Delete HT – this will delete the selected House Type
  1. Add Plot – adds plots to the selected house type
  1. Delete a plot- this will delete the plot selected
  1. Add new doorset - by selecting this tab a new doorset will be added
  1. Duplicate a door set – when this tab is selected it will duplicate the doorset
  1. Delete a doorset -if required

Duplicate HT from order

33.

Note the contract number and call off number to be duplicated

34.

Select the duplicate HT from order tab

35.

From the contract No field select the drop-down arrow

36.

This opens new window - search here for the contact and select open

37.

This then populates all the call offs into the scree

38.

Locate the call off required and click on the select grey button

39.

This then add this housetype to your current contract

Assign to a call off

40.

Select contract details tab

41.

Select call off assigner new window opens

42.

Select the doors/frames to be assigned by ticking the box in column select door select frame

43.

Choose the call off to be assigned to

44.

Items to be assigned will be highlighted in red in the tab check this is correct and select to assign to call off

45.

This will now turn green showing the call off number and appear in the lower window

46.

Close window takes you back to contract details

How to produce schedule to send to the customer

47.

Select the drop-down arrow from the selected call offs

48.

A. Select the call off

B. Select ok

Window closes

49.
  1. Check the selected call off is correct
  1. Select print,
  1. select the correct required schedule dependant on what is on the call off this will generate the schedule ready to send to customer
50.
  1. select load template
  1. select create schedule
  1. select Save as Excel this document and tidy up before sending to the customer for approval
51.

Once the customer has confirmed the schedule is correct proceed to committing the call off

How to commit

52.

Change spec status to complete in the call offline

53.

Select FSC update this will check all the material requirements this can take a few minutes

54.

The commit button will now be active select this it will go dark grey whilst it processes to committed. Message appears to confirm committed

55.

Call offline is now a darker grey and no further changes can be made commit tab changes to being greyed out

56.

Select the in the purchasing status, new window opens

57.

Click on the

  1. click on the select all tab,
  1. then select the regenerate selected tab,
  1. message appears are you sure you want to recreate the purchase requirements click OK
  1. message will appear update completed
  1. select ok
58.

Now release the paperwork for printing by clicking in the revision No column and release paperwork

59.

Admin status change to released to purchasing

60.

Spec status change to complete

61.

Save

Check and review the Sales Doorset checking list (intel) pack paperwork

62.

From the call off line

  1. select the printer icon
  1. select Sales doorset checking list (intel) from the pre-sets drop down
  1. select print reports
  1. paperwork pack appears, view this here checking what you have entered is all appearing correctly on the pack

How to correctly enter a FD30`s smoke seal to doorset spec

In Rtis/Realtime

Menu selected Contract Management ……………Topic from within Menu…Call off List – House type management - doorset

These steps from within the doorset spec window will ensure that the correct smoke seal is selected whilst entering the detail in the general spec section of the doorset

1.

Select the fire rating from the drop down arrow

2.

Select FD30s

3.

In the SMK seal box select from drop down arrow Fin

4.

Navigate to the right hand side of the window inline with the frame specification section

5.

Select frame comps

6.

Select Int Strip

7.

Change Jamb Primary in drop down to 15 x 4 Pyroplex offset flipper

8.

Go to Jamb secondary in drop down and change to 15 x 4 Pyroplex offset flipper

9.

Select head in drop down and change to 15 x 4 Pyroplex offset flipper

10.

Save

How to create a loose item

A loose item is a product that does not need manufacturing such as.

  • A door only
  • Ironmongery

This is created from the call off line by following the below steps.

Create a new call off in the normal way

1.

Navigate to the Purchase Status column and select the

2.

A new window opens Select the loose item Tab

3.

Select add stock item

4.

New window opens to search for product required

5.

Click on the line of the product required

6.

Click on the add selected items tab

7.

This populates into the main screen, Add qty of product

8.

Add the price

If more items are required repeat the above steps until all loose items have been added

9.

Select the select All tab

10.

Select the Regenerate selected tab

11.

Pop up window appears asking are you sure you want to recreate purchase requirements select OK to continue

12.

A new pop-up window appears after a few seconds saying update complete OK select ok to continue

13.

Close this window and continue to complete the call off column status and commit the order

When a call off is to be delivered direct from supplier to customer

Select the drop-down arrow in the admin status column and select Direct Dly this will be clear to purchasing – planning and transport that the supplier is delivering these goods

When the call off is free of charge for the customer

If this item is authorised as free of charge for the customer tick the FOC box this then does not affect the credit status of the call off credit control do not see a call off that has this ticked

When a call off is of high priority and requires purchasing to act upon straight away

  • In the description column enter AFTERCARE 12345(aftercare related no)
  • Once call off complete email purchasing @inteldoors.co.uk /flag to your onsite purchaser that this is urgent
  • in subject field of email write aftercare
  • in email enter call off number and request urgent attention
  • if your onsite purchaser is not available by emailing the purchasing inbox this will be pick up by a member of the wider purchasing team as a matter of priority

How to Import Doorset from template

  • Templates are used when regular repeat orders and specification for a door type are the same, this saves schedulers time allowing call off`s to be processed more efficiently.
  • This feature is for Architectural orders as the copy feature in housetype is the same principle
1.

Search for and open the contract that the template is to be imported into

2.

Select the Scheduler view

3.

Select the Import doorset templates tab

4.

This opens a new window which lists all the templates Search for the template required and click on select and click done

5.

This imports the template into the contract

6.

Select the to open and make any changes that are required

  • Door type field will need to be changed as per customers instructions

How to Globally make changes

Global changes allow changes to be made to the whole contract without having to open and amend every doorset. Follow the below steps to complete this process, the example used in this document is to change the ironmongery, the principle is the same when making other global changes

*** care must be taken here as changes here will change every doorset***

1.

Open the contract that global changes are to be made to

2.

Select the call off

3.

Select schedule view from in here select what is to be globally changed

4.

Locate the column header for Hinge QTY and type

5.

Select the filter feature from within the header column, this details what is available to change

6.

Select the ones that are to be changed by selecting the tick box on the left and select close

7.

Select the select visible tab

8.

View Qty selected in bottom left-hand corner of screen; this is important to check

9.

Select contract set up tab

10.

Select specification set up

11.

Select multiple updates which opens new window - here is where the qty`s in step 8 should match - continue to make the global changes

  • Global changes can only be made in areas detailed in this screen
12.

Select the drop-down arrow in the Hinge field and select the hinge required for the change

13.

Select the tick next to the hinge selected

14.

Pop up box appears asking confirmation that the changes are to be made select yes to continue

15.

This made take a few minutes to update – update message will appear when complete select OK

16.

Go back to schedule view and check the changes have been made

  • In step 5 the filter was selected to what was to be changes
  • Remove this filter which will reveal the changes made
  • Using the de – select all tab and show all tab will reveal all

Areas to double check

  1. Remove the filter or de select all and show all
  1. Check hinge column has changed
  1. Check QTY`s correct

How to Create a Proforma Invoice

Proforma payments are taken from customer who do not have a credit account, below are the process steps that are required to create this type of order

Create the call off in the usual way, after assigning products to the call off continue with steps 1 to 15

1.

From the contract details window select the Proforma Payments tab

2.

Select the + symbol

3.

Select the in the in the proforma window cell this generates the next proforma sequential number

4.

In the description field enter the call off number

5.

In the date issued field enter the date you are processing this and asking for payment

6.

In the total value field enter the value of the call off

7.

In the File field select the document icon

8.

This opens a new window showing detail of all the product on the proforma, search for the call off you have just added

9.

Select the product required for this proforma

10.

Then select the preview tab this will open a preview of the proforma invoice

11.

Check the Preview

  • Correct product
  • Qty
  • Price
  • Customer details
12.

Close the preview this now populates the invoice in the proforma payments section (steps 13)

13.

Select the spy glass document this will open the actual PDF this is then saved in project folder ready to send to the customer

What to email to customer?

  • PDF of proforma invoice
  • State clearly on email asking customer to notify scheduler once they have made a payment
14.

When the customer confirms payment has been made contact Tom Smith in credit control will confirm this has been paid and release the order for scheduler to proceed

15.

Proceed to committing the order and updating the statuses in the call off

How To - Un assign a call from a batch to re assign on to another Batch

1.

From within the contract select call offs

2.

Ensure the call off is selected on the left-hand side of the screen

3.

Select visible to unassign tab and select the correct selected based upon what is on the call off

  • Doorset
  • Doors
  • frames
4.

Select unassign from Batch

5.

Save

How to add screens to an Architectural call off

  • Screens are added by trained and experienced schedulers Joanne Hardy has a list of authorised schedulers to complete this process to find an authorised scheduler please contact joanne.hardy@inteldoors.co.uk

In preparation for following the video create call off as normal, from within the doorset specification once the frame specification has been entered , select the convert to screen and follow video

How to Un commit a call off

Only authorised persons can uncommit a call off. Before un committing a call off it is important to check the admin status

  • if the status is at issued to purchasing, purchasing need to be communicated before any changes are made to the call off
  • Status is at Issued to the factory - it is essential that the paperwork is retrieved, and that factory and purchasing are communicated with before any changes are made

How to view the Admin status of a call off

1.

Select Contract management menu expand the call off lists

2.

Select your site

3.

Select status view

4.

Search for call off

5.

View admin status

How to Un commit a call off

6.

Select the to open the call off

7.

Select the call off ***note here the…

  • Revision status column this as a number which states how many times there has been revisions made to the call off
  • Un Commit is greyed out which means until the paperwork has been recalled the option to Un Commit is not possible
8.

Click in the revision column

9.

Select recall paperwork

10.

Select the active uncommit tab

Note ***

  • The revision No column no longer has a number in the field
  • The Un Commit tab is now active
11.

Call off now is Un Committed

How to Suspend a Call Off

Call off and contracts cannot be deleted in Rtis. The steps below show how.

  • A call off can be suspended
  • How a contract can be cancelled

Suspend a call off

1.

Search for the call off that is to be suspended

2.

In the admin status column select from the drop-down arrow the suspended option - image 1 (a)

3.

Select Save

How to cancel a contract

A contact can ONLY have a status of cancelled if ALL the call off`s are all suspended

4.

From the status select the drop-down arrow and select cancelled - image 1 (b)

5.

Select Save and exit

How to add an Alternative address

Before changing the address, it is essential that the status of the call off is checked the below steps cover all status

Admin status at issued to purchasing covering Direct deliveries

1.

Unless this is a direct delivery changing the delivery address does not affect purchasing

2.

If this call off is a direct delivery, speak to purchasing before any changes are made to the call off

3.

If purchasing has not placed the purchase order to the supplier proceed to steps 10-16

Admin status at issued to factory

Recall and replace the transport sheet that has been issued to the factory

4.

Communicate with factory to let them know that the delivery address is being changed and to destroy the current transport sheet in the production pack

5.

Communicate with team that print the production paperwork to let them know the below.

5.1- Changes are being made to the delivery address

5.2- Once you have changed the address, inform team who print paperwork that the NEW transport sheets are ready to be reprinted and taken immediately to the factory

6.

Once step 5.1 is complete proceed to change the delivery address by following steps 10-16

Despatched but NOT delivered or invoiced

Recall and replace the despatch Note and transport labels

7.
  1. Communicate with transport to let them know that the delivery address is being changed and to return the current despatch note
  2. Communicate with the factory to let them know that the call off will need its transport label changing due to an address change
  3. Communicate with the team that creates the despatch note that the address change is to happen
  4. Once you have changed the address, inform team who print paperwork and who create the despatch note that the NEW documents are ready to be reprinted and taken immediately to Transport and factory
8.

Once the above communication has taken place proceed with making the address changes by following steps 10-16

Invoiced status

9.

Once a call off has been invoiced a delivery address CANNOT be changed if the goods are to be returned and re delivered follow the returns process

How to change a delivery address

10.

Search for and select the call off

11.

In the alternative address column select the three little dots …

12.

A new window opens to add an alternative address, tick the box use alternative address

13.

Complete the address fields

14.

In the delivery notes field include details of who requested the change and who made the amendments

Close the window by selecting the X

15.

Check the alternative address column this should now be RED and read site New Address, save and exit the call off

16.

Inform Paperwork/despatch/factory/transport teams that the address is now changed in the call off and that the relevant new paperwork can be printed and used straight away ensure all old paperwork is collected and disposed off

Order Type what paperwork to print -Grangemouth Process

Type of order

What paperwork to print

Loose Items can Include …

  • Base blocks only
  • Ironmongery
  • Intumescent
  • Architraves
  • Doors only
  • Frames only

Show as loose items which is only seen on Drop in sheet

Architraves

Architrave cutting list

Door Only

Select House Type ( doors only)

Frames Only

Select House type (Frames only)

Doorset

Select House Type ( Doorsets)

How To - Print production paperwork using doorset printer button

Menu selected…contract management………Topic from within Menu……call off list

1.

Search for call off and open selecting the before proceeding to check at call offline at the very far left for the total number of doors, this will enable you to print the correct number of pallet labels – make a note of the numbers

2.

Select call off tab

3.

Ensure call offline is high lighted

4.

Before printing check for Loose items select the Loose items Tab (see screen shot 1 below)

5.

If there are loose items these will be shown here – ensure when printing that the drop in sheet is printed as this is the only place in the paperwork where these are seen

6.

Select the printer icon next to Doorset this is far right – note we never use door

7.

New window opens

8.

Ensure issue button is selected this will ensure paperwork does not have draft copy on

9.

Select from drop down arrow doorset house type for doorset this is right at the bottom of the selection

10.

If doors only select doorpack housetypes

If frames only select frame pack housetypes

11.

When a call off is for ironmongery only or loose items – ensure that the Drop in sheet is printed this ensures production see all requirements

12.

The paperwork selections are now auto populated deselect labels if selected

  • Labels must be printed separate from the selection on the right-hand side of screen
13.

Ensure House type Drop-in sheet is selected and always printed. Loose items are always on the last page of the Drop in sheet

14.

Select issue from the print mode

15.

Select print reports tab this generates the paperwork – select the correct printer and ensure the printer only prints single sided and print and close window

16.

Print the house type labels separately from the right-hand side of the screen by clicking on the + button this generates the labels

17.

Select the correct printer - select two copies for door sets – select tray 2 from the printer source area

18.

Prepare the pack for production in the following order

  • Front address sheet ensures that there is enough for each pallet and only one plot per sheet
  • Door pick list
  • Door machining list
  • Drop in sheet
  • Misc pick sheets
  • Door labels

In a sperate clear pocket

  • Frame machining
  • Architrave
  • Frame labels
  • Paperwork handover sheet
  • Loading sheet

Place paperwork in clear envelope red for a screamer white any other with a label with the date and day on

19.

Pass to sales support person to check – then hand to Planning (SW)

How to View credit status and get an order released by credit control

In Rtis/Realtime and Manual via email

Menu selected Contract Management ……………Topic from within Menu…Customer List….

The below steps will show you what the credit status of customer is and who the credit controller is these septs are used when entering a new contract if the first page of the contract set up has a credit red warning follow the below steps before proceeding with sending Material schedules that the BDM send to the customer

  • Step A - is view credit status and who is the credit controller
  • Step B - is the manual process for content on the email to credit controller

How to view credit status and who is the credit controller

1.

Select contract management menu

2.

Select customer list

3.

In customer field search for customer

4.

View account status column

(This shows the status of the account)

5.

View sales rep column

(Shows who the BDM is)

6.

View credit controller column

(This details who the credit controller is)

manual process and content on the email to credit controller

1.

Email credit controller

2.

Copy in BDM

3.

In subject matter type the following:

  • Customer name
  • Contract number
  • Call off number/s
4.

In the body of the email include the below:

  • Call off dates
  • Ask for order to be released
5.

Set a reminder flag for 48 hours after sending email to chase:

  • Select follow up flag from top tool bar of email
  • Select add reminder
  • Select a date to be remaindered 48 hours away
  • Adjust the time by selecting a time from the drop-down arrow
  • Click OK

C - View call off on credit hold and export to excel

1.

From the contract management menu select call off lists and select your branch

2.

Filter the due date column to this month

3.

Filter the C/C Status to show all on credit hold

4.

Select the export tab

5.

New window appears select export to excel ( report style) this export can now be manipulated to what data you wish to send to credit controller to get released for despatch

How to use Internal Invoicing Box Grangemouth ONLY

The internal Invoicing tick box is a way to flag to accounts whether the customer receives an invoice from Thornbridge sawmills or Arnold laver.

  • Box ticked means that the purchase order the customer has supplied is made out to Thornbridge Sawmill
  • Box unticked means the purchase order is made out to Arnold Laver

It is extremely important that great care is taken when creating contracts and receiving purchases orders. there CANNOT be a mixture of Thornbridge purchase orders and Arnold Laver purchase orders on one contract.

If a customer has started to issue all new purchase orders made out to Arnold Laver a new contract must be set up and the internal box NOT ticked

1.

NEW CONTRACT

Check who the purchase order is made out to Thornbridge sawmills or Arnold Laver

2.

If Thornbridge sawmill, ensure the internal invoice box is ticked

3.

If Arnold Laver DONOT tick the internal invoice box

4.

EXISTING CUSTOMER

Check if the internal invoice box is ticked or not

5.

If ticked any new call offs must have Thornbridge sawmill purchases orders

  • If the new PO is made out to Arnold Laver, then a NEW Contract must be set up ensuring the internal invoice box is NOT TICKED
6.

If the internal invoice box is NOT TICKED, then the call off must have PO `s made out to Arnold Laver

Contract Delivery

How to View delivery dates in Transport

  • This view shows exact status transport are at with a call off
  • Communicate in the normal way with transport should clarification is required, or the customer is requesting changes to be made
1.

Select despatch /Invoicing from the menu

2.

Open Transport management folder and select your branch

3.

Filter the due date

4.

Locate your call off on the left-hand side of the screen

5.

The right-hand side of the screen will show the exact status as per colour coding

a. Blue = New – customer has not yet been contacted to book in for delivery

b. Yellow = Provisional – customer has been contacted by contract delivery and has confirmed they are ready to accept delivery as per the week commencing date – Transport has not yet agreed what day this will be delivered

c. Purple = Transport has planned to delivery on this day however the customer has not yet confirmed they can accept delivery on this day

d. Green = Transport has checked in with customer and they have confirmed to receive delivery on this day

e. Grey = Delivery has been despatched in Rtis

How to view status of call off and production tracking

Follow the below steps to search for delivery dates.

Also check with Purchasing, Planning and Transport to see if any dates are likely to change

Status view of a call off

1.

Select the contract management menu and select call off list selecting your site

2.

New window opens and select the Status view tab

3.

Search for the call off you are looking for

4.

The call off full status are viewable here the due date column is the date the goods are due for delivery this is a week commencing date, speak to transport for actual delivery day 



a.

Admin status – show where the call off is

OTHER Status explained

Purchase Status -

Green = all goods received and complete

Amber = being processed

Material Status - Green = materials received Amber =Po placed Red= Material overdue

b.

Material Picked – Green = all Products picked - Amber = Products part picked ( this will mean there will be goods to follow) - White –not picked yet

c.

Production Complete – This information comes from the scanners in the factory, if your site uses scanning then this field will be relevant Green = All picked

d.

Despatch Status

e.

Invoice Status

f.

Bristrack Ref – This is for Grangemouth use onlythis show the Bistrack No the customer has been invoiced on

g.

C/C Status

h.

Production completion=

i.

Scheduled despatched = when transport schedule calls off for despatching this updates this status

  • None – transport have not planned anything
  • New = this is a new call off and no communication has taken place yet with the customer
  • Provisional = customer has been contacted by contract delivery and has confirmed they are ready to accept delivery as per the week commencing date – Transport has not yet agreed what day this will be delivered
  • Scheduled despatch = Transport has planned to delivery on this day however the customer has not yet confirmed they can accept delivery on this day 
  • Confirmed= Transport has checked in with customer and they have confirmed to receive delivery on this day 

j.

Scheduled despatched date = this will be populated with the date transport has scheduled

k.

Despatched status = this when the call off has been despatch in Rtis

  • None = nothing despatched in Rtis
  • Part= the call off has been part despatched in Rtis this means that there will be a balance /goods to follow
  • All= all goods have been despatched in Rtis
l.

Invoice status= shows status if invoiced or not

  • None= not invoiced
  • Part= only part invoiced
  • All=all goods on call off invoiced
m.

C/C Status= credit control status

  • Blank= no credit control hold
  • Allow purchasing = will only allow the call off to be progress as far as purchasing
  • Allow manufacturing = will only allow the call off to progress as far as production
  • Full Stop= the call off will not be allowed to commit
  • Released = this means the call off was previously on credit hold and this call off has been

Manu.Site= this shows the site where the call off is to be manufactured

Doorset Production tracking – view progress through production

1.

Select Doorset production from the menu and select your branch

2.

This opens new window search for the call off you are wanting to track

3.

Colour codes used as the material makes its way around the scanning workstations

4.

  • These columns will populate as the material progresses through production.
  • Any grey areas are where the production process is not required for this call off

How to Update Transport - Automated email confirmation

Contract delivery will contact customers four weeks before delivery due date to confirm the customer is still requiring this call off on this week commencing date.

Once this contact has been made transport is to be updated by the contract deliver team by completing the below process.

1.

Select despatch/invoicing from the menu

2.

Open transport management and select your branch

3.

Filter by customer due date locate call off

4.

Double click in the new blue cell on the right (image 1 a.)

5.

New window opens

6.

select from the drop-down arrow TBC

7.

When the customer has confirmed they are happy to take delivery the week commencing date tick the for del confirmed by customer box

8.

Select the Email site provisional button email opens check and select send

9.

Close window and save

10.

Screen returns to transport view and the call off has turned yellow as shown here. Transport now know they can proceed with planning which day and vehicle this call off will be delivered on and make the final contact with the customer confirming this

View schedule of call off approved by customer

This process is completed by the schedulers and saved in SharePoint/Mondays board, there may be a need to view this when dealing with customer queries. This is what the customer will have approved prior to the call off being committed and sent for goods to be purchased /allocated ready for production

The below steps here will generate the schedule, schedulers will manipulate this export to a more customer friendly view, therefore it is always best to view the one saved in SharePoint that the customer had signed off/approved

How to produce schedule to send to the customer

39.

Select the drop-down arrow from the selected call offs

40.

A. Ensure that you only Select the call off required for the customer (NOT unassigned)

B. Select ok

Window closes

41.

a. Check the selected call off is correct

b. Select print,

c. select the correct required schedule dependant on what is on the call off this will generate the schedule ready to send to customer

42.

a. select load template

b. select create schedule

c. select Save as Excel this document and tidy up before sending to the customer for approval

How to View credit status and get an order released by credit control

In Rtis/Realtime and Manual via email

Menu selected Contract Management ……………Topic from within Menu…Customer List….

The below steps will show you what the credit status of customer is and who the credit controller is these septs are used when entering a new contract if the first page of the contract set up has a credit red warning follow the below steps before proceeding with sending Material schedules that the BDM send to the customer

  • Step A - is view credit status and who is the credit controller
  • Step B - is the manual process for content on the email to credit controller

How to view credit status and who is the credit controller

1.

Select contract management menu

2.

Select customer list

3.

In customer field search for customer

4.

View account status column

(This shows the status of the account)

5.

View sales rep column

(Shows who the BDM is)

6.

View credit controller column

(This details who the credit controller is)

manual process and content on the email to credit controller

1.

Email credit controller

2.

Copy in BDM

3.

In subject matter type the following:

  • Customer name
  • Contract number
  • Call off number/s
4.

In the body of the email include the below:

  • Call off dates
  • Ask for order to be released
5.

Set a reminder flag for 48 hours after sending email to chase:

  • Select follow up flag from top tool bar of email
  • Select add reminder
  • Select a date to be remaindered 48 hours away
  • Adjust the time by selecting a time from the drop-down arrow
  • Click OK

C - View call off on credit hold and export to excel

1.

From the contract management menu select call off lists and select your branch

2.

Filter the due date column to this month

3.

Filter the C/C Status to show all on credit hold

4.

Select the export tab

5.

New window appears select export to excel ( report style) this export can now be manipulated to what data you wish to send to credit controller to get released for despatch

How to add an Alternative address

Before changing the address, it is essential that the status of the call off is checked the below steps cover all status

Admin status at issued to purchasing covering Direct deliveries

1.

Unless this is a direct delivery changing the delivery address does not affect purchasing

2.

If this call off is a direct delivery, speak to purchasing before any changes are made to the call off

3.

If purchasing has not placed the purchase order to the supplier proceed to steps 10-16

Admin status at issued to factory

Recall and replace the transport sheet that has been issued to the factory

4.

Communicate with factory to let them know that the delivery address is being changed and to destroy the current transport sheet in the production pack

5.

Communicate with team that print the production paperwork to let them know the below.

5.1- Changes are being made to the delivery address

5.2- Once you have changed the address, inform team who print paperwork that the NEW transport sheets are ready to be reprinted and taken immediately to the factory

6.

Once step 5.1 is complete proceed to change the delivery address by following steps 10-16

Despatched but NOT delivered or invoiced

Recall and replace the despatch Note and transport labels

7.
  1. Communicate with transport to let them know that the delivery address is being changed and to return the current despatch note
  2. Communicate with the factory to let them know that the call off will need its transport label changing due to an address change
  3. Communicate with the team that creates the despatch note that the address change is to happen
  4. Once you have changed the address, inform team who print paperwork and who create the despatch note that the NEW documents are ready to be reprinted and taken immediately to Transport and factory
8.

Once the above communication has taken place proceed with making the address changes by following steps 10-16

Invoiced status

9.

Once a call off has been invoiced a delivery address CANNOT be changed if the goods are to be returned and re delivered follow the returns process

How to change a delivery address

10.

Search for and select the call off

11.

In the alternative address column select the three little dots …

12.

A new window opens to add an alternative address, tick the box use alternative address

13.

Complete the address fields

14.

In the delivery notes field include details of who requested the change and who made the amendments

Close the window by selecting the X

15.

Check the alternative address column this should now be RED and read site New Address, save and exit the call off

16.

Inform Paperwork/despatch/factory/transport teams that the address is now changed in the call off and that the relevant new paperwork can be printed and used straight away ensure all old paperwork is collected and disposed off

How to View Audit log

This process is available to authorised users only. Contact joanne.hardy@inteldoors.co.uk to gain access to this process within Rtis.

1.

Select system admin from the menu

2.

Select Admin log report

3.

Select the date range required

4.

Select load data tab this opens new window

5.

Log date column shows dare and time of recorded action

6.

Change detail column - gives detail of process and related document call off PO number etc.

7.

Admin function – detail of actual process

8.

Object Name – detail i.e., GRN call off

9.

Username – user details

How to raise a customer credit against an invoice - Grangemouth Process only

Customer credits must first be authorised by site manager and relevant paperwork completed before being processed by authorised user

Bradford process is in the contract delivery menu section

1.

open Despatch and invoicing menu

2.

select Invoicing list

3.

Search for the invoice the credit is to be raised against and select the row by clicking in the line

4.

Select the edit tab

5.

Select the create Credit note tab

6.

Select CRT; NEW tab

7.

Select the three little dots this generates credit note No

8.

Enter date in credit note field

9.

Select pick invoice items

10.

Select the item/s that is to be credited by clicking on the item and a tick will appear

11.

Select add selected

12.

This now displays the selected items to be credited

13.

Select the + to add a manual credit – here add a description and reason for the credit also include the invoice number


This shows manual entry

14.

Add value of the credit

15.

Select post tab to post this credit move this to after viewing credit note

16.

The credit note is available here select the three little dots to view and check the credit note

17.

Notes can be added here click in the box and add notes

18.

Export to Nav is the final step

19.

All created credit notes appear in RED in the invoice list

How to create a loose item

A loose item is a product that does not need manufacturing such as.

  • A door only
  • Ironmongery

This is created from the call off line by following the below steps.

Create a new call off in the normal way

1.

Navigate to the Purchase Status column and select the

2.

A new window opens Select the loose item Tab

3.

Select add stock item

4.

New window opens to search for product required

5.

Click on the line of the product required

6.

Click on the add selected items tab

7.

This populates into the main screen, Add qty of product

8.

Add the price

If more items are required repeat the above steps until all loose items have been added

9.

Select the select All tab

10.

Select the Regenerate selected tab

11.

Pop up window appears asking are you sure you want to recreate purchase requirements select OK to continue

12.

A new pop-up window appears after a few seconds saying update complete OK select ok to continue

13.

Close this window and continue to complete the call off column status and commit the order

When a call off is to be delivered direct from supplier to customer

Select the drop-down arrow in the admin status column and select Direct Dly this will be clear to purchasing – planning and transport that the supplier is delivering these goods

When the call off is free of charge for the customer

If this item is authorised as free of charge for the customer tick the FOC box this then does not affect the credit status of the call off credit control do not see a call off that has this ticked

When a call off is of high priority and requires purchasing to act upon straight away

  • In the description column enter AFTERCARE 12345(aftercare related no)
  • Once call off complete email purchasing @inteldoors.co.uk /flag to your onsite purchaser that this is urgent
  • in subject field of email write aftercare
  • in email enter call off number and request urgent attention
  • if your onsite purchaser is not available by emailing the purchasing inbox this will be pick up by a member of the wider purchasing team as a matter of priority

How to raise a Purchase order for a Serviced item

For any queries email purchasing@inteldoors.co.uk  for help and advice

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How to process returned stock

  • Before this process is completed in Rtis authorisation by branch Manager/Director must be obtained and this form must be completed 05b.How to Process Returned Stock - Credit-Note-Form_Ver1_Dev3.pdf
  • Credit notes are NOT to be issued until the stock has been returned and inspected
  • Having access to the original invoice is needed to complete this process

Stock returned needs to be reworked

1.

Issue credit note - completed by authorised branch person link to training document 06.How To - Raise a Customer Credit against an Invoice.docx

2.

Raise a new call off, this allows the goods to be re delivered. To be completed by authorised person

usually scheduler link here to training document 10.How to Create a Loose item v1.docx taking note of steps 3-6 below

3.

In the description of the call off enter “re delivery of call off 1234” (this is the original call off number)

4.

Add misc. item

5.

Copy the description from the invoice for each item

6.

Take the price from the invoice

Stock items Returned

1.

Raise a credit for the customer – to completed by authorised branch person link to training document 06.How To - Raise a Customer Credit against an Invoice.docx

2.

Complete stock adjustment to be completed by authorised person this is usually a purchasing process link here to the training document 06.How To - Complete a stock adjustment v1.docx

How to process returned stock - credit form

The Credit note form to be completed

1.

Sample of form

How To - Customer returns manual process - Bradford

This is the manual steps that are required to take place for a customer return. Departments involved are.

  • Contract delivery
  • Stock control
  • purchasing
  • Transport
  • Goods in
  • Management approvals
1.

Customer request return

2.

Contract Delivery

  1. Complete credit note form and send to Ben M link to form here 05b.How to Process Returned Stock - Credit-Note-Form_Ver1_Dev3.pdf
  1. Print off a copy of POD highlight what is to be returned and send to Ben McCreath
3.

Stock Control BM Complete collection note 05d. Customer Collection manual note - Bradford v1.xlsx

4.

Stock Control BM -approves return and requests contract delivery to raise a call off for the return this is so transport can see and plan for the return

5.

Contract Delivery raise a call off as a loose items see process steps 10.How to Create a Loose item v1.docx

Misc. item stating collection of call off 1234 include detail of doors/frames and Qty`s

6.

Stock Control BM Hand 2 copies of collection note to transport one copy is for customer one to be returned with the goods

7.

Transport arranges with customer a collection date

8.

Driver collects return gets customer to sign paperwork

9.

Goods In KH Goods arrive in Bradford checked upon arrival

10.

Goods In KH Paperwork handed back to stock control

11.

Stock control BM consult with Contract Delivery/ Production

if goods are to be reworked /back to stock

12.

Management Approval required from BM GO JN MI to choose below option

  1. Stock control to complete any stock adjustments for items being returned to stock
  2. Purchasing to raise new codes for items to be reworked
  3. Disposal of goods are damaged beyond use
13.

Contract Delivery if applicable Issue customer with authorised credit note

14.

Stock Control Scan and save the collection note to the supporting files in Rtis on the contract adding the below as a description

  • Customer return call off 1234 original call off 5678

Customer Collection manual - Bradford

Example of Collection form

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Planning

How to view and Understand Planning Management information v2.4

There are several features in this planning management view which can be customised and useful

  • Columns can be dragged and dropped to a different location
  • Columns can be removed by left clicking, holding and dropping above the column header
  • An excel export is available by selecting the excel export tab
1.

To view planning management from the Planning menu, select the Planning Management folder and branch

Image 1 continued view of the columns

2.

This opens the planning management view each column`s detail is explained below

  • Call off Prod Batch – this is the call off number first 4 digits followed by the batch number – no batch number means the call off has not been committed and cannot be planned
  • No Batches – states the No of batches for the call off
  • Bal – is short for Balances if all items on the call off have not been despatched a tick appears in the box and is highted in yellow
  • Customer – customers name
  • Site – site name
  • Call off Description – details of the call off i.e., plot No`s
  • Planner Status – this is a custom column and the codes and colours ae unique to the site – speak to site planner for a list of what these mean
  • Planning comments – this is a free text box and is used by the planner and other agreed departments speak to site planner for how this is used and any break down of codes used

  • Cont.Man – this is short for Contract Manager; this is the initials of the contract manager who set up the contract
  • Spec Status – this will state either.

complete – which means the customer has signed of the specification

None – means awaiting customer sign off, communicate with the contract manager to find how why this is not complete

  • To Purchasing Deadline – this column will flag up any issues with purchasing, dates appear when stock has been ordered to fulfil the order and needs to arrive on a certain date to complete the order on time
  • Admin Status - there are several statuses which are driven by processes completed at the call off level which reflect in here these are

Issued to purchasing – Contract manager has issued the call off to purchasing and the call off is committed

Processing – Contract manager is currently processing the call off and has NOT been committed

Direct Dly – Purchasing have marked this as a direct delivery which means the supplier will deliver direct to the customer

Issued to Factory – The printed paperwork has been issued to the factory ready to start production

Provisional – this is the default setting that all call off`s start at

Sent for approval – Contract manager has sent off to customer a copy of their specification for them to approve this has NOT been committed

  • Doorset Start week – this date is the date when the work is planned for
  • Proposed production week – this should be blank unless the authorised planner changes this date
  • Completion week – date here is the week the call off is to be completed
  • Proposed completion week - this should be blank unless the authorised planner changes this date
  • For Deliver WC – date here is the week commencing when the call off is to be delivered – for exact delivery date speak with planner/transport
  • Scheduled Delivery - this should be blank unless the authorised planner changes this date
  • Cust, Req, Date – date here is when the customer wants the goods delivering
  • Forecast invoice date – this column must always have a date if there is no date the planner will need to rectify these otherwise goods cannot be despatched
  • Forecast invoice month – details the month the customer will be invoice
  • Prod. Status – choices here are all/part/none – this is driven by scanning if no scanning has been completed this will remain blank
  • O/S Value – value of the call off
  • PD – this column shows the QTY of doors to be manufactured
  • PF - this column shows the QTY of frames to be manufactured
  • PGO – Production Glass opening
  • Screens - this column shows the QTY of screens to be manufactured
  • Manual Qty – this is only to be used as a forecast tool, before it is scheduled, this will be updated by the scheduler

Continued view of columns

3.

This view is set out by the site to show what is being manufactured on a particular day

a. Each day

b. No Call offs

c. Total value for the day

d. Qty of doors/frames/screens planned for manufacture

4.

This view shows all call offs NOT planned; planner will communicate with contract manager/purchasing to resolve reasons why these are not ready to be planned

a. 01/01/01 - means not planned

b. Bal – These are balances still to follow

c. Planner Status – needs attention from planner/contract manager/purchasing

d. Comments – many needs addressing so planning can proceed

e. Spec status - many need addressing so planning can proceed

f. Many columns with no data - many need addressing so planning can proceed

g. Dates - means not planned

How to - Move a call off and replan

Below are the process steps and images of how to move a call off in planning management

1.

Open planning management from the planning main menu

2.

Locate the call off you wish to move

3.

Select copy Completion-> Proposed tab

4.

Click OK

5.

In the proposed production week and proposed completion week columns select the date you wish to change to

6.

Select copy proposed->completion tab

7.

Click OK

8.

New window appears untick send email tick and exit

9.

Your call off will now have moved to your selected date

How to use Batch Planning

Not currently used by the business contact rtissupport@nationaltimbergroup.com for an update on this

How to view doorset production tracking

This view displays exactly where in the production process a call off is

Doorset Production tracking – view progress through production

1.

Select Doorset production from the menu and select your branch

2.

This opens new window search for the call off you are wanting to track

3.

Colour codes used as the material makes its way around the scanning workstations

4.
  • These columns will populate as the material progresses through production.
  • Any grey areas are where the production process is not required for this call off

How to update forecast invoice date

  • When despatching if the below message appears the forecast invoice date must be updated in planning prior to proceeding with the despatch
  • Communicate with planning or follow the below steps to update the forecast date

No Despatches can be created without a Forecast invoice date

1.

Select the planning menu

2.

Select planning management and your branch

3.

Search for the call off

4.

In the forecast invoice date select the date the same as delivery date

5.

This as updated the forecast invoice date and forecast invoice month columns.

HOW TO - Print paperwork from desktop home screen

Your Rtis open screen desktop will be set to Paperwork home screen if you regular print paperwork if you need your home screen setting to this contact rtissupport@nationaltimbergroup.com

1.

From the home screen

2.

search for the call off you wish to print

3.

Click on the call offline and the printer icon will appear

4.

New window opens ensure the issue button is selected

5.

Choose from the pre-set dropdown what is to be printed this will be pre agreed when Rtis is set up, if unsure speak with your line manager

6.

Select the print reports tab once the paperwork has appeared

7.

To print individual sheets, follow the below steps

New window opens ensure the issue button is selected

8.

Select the individual paperwork you require by putting a 1 in the qty to print column

9.

Select the print reports tab once the paperwork has appeared

Procurement

How to create a PO for managed stock

In Rtis

Steps 1 – 23 how to raise and send a PO

Steps 24 to 32 how to amend a PO

1.

from the procurement menu select managed stock item console Grangemouth

2.

New window opens select create new PO

3.

PO category field select from drop down arrow - MDF

4.

From stock category field dop down select - frame components

5.

Search for and select supplier

6.

Select the managed stock item tab

7.

Select category (architrave)

8.

Select the load tab

9.

This then loads all the managed stock you can now select what you want to order

10.

In the to process qty Colum enter the qty required

11.

Select the process to open purchase order tab

12.

Return to the PO by selecting the purchase order tab with generated PO number

13.

Check the correct items have pulled through

14.

Select update unit and pricing tab

15.

Check and amend the unit

16.

Check and amend prices ensure correct price is entered

17.

Select sub date the date you raise the PO

18.

To populate the required date field, select the PO Call off tab from the right-hand side

19.

Date sent select from the drop down the day PO sent to supplier

20.

Sent box tick this to confirm PO sent to supplier

21.

Select the Print tab and select from the drop down external

22.

This generates the PO as the email function in Rtis is currently not active save the PO in a folder (you may already have a folder you keep PO in if not please create one)

23.

Open outlook and attach the saved PO and send to the supplier

How to amend/edit an open PO one that has not been booked in

24.

From the procurement menu select purchase orders Grangemouth

25.

Search for the PO you want to edit

26.

Click on the PO line

27.

Select the edit tab

28.

PO now opens

29.

Select the product line you wish to edit by clicking on the + icon on the left hand side of the line (see image below)

30.

This opens the line-up, here you can amend the qty price etc

31.

If the whole line is no longer need select the line and press delete on the key board

32.

Once all amendments are made save and reprint ensure if you have already issued a PO that the amended PO is sent to the supplier

How to Raise a PO for non managed stock

In Rtis

Menu selected → Procurement → Topic from within Menu → Purchase Summary

1.

Filter the Manu. Site to Grangemouth

2.

Enter call off number in the call off search box

3.

Working from left to right select each of the Timber fields and review requirements

4.

Double click in each field

5.

This opens new window

6.

View this window if no stock to view in here tick the box in the top right-hand corner next to Not Req

7.

Status auto populates to Not Required

8.

Select save and exit

9.

Window now closed and returns to purchase summary

10.

When a field selected has stock requirements purchaser then reviews the stock and decides if this item is from stock or is to be purchased, if from stock select all from stock if to be purchased select not from stock

11.

All timber will be ordered from the mill the selection here is not from stock

12.

update the status to PO placed this is selected from the drop down

13.

Comments can be added into the comments box which is a free text box

14.

Save and exit making a note of the call off number

15.

Window closes and returns to purchase summary

16.

When a goods needs to be order select MRP console Grangemouth from procurement menu

17.

This opens a new window

18.

Select Timber from drop down next to material group

19.

Select create new PO take note of the number

20.

Select the category from the dropdown arrow i.e., hardwood

21.

Select supplier from drop down this opens new window

22.

Search for Thornbridge sawmill click on the

23.

Select the material requirements tab

24.

Select pick call off tab

25.

New window opens search for call off and select

26.

This pulls through the material requirements

27.

View the requirements

28.

If all are required select the set all Bal qty to order

29.

Select process to PO tab

30.

Click OK

31.

Select the PO with the number you made note of in step 20

32.

Select sub date this is the date PO created

33.

In the delivery address/call off box select the call off tab enter the date the timber is required, this populated the req date filed

34.

Tick the fax sent box this confirms PO /cutting list issued to the mill

35.

Select the instructions/notes tab to add any comments required to communicate to the mill these will show on the PO only not the cutting list

36.

Select the mill requirements tab

37.

This opens new window select print frame cutting this then generates the cutting list

38.

Select the printer icon select the correct printer and print

39.

A pink and yellow copy of the cutting lists is also required using coloured paper already in stock print these copies ready to take to the mill

40.

Select the print tab this generates the PO this can either be emailed to the mill or printed and taken across to the mill office when the cutting list goes over

41.

Save and exit

42.

When you return to the purchase summary and click in a different field your field will be updated with PO number and turn orange until the goods arrive and have been booked in

How to GRN and save delivery note

  • How to GRN goods received steps 1 to 9
  • How to scan and attach the delivery note to the Purchase order follow step 10
1.

From the stock control menu select PO deliveries Grangemouth

2.

Select the drop-down arrow next to add and select add GRN

3.

New window opens search in the PO Number field for the PO related to goods received and click on the word select

4.

Pop up appears and asks if you want to create a new delivery for PO call off select Yes to continue

5.

Select raise GRN (in red on the far-right hand side)

6.

In the qty to process column enter the qty received and select process and save

7.

Take a note of the GRN number and write this on the delivery note

8.

Select the correct status from the drop-down arrow in PO Status

  • If all goods arrived select closed
  • Choose different status to reflect correct situation with the goods
9.

Select the correct status from the dop down arrow next to Del status

Select complete if this completes the PO

  • Select other status that reflects the state of the goods if not complete
10.

Save and Exit

How to save and attach delivery note to PO

11.

Scan deliveries note and save in the W Drive >Supplier Delivery Notes >Pending folder with the following naming convention 

  • PO Number _GRN Number example here GH045742_102394

Rtis runs a programme every 10 minutes and this will auto save the Delivery note to the purchase order

File the hard copy of the delivery note away

How to Set minimum Stock Quantity Level

How to set the minimum stock levels

1.

From the stock control menu

2.

open stock item admin and select the category you wish to set minimum stock levels in

3.

Select the product code to set the stock levels

4.

Select Edit this activates the section where you can add the minimum stock levels

5.

Set the quantity in the min stock field

6.

Select save

How to view the set minimum levels

7.

From the procurement menu

8.

Select Managed stock item console

9.

Select category

10.

View minimum stock levels in the min stock QTY column

How to check Stock levels

How to view stock levels

1.

Select stock control menu

2.

Select stock item info

3.

In the balance Qty column click on the = symbol select less than

4.

enter zero

5.

This now filters all stock that is in a negative allowing you to see what needs to be ordered

How to View a PO and the Mill Cutting List- Grangemouth process only

In Rtis

Menu selected → Procurement → Topic from within Menu → Purchase Orders Grangemouth

1.

Select Procurement menu

2.

Select Purchase Orders Grangemouth

3.

In the PO field enter PO number to search for PO

4.

Click on the PO line

5.

Select the Edit tab

6.

PO opens

7.

Select the Mill requirements Tab

8.

Opens new window

9.

Select print frame cutting list

10.

Opens cutting list, here you can see the call off number, due date and print from here if required

How to process a supplier return

Any questions about this process please contact purchasing@inteldoors.co.uk

1.

Complete Supplier return form- follow this link for the form 04.Supplier Return Form.pdf

Ensure the following is complete.

  • PO No
  • Call off No
  • Description
  • Qty to be returned
  • Add supporting photos
2.

Email the completed form to purchasing@inteldoors.co.uk in the subject field of the email put SUPPLIER RETURN this will ensure the email is given priority

3.

Once the supplier return has been generated by purchasing an acknowledgment will be emailed back with a label as per image1

4.

Attach the label on the quarantined goods in the warehouse so everyone knows they are to be returned to the supplier and not to be used

Example of Supplier return form 

How to Handle Purchase Ledger queries

  • When purchase ledger has a query, the below list are areas in Realtime that are to be checked to support purchase ledger in resolving their query

  • Below are what to check and cross reference, Investigate and amend any discrepancies, communicate with suppliers and purchase ledger

1.

From the procurement menu select purchase order lists and select your branch

2.

Search for and open the purchase order in query

3.

View the supplier acknowledgement by selecting the and check this match what is on the purchase order

4.

Check GRN –

  1. from the stock control menu select PO Deliveries select you branch
  1. search by PO number to view GRN
5.

GRN opens

  1. View the supplier delivery note by selecting the and check this match what is on the GRN
  1. Check all Qty columns

How to use the purge button when materials doubling up

  • Here is a temporary solution for when an error in Rtis arises where the material requirements are doubling up

  • When the scheduler is creating a call off and saves, if the duplication of materials is an issue, an error message will appear stating there is a problem with material requirements duplicating

  • The scheduler can then follow the below steps to correct this

Rtis are working on a permanent solution when this is resolved an update will be circulated

1.

Search for call off and from the contract detail screen Select the call off tab

2.

Ensure correct call off is selected

3.

Select material requirements tab see image

4.

Select material requirements tab see image

5.

Select the purge button

6.

Select Material Reqs tab see image 

The material requirements are now regenerated this my take a few minutes

7.

Save and exit

How to raise a material requisition stock transfer request

This part of the process is completed by purchasing

Raise a material requisition – requesting branch

1.

From the procurement menu select MRP Console and select Bradford new window opens

2.

Select the create new Mat requestion tab

3.

In the MAT Req No field select the this generates the material requestion number

4.

Req Location select your branch from drop down Supply location select supplying branch

5.

Req Date field select the date required

6.

In the notes box enter the call off number

7.

save

8.

Select material requirements tab

9.

Select pick call off and Select call off

10.

You can now see the requirement in orange

11.

In the order column order the amount required

12.

Select process to Mat Requestion and Add to requestion this then opens new window

13.

Add unit price

14.

Select the + to generate the MRQ note

15.

Email MRQ be selecting the email tab

16.

Tick sent box

17.

close

How to and when to use Monday.com and inteldoors cost matrix - on Hold

How to create a stock code

  • Stock codes are created by authorised purchasing teams

  • Manufacturing codes and descriptions MUST be used when creating new codes, this creates a consistent naming convention to all codes created plus helps other colleagues who must identify stock from a description

  • Below is an example of a code created for Ironmongery the principle is the same for all codes created, however depending on the product different fields and information will need to be inputted, any query about unknown information or what to enter into a field in the first instance contact your designated superuser or log the request for help with rtissupport@nationaltimbergroup.com
1.

From the stock control menu select stock item admin

2.

Select the category where the code is to be created

3.

This opens new window from the dropdown arrow of the Add tab select Add Ironmongery (this will selection is an example if you selected doorbanks when the drop down is selected it would say doorblanks)

4.

Complete all fields as below in the stock item detail section in the lower half of the screen

Description – using the manufactures catalogue from the supplier

Manu Part No – enter supplier product code, copy this code

Aux code – paste code into this field

Category - ensure correct category is selected

Dims – enter part dimensions

Item type – select from drop down

Colour – enter from supplier description

Manufacture – select the supplier from the drop-down

Stock unit – select how these are sold from the drop down

Stock code

select the generate button

pop up appears displaying the code select yes to proceed

select save

saving will lock and grey out the areas that have been completed

5.

Select edit to continue

  1. Average Cost – find the cost from the price file, copy the Manu Part No and search in price file
  1. Save
6.

Complete all fields as below in the Ironmongery details section - depending on what is selected from the Item Type in step 4 different criteria needs to be completed – this section is crucial to what scheduling select and the instructions that are available and selected for the production team, all fields must be completed.

  1. Ensure that the sub item Type from the stock item section is correctly selected as these drives what is to be completed in this details section
  1. Finishselect from drop – down as per manufactures description and save

Here is a link to a short video showing an example of the importance of the detail in this section 06.How to create a stock code - Ironmongery Detail video.mp4

7.

Return to the stock item detail and complete the location and supplier tabs

  1. Select the locations tab populate the fields from drop down boxes
  1. Select supplier tab populate the fields from theand dropdown options and save

How to Create a stock code - Ironmongery Detail video

Here is a link to a short video showing an example of the importance of the detail in this section 

How to add pallets

This process is a Bradford process completed by purchasing

1.

Select Stock control menu

2.

Open pick items folder

3.

Select branch this opens new window

4.

In the prod. batch field double click/select the

5.

This opens new window search for and select call off

6.

Window is now populated with the items for picking select add stock item

7.

New window opens search in the description field for door pallet

8.

Select door pallet assembly and x out of window

9.

This adds the pallet item to the picking

10.

enter the Qty of pallets used in the QTY to process column for this call off

11.

Select process and close

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How To Confirm Goods Picked

  • Bradford Pallets are added by purchasing in Bradford this will be shown on the picking screen no action is required by the person picking the stock
  • Grangemouth pallets are added by completing steps 6-9
1.

Select Stock control menu

2.

Select Pick items your branch

3.

This opens new window

4.

In Prod Batch Field Click on to search for call off

5.

New window opens

GRangemouth Process only step 6-9

6.

Select add stock item

7.

GM ONLY Grangemouth - search for pallets enter in bar code field 115362 or in the description fields search Grangemouth doorset pallet

8.

This line is now added to the pick items enter the qty of pallets

9.

Check screen against pick sheets when inputting Qtys input the actual Qtys picked and enter and then select process

10.

Pop up window message “ the inventory for some items will be negative after the picking transaction, do you wish to continue” When this message appears select No and speak with your line manager about how you proceed

11.

Check pending Qty moved to Qty picked and close

How to GRN (receipt of delivered goods)

  • How to GRN goods received steps 1 to 9
  • How to scan and attach the delivery note to the Purchase order follow step 10
1.

From the stock control menu select PO deliveries your branch

2.

Select the drop-down arrow next to add and select add GRN

3.

New window opens search in the PO Number field for the PO related to goods received and click on the word select

4.

Pop up appears and asks if you want to create a new delivery for PO call off select Yes to continue

5.

Select raise GRN (in red on the far-right hand side)

6.

In the qty to process column enter the qty received and select process and save

7.

Take a note of the GRN number and write this on the delivery note

8.

Select the correct status from the drop-down arrow in PO Status

  • If all goods arrived select closed
  • Choose different status to reflect correct situation with the goods
9.

Select the correct status from the drop down arrow next to Del status

Select complete if this completes the PO

  • Select other status that reflects the state of the goods if not complete
10.

Save and Exit

How to save and attach delivery note to PO

11.

Scan deliveries note and save in the W Drive >Supplier Delivery Notes >Pending folder with the following naming convention 

  • PO Number _GRN Number example here GH045742_102394

Rtis runs a programme every 10 minutes and this will auto save the Delivery note to the purchase order

12.

File the hard copy of the delivery note away

Sample of processed Delivery note

Sample delivery note

How to check Stock levels

1.

Select stock control menu

2.

Select stock item info

3.

In the balance Qty column click on the = symbol select less than

4.

enter zero

5.

This now filters all stock that is in a negative allowing you to see what needs to be ordered

How to recieve a stock transfer

  • Goods in check stock process Stock transfer like any other good in and hand transfer note to Stock control
  • Stock control receive transfer and locate stock

Receive stock from Thornaby

1.

Open the stock control menu

2.

select stock item transfer notes new window opens

3.

Search for the Mat Req Number as detailed on transfer note click in the line

4.

Select edit tab new window opens

5.

Check items being received in the Qty to process column enter the qty received

6.

Select the Process received tab

7.

Close by using the X

How to process returned stock

  • Before this process is completed in Rtis authorisation by branch Manager/Director must be obtained and this form must be completed 05b.How to Process Returned Stock - Credit-Note-Form_Ver1_Dev3.pdf
  • Credit notes are NOT to be issued until the stock has been returned and inspected
  • Having access to the original invoice is needed to complete this process

Stock returned needs to be reworked

1.

Issue credit note - completed by authorised branch person link to training document 06.How To - Raise a Customer Credit against an Invoice.docx

2.

Raise a new call off, this allows the goods to be re delivered. To be completed by authorised person

usually scheduler link here to training document 10.How to Create a Loose item v1.docx taking note of steps 3-6 below

3.

In the description of the call off enter “re delivery of call off 1234” (this is the original call off number)

4.

Add misc. item

5.

Copy the description from the invoice for each item

6.

Take the price from the invoice

Stock items Returned

1.

Raise a credit for the customer – to completed by authorised branch person link to training document 06.How To - Raise a Customer Credit against an Invoice.docx

2.

Complete stock adjustment to be completed by authorised person this is usually a purchasing process link here to the training document 06.How To - Complete a stock adjustment v1.docx

Customer returns manual process - Bradford

This is the manual steps that are required to take place for a customer return. Departments involved are.

  • Contract delivery
  • Stock control
  • purchasing
  • Transport
  • Goods in
  • Management approvals
1.

Customer request return

2.

Contract Delivery

  1. Complete credit note form and send to Ben M link to form here 05b.How to Process Returned Stock - Credit-Note-Form_Ver1_Dev3.pdf

  1. Print off a copy of POD highlight what is to be returned and send to Ben McCreath
3.

Stock Control BM Complete collection note 05d. Customer Collection manual note - Bradford v1.xlsx

4.

Stock Control BM -approves return and requests contract delivery to raise a call off for the return this is so transport can see and plan for the return

5.

Contract Delivery raise a call off as a loose items see process steps 10.How to Create a Loose item v1.docx

6.

Stock Control BM Hand 2 copies of collection note to transport one copy is for customer one to be returned with the goods

7.

Transport arranges with customer a collection date

8.

Driver collects return gets customer to sign paperwork

9.

Goods In KH Goods arrive in Bradford checked upon arrival

10.

Goods In KH Paperwork handed back to stock control

11.

Stock control BM consult with Contract Delivery/ Production if goods are to be reworked /back to stock

12.

Management Approval required from BM GO JN MI to choose below option

  1. Stock control to complete any stock adjustments for items being returned to stock
  1. Purchasing to raise new codes for items to be reworked
  1. Disposal of goods are damaged beyond use
13.

Contract Delivery if applicable Issue customer with authorised credit note

14.

Stock Control Scan and save the collection note to the supporting files in Rtis on the contract adding the below as a description

  • Customer return call off 1234 original call off 5678

Customer Collection manual note

Example of Manual Collection note

Complete a stock adjustment

Before any stock adjustment is to be processed in Rtis first an investigation must take place as to why the stock needs to be adjusted

  • One way to investigate to ensure stock does need adjusting is to count the product group
  • Also, it is best practice to review the stock item in the Stock Transaction Log items this is covered in steps 1 to 6 below

Stock adjustments must be authorised by site manager and can only be processed by person who have the authorisation to do this and the correct permissions in Rtis

Stock Transaction Log items

1.

Select the Stock control menu

2.

Select Transaction reports new window opens

3.

Select date range

4.

Select the category from the category field drop down arrow

5.

Select load data tab this will open a new window

6.

Select the filter in the location column to select the location required

Select the Filter in the Trans Type column choices available here are in bold what you have permission to access examples such as:

  • ettReceipt – GRN details
  • Amendment – Adjustment made
7.

Filter by each type to see what movements have happened with the stock this will build a picture of the stock’s movements

Complete Stock Adjustment

8.

Stock item info from the stock control menu

9.

Search for stock by using one of the search fields as shown in the image

10.

Filter the location from the location column

11.

Click on the product to be adjusted

12.

Select the … in the current inventory column new window opens

13.

Select how the amendment is to be recorded

  • Re-Set Stock
14.

Enter quantity to be set adjusted to

15.

Date and time stamp is automated

16.

Add notes – add reason for the adjustment include as much information as possible add your initials so we know who has made the adjustment

17.

Select confirm

This is then manually recorded in the daily stock report which is in MS Teams

Complete a Perpetual stock check and a Full Stock Check

  • Picking and GRN`s can NOT be processed in the system when a stock count is happening
  • Despatching can take place if picking has been completed

Scenario 1 – Count is completed first thing before any picking or GRN`s take place, in this scenario the count is to be processed and date the count as today (same day)

Scenario 2 – Picking and GRN`s can take place up to the point the count is to start (NO more picking or GRN`s can be processed once the count has started) the count is processed and date the count with tomorrows date (the following day)

1.

From the Stock control menu select Stock check – Stock items new window opens

2.

Select the drop-down arrow from the Add tab select the branch required new window opens

3.

From the drop-down arrow of the category tab select the category to be counted

4.

Enter a description in the description field

5.

Select the date this will depending on which scenario you have chosen to follow from the above

6.

Select the load items tab

7.

Pop up box confirms the number of items added select OK

8.

This opens new window select the run refresh system qty tab

9.

Select run validation tab

10.

Click on the system qty column and the system Value column

11.

Scroll down to the bottom of the page, this now reveals the codes with stock

12.

Select the grid to excel opens new window save in own documents

13.

Open excel document and remove all lines not with stock to be counted on

14.

Remove the qty and values

15.

Print sheet and hand out for counting

16.

When the count sheets are returned enter QTY counted in the count QTY column

17.

Select the select not counted written in red

18.

Select Delete selected items written in red this now shows items only counted

19.

Sheets returned may need further investigation before proceeding with Manager/Director approval for large Qty/Value variances

20.

Select commit Counted Qty

21.

Pop up box appears it confirms the number of stock items select yes to continue

22.

From the value change field select the … this populates the value from the count

23.

Select the post value change tab

24.

Pop up window appears to ask for confirmation to continue to post to Nav select Yes to continue or no if something is wrong and requires investigating before posting to Nav

How to search for stock and check its bin location

1.

Select the stock control menu

2.

Select stock item info – this opens a new screen

3.

From the location column select your location

4.

Search for product

5.

View bin location in the bin location column

6.

View current stock level in the current inventory column

How to locate stock to a bin location

1.

Select stock control menu ​

a. Select Stock item admin

b. Select category this opens new window

2.

a. Search for the stock item to be located​

b. Click on the line

3.

Select edit(this is in red) this activates the lower section

4.

a. select the +

b. select branch

c. type in field bin location

d. select save in red and close

How to create a call off for Bradford Mill Ancillary items

This process is completed by stock control department upon receiving a PO from Bradford mill. this process is only used for Ancillary items for all other items please contact purchasing@inteldoors.co.uk for advise

Transport

Here is an overview of how to use Transport Management

Transport Management overview

1.

Select the despatch /invoicing menu

2.

Select the transport management folder and select your branch new window opens

3.

The left-hand side of the screen has all call offs, the columns contents explained below; these columns can be filtered

Call off – call off number

Customer – Customer name

Due – this is the due date customer has requested for deliver the due date is always week commencing

Pref Day – when a customer requests a preferred delivery date the scheduler will enter this when the call off is first created and will be visible here

No Doors- this will show the quantity of doors on the order

No Frames – this will show the number of frames on the order

CO Value OS – this is the value of the call off

Postcode – Postcode of where the call off is to be delivered – if this column does not have this information this needs reporting back to the scheduling team

County – county of where to be delivered

Transport – when the call off has been assigned to a vehicle the vehicle details will be visible

Site – this is to be filtered to your site to view all your call offs

4.

Colour coding explanations below

Grey – the call off has been despatched in Rtis

Orange/Brown – this is a IBT from Thornaby

Blue – this is a new call off not planned yet for delivery

Yellow – this means that contract delivery has contacted the customer and the customer is ready to take delivery as per the week commencing date and knows that transport will contact them soon to confirm which day of that week the delivery will be made

Purple – Transport has assigned a vehicle to the call off

Green – Transport has confirmed with the customer that the call off will be delivered on the date planned

How to create a manifest

1.

Open the despatch/Invoicing menu

2.

Select the transport management folder select your branch

3.

Filter Haulier to vehicle manifest required

4.

Select the date

5.

Click on apply this will show on all scheduled call offs for the selected vehicle*** please note a manifest can only be created once the call off has been despatched and is grey in the transport screen

6.

Select Create manifest

7.

New window appears enter reference and driver details select continue

8.

Manifest opens – visible here are all call offs on the manifest

9.

View here the call/transfer number

10.

In call off number order, the full call off is listed

How to create a loading sheet

1.

Select the despatch/Invoicing menu, Open the call offs despatch management folder and select your branch

2.

Search for call off click in the line

2.

Search for call off click in the line

3.

Select the drop-down arrow next edit and select call off despatches new window opens

4.

Select despatch manager tab new window opens

(If this tab is not active this is due to the call off being on hold with credit control)

5.

Select create despatch for right hand side new window opens

6.

Select O/S all

tab this activates in red what is to be attached to the despatch select these tabs

7.

Select the red tabs detailing what is to be assigned

8.

Select the green exit for right new window opens

9.

New window opens select the button next to loading sheet

10.

This generates the loading sheet, select the to open and view

11.

Print the loading sheet, this is handed to the loading team who will return to transport highlighting any items not loaded on to the vehicle

Driver POD - Bradford only

Intel Bradford - Interim POD Option for Delivery POD’s

1.

Delivery Process:

  • Driver- Take up to 5 photos of the delivery being unloaded on site using the camera option
  • Customer - Sign driver copy of the POD
  • Driver - Take photo of the POD (signature page, last page only, including Despatch Number)
  • Driver – Select delivery photos and a photo of the signed POD
  • Driver – Create an email using the Outlook App
  • Enter email address: delivery.pod@inteldoors.co.uk
  • Enter Subject: Call off number/Despatch (As per the POD)
  • Driver – Send email

To Note:

The driver should create and send the email at the time of delivery, this will ensure the correct time and date of delivery is contained within the email.


2.

Office Admin Process:

  • Delivery email arrives in the inbox
  • Admin Option 1
  • Admin - Attach the email to the order in RTIS
  • Admin Option 2
  • Admin – Rename the email to a specific format (Calloff_Despatch)
  • Admin – Move the email to a specific folder
  • RTIS – Automatically uploads the email to the order in RTIS

Example email received:

3.

Driver Delivery Process: (Step by step)

  • Deliver order as per the current procedure – Up to 5 photos using camera, 1 photo of the signed POD
4.

Follow steps a-d on the handheld device

5.

Follow steps e-h on the handheld device

6.

Follow steps i-l on the handheld device

7.

Follow steps m-n on the handheld device

8.

Logging in using MFA: (Step by step)

Follow the process below when the Multi Factor Authentications requests, requires username and password

Follow steps a-d on handheld device

9.

Follow steps e-f on handheld device

10.

Example photos and POD:

Non Conformance

Non conformance help sheet

Non-conformance's are part of our Quality Management System ISO9001 and we as a company need to be aware of problems, we must document, determine, identify, and verify root causes and corrective actions—Identify all applicable causes that could explain why the problem occurred. All causes shall be verified or proved, not determined by fuzzy brainstorming. We can use 5 Whys and cause and effect diagrams to map causes against the effect or problem identified. Implement the corrective action and finally action the preventative action to prevent recurrence of a problem, By analysing and evaluating Non-conformances we can monitor and hopefully see improvements, which helps everyone in time and money and keeps customers happy.

Select the download button to download and view the helpsheet

How to Raise and complete a Nonconformance

Non-conformace’s are part of our Quality Management System ISO9001 and we as a company need to be aware of problems, we must document, determine, identify, and verify root causes and corrective actions—Identify all applicable causes that could explain why the problem occurred. All causes shall be verified or proved.

We can use 5 Whys and cause and effect diagrams to map causes against the effect or problem identified. Implement the corrective action and finally action the preventative action to prevent recurrence of a problem, By analysing and evaluating Non-conformances we can monitor and hopefully see impovements, which helps everyone in time and money and keeps customers happy. 

Implement the corrective action and finally action the preventative action to prevent recurrence of a problem, By analysing and evaluating Non-conformances we can monitor and hopefully see impovements, which helps everyone in time and money and keeps customers happy.

1.

From the non-conformance menu expand the list of non-conformances folder and select YOUR SITE

2.

This opens a new window from the top row of tabs select the drop-down arrow from the add tab

3.

Select add Non-conformance

(There is an option here to select add complaint this is not currently used by the business)

N/C Basic Info section

4.

New window opens this is the non-conformance screen each field is to be completed

N/C Number – this will generate when the document is completed and saved

Raised by – select from the drop-down box the person who identified the nonconformance

Select Fault origin – if unsure select the T.B.C

Supervisors select the supervisor of the person who has raised the nonconformance

Where identified – select from the drop-down arrow where this was identified

Raised Date- select the date this NC was raised

Call Off No - Select the next to the call off No field this will open a new search window Search for and select the call off related to this nonconformance this will pull through the call off number and the customers details

Issue Field – select from he drops down what the issue is

Fault Process – select from the drop down what the fault process is

PO No/ Supplier - this is for purchasing use ONLY

Details – this is a free text box type in here details of what has happened

Action Type – select what action is required, if unsure select TBC

Rew.Proc – not currently used

Replace Mats – this field will automatically be ticked if rework or remake is previously selected

Images

5.

Add image here images can be added by selecting the + this will open the folders on the PC where images have previously been saved, select the image to be added

Title filed – will be populated by the name of the image uploaded

File name – this will also be auto populated

Notes - free text box for notes

Materials reordering section

6.

If new materials are required select the box Materials required, purchasing will complete the rest of this section

7.

Save and exit the NR number will now be generated

Details/Responses section to be completed by the supervisor

8.

Department - select from the drop down

Operator – select from the drop down

Cont Man Acks - tick will appear in this box when the contract manager/scheduler for this Contract acknowledges the non-con on their home screen and communicates with the customer that we may have a problem and the delivery could be delayed. (This will stay on the home screen until the non con is finalised and signed off by the Quality Manager.

Supervisor Inspection Req’d

This will be ticked by purchasing if the material is on a longer delivery and the planner will replan and contact manager/scheduler to let the customer know.

Date – select date of the supervisor’s inspection

Replan – to be ticked if this requires replanning

Ack`d – to be acknowledged by planner that re planning has taken place

Findings

Determine, identify, and verify root causes —Identify all applicable causes that could explain why the problem occurred. Also identify why the problem was not noticed at the time it occurred. All causes shall be verified or proved, not determined by fuzzy brainstorming. One can use 5 Whys and cause and effect diagrams to map causes against the effect or problem identified.

Costs section

9.

Material Cost - Purchasing department to complete.

10.

Reject Cost -Purchasing department to complete.

11.

Admin Mins - The amount of time to investigate this problem.

12.

Factory Mins - The amount of time to remake or repair the problem.

Preventative Actions

13.

Prevention Code - Select from dropdown box, please bear in mind that we need to provide evidence of the corrective action, for example if training this needs to be documented and available for inspection if requested.

14.

Description free text box to be completed Define and implement the best corrective actions. Take preventive measures—Modify the management systems, operation systems, practices, and procedures to prevent recurrence of this and all similar problems. Action taken to avoid re-occurrence (Root cause to be analysed and evaluated)

15.

Finalised By – Select from the drop down the person that is happy with the findings/root cause and preventative actions to stop the problem happening again.

Quality Manager sign off

Quality Manager Reviewed - Review will be ticked and dated once this document is completed, by the quality manager. If findings and preventative actions are not deemed as true. Any queries will be discussed with the team and management

Non conformance - Damaged manual sheet - completed by operator on shop floor

Example of manual sheet used on the shopfloor - your site may have a different sheet provided this is approved by your stock control team or manager then continue to use the one already in use

Example of manual shopfloor sheet

Despatch

How to Despatch when items missing and are to follow - Grangemouth

1.

After creating the despatch

2.

Select the select O/S tab

3.

In the view below deselect the doors /items to follow be removing the tick in the doors or frame columns

4.

Check that the doors/stock has reduced by the number to follow as shown in screen shot 2

5.

Select in red the tabs that say assign xx sets 2 frames to Dxxx

Also select if there are loose items to process these too will be in RED assign xxx to D xxxx

6.

Check the items that are to follow are NOT highlighted in green

7.

Select the green exit button with the tick, this will return you to the shipping screen

8.

select the undespatched items tab to view the items to follow

9.

Select the despatch tab to continue with the shipping

10.

Select add shipment

11.

Select the date the goods will be delivered

12.

Select the haulier

13.

Add in the pallet qty field the number of pallets used

14.

In the notes field enter qty of items to follow

15.

Select the + add to shipment

16.

Ensure and check that everything from the 2 ship columns turn green except anything to follow

17.

Select the next to the create shipment

18.

This creates the despatch note select the print shipment note tab

19.

View despatch note

20.

Check the despatch not to ensure the to follow items and the summary info is correct

21.

Print the despatch note make a pink copy adding pallet sheet and take to transport

How to Despatch

Follow the below steps to Despatch a call off

1.

open the despatch and invoicing menu Select call off despatch management – select your branch

2.

Search for call off Click on the call off line

3.

Select the drop-down arrow from the edit tab Select Call off despatches - this opens a new window

4.

Select Despatch manager tab - this opens a new window - If despatch manager is greyed out this will be because the customer’s account is on credit hold - please speak to the sales support team member/Contract Delivery/Scheduler and ask have they requested credit control to release for delivery. 

Contact Contract delivery or credit control to release the order

5.

Select Create despatch - far right of screen

6.

Click on the select all o/s tab

7.

select items in red

8.

Select the Green exit button far right near create despatch

9.

Select Add shipment

  • Enter delivery date
  • Select haulier by searching in the drop-down arrow
  • Select Vehicle this despatch will be loaded on to
  • If mill transport delivering search and select – mill, select this
  • If customer collecting search and select - for collection
  • If site is delivering via a member of staff - search and select the member of staff name

If the goods are to be delivered direct by the supplier write in the notes box DELIVERED BY SUPPLIER

10.

Select + add remaining to shipment – here you will see the line go green that are added to the shipment

11.

Select the + create shipment - this field now populates

12.

Select the print shipment note tab – shipment PDF is now generated and opens,Check this ensuring all goods are clearly despatched

13.

Select the printer icon

  • Print 2 copies – one copy to be left with the customer
  • Second copy is POD write this top right – this is signed by customer and returned this is our POD

Goods delivered direct by supplier do NOT need printing

14.

Check the last page of the despatch note for any special instructions

and act upon these, this maybe calling the customer/checking

15.

Both copies of despatch notes are given to the driver - one to be left with the customer

  • the other to be signed by customer and returned to Transport this copy is POD

How to update forecast invoice date

  • When despatching if the below message appears the forecast invoice date must be updated in planning prior to proceeding with the despatch
  • Communicate with planning or follow the below steps to update the forecast date

“No Despatches can be created without a Forecast invoice date”

1.

Select the planning menu

2.

Select planning management and your branch

3.

Search for the call off

4.

In the forecast invoice date select the date the same as delivery date

5.

This as updated the forecast invoice date and forecast invoice month columns.

How to Despatch when goods to follow - Bradford only

  • In Bradford a loading sheet is created before despatch takes place

  • Once a loading sheet has been created, marking goods as to follow requires the goods to be first be taken off the despatch and start the process again
1.

How to remove the Goods off the despatch


Search for call off click on line and select edit ( not using the drop down arrow )

2.

Select despatch manager this opens despatch assigner

3.

From within the Doorsets on despatch D1234 – lower half of the screen from the select tab drop down arrow select doors and frames this activates in red the un-assign tab select this, repeat the same for the loose items this takes the items all off the despatch

Now proceed with the despatching with goods to follow

4.

Select the select O/S tab

5.

In the view below deselect the doors /items to follow be removing the tick in the doors or frame columns

6.

Check that the doors/stock has reduced by the number to follow as shown in screen

7.

Select in red the tabs that say assign xx sets 2 frames to Dxxx

Also select if there are loose items to process these too will be in RED assign xxx to D xxxx

8.

Check the items that are to follow are NOT highlighted in green

9.

Select the green exit button with the tick, this will return you to the shipping screen

10.

select the undespatched items tab to view the items to follow

11.

Select the despatch tab to continue with the shipping

12.

Select add shipment

13.

Select the date the goods will be delivered

14.

Select the haulier

15.

Add in the pallet qty field the number of pallets used

16.

In the notes field enter qty of items to follow

17.

Select the + add to shipment

18.

Ensure and check that everything from the 2 ship columns turn green except anything to follow

19.

Select the +next to the create shipment

20.

This creates the despatch note select the print shipment note tab

21.

View despatch note

22.

Check the despatch note to ensure the to follow items and the summary info is correct

23.

Print two copies of the despatch note as normal copy for customer copy to be signed by customer and returned as POD

Invoicing

How to Save a POD and Invoice

Check POD status

Before invoicing calculate costs steps 10-14

How to save POD to the Despatch note follow steps 1 to 9

How to - Invoice once POD received - follow steps 10 to 31

how to complete any Invoicing required through Bistrack TT add

How and where to save a POD

1.

Collect POD daily from Transport

2.

Check POD is signed and there are no comments or crossings out – any comments need investigating immediately

3.

Scan POD and save in the W Drive >Customer POD >Pending folder with the following naming convention

Call off Number _Despatch notes number example here 3583_D7827

How to attach POD to despatch Note

4.

From the despatch/invoicing menu select despatch list Grangemouth

5.

Search for call off click on the call off line and select Edit

6.

Despatch note opens in the POD field select the +

7.

This takes you to your folders go to the W drive> customer POD> pending and select the already saved POD

8.

This attaches in the POD field click on the … to ensure the correct copy is attached

9.

Save and save and exit

How to invoice a customer one the above steps have been followed

10.

Before invoicing can take place, we must ensure that costs have been calculated and added to invoices continue with the following steps to completed this

11.

From contract management menu select call off list search and open the call off

12.

Select call off tab

13.

New window opens - Ensure the correct call off is selected from the left-hand side of call offs

14.

Far right in the call off red area select the call off costs tab this tab has lines around it whilst it is updating as soon as these disappear save and exit

15.

From the despatch and invoicing menu select invoicing list Grangemouth

16.

Select the drop-down arrow next to add select add despatch invoice

17.

Search window opens search in the shipment No field using despatch number

18.

Select the to open new window

19.

Select INV; NEW tab this activates screen ready to invoice

20.

In the invoice details area red right hand side select the next to the invoice field

21.

This generated the invoice number write this on the despatch note

22.

Select invoice date from drop down arrow

23.

Select post invoice tab

24.

Select Export to NAV

25.

Select send email new window opens with invoice attached to email select send this sends email direct to customer

26.

Select the Recalc Costs tab costs should now show in the costs field if not follow the below steps

27.

Save and exit go back into the invoice to check the costs have now pulled through by following the below steps

28.

Search for call off click on call off line and select the edit tab

29.

Invoice opens check the costs have now pulled through

30.

If costs have not pulled through this needs to be logged in the MS Teams Rtis support group providing full details of call off and where possible a screen shot

31.

Save and exit

32.

In the to invoice comments column enter date emailed to customer

33.

File POD away in call off number order

How to View a POD and Invoice

By following the steps below, you can view a POD and Invoice also attached here is a link to a short video showing the process: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AvNaFulJu-k

To view a POD

1.

Open the Despatch/Invoice menu

2.

Select Invoicing List Grangemouth

3/4.

Search by Invoice number/Despatch No/Call off

5.

Scroll to the very end column POD file and click on the this will open the POD

To View the Invoice

6.

Click on in the line of the invoice number you wish to open

7.

Select edit this will open the invoice window

8.

Click on the to open the invoice

9.

The POD can also be viewed here by clicking on the

How to complete invoicing in Bistrack - Grangemouth process only

  1. This process is to be followed for all contracts/call offs that have purchase orders sent to Thornbridge
  2. This process involves working in both Rtis and Bistrack ideally on separate screens throughout these instructions Bistrack will be referred to as BT

Identify first the Invoices that need the BT process

  • In Rtis - Select from the despatch/invoicing menu Invoicing list Grangemouth
  • Locate the BisTrack column and filter to show all the empty fields any greyed out fields DO NOT need this process doing

Remove columns so that you can clearly see the below side by side

  • Invoice No
  • Invoice date
  • Customer
  • Title
  • BisTrack Ref
  • Customer order No
1.

In BT select new order tab (top left of menu)

Have open in Rtis the call off that you are completing this process for

2.

from the drop-down arrow select new order

3.

Search for customer in the customer field, either by name or by account numbers supplied separately

4.

In the sales type field select direct

5.

Select invoice date this is the date invoiced in Rtis

6.

In the customer ref field copy and paste from Rtis the customer order No (This is the customers PO number)

7.

In the deliver to field select from the drop down the correct site address

If the address you require is not here, first double check that you have selected the correct customer as some have different names i.e., homes/ Ltd/partnership.

If the delivery address is still not there this can be added by selecting the bland sheet of paper icon next to the delivery address

8.

Remove any Plot number details that are in the address

9.

Select F6 Lines tab

10.

Click on the other options tab (bottom right)

11.

Select Add special line

12.

Select create the create it from following product and enter in the field 0DC4J (this is a zero not the letter O)

13.

Select enter new window opens select correct code 0DC4J

14.

Select F12

15.

New window opens – return to Rtis in the call off already open copy the description and paste into the description field in BT

16.

In BT enter the value of the call off in the standard sell and buy price fields

17.

Select F12 and Finish

18.

Select Finish

19.

This opens a new window in the QTY field enter 1

20.

Click OK

21.

New window opens select Yes

22.

Select the more fields tab

23.

This opens a new window enter or copy and paste from Rtis the Plot details in the plot No field

24.

Select F6

25.

Select other options

26.

Select insert text line

27.

New window opens in this box write (Invoice Number RT………. ) Exactly

28.

Select OK

29.

Select the green complete tab

30.

Message may appear the date required is in the past do you wish to continue select Yes

31.

New window opens select F12 and next

32.

In the supplier field click on the

33.

New window opens search for TSLAV001

34.

Select go

35.

Select OK

36.

Select continue

37.

Select Finish **** here in the screen are the BT order and PO numbers take note of these as these are needed for Rtis and to communicate with purchase ledger

38.

Select OK

39.

Select NO

40.

Select on the top search bar drop down purchase orders for approval click on the go – this step can be completed once all items completed

41.

Orders over £5K will need to be approved by …

42.

Double click on the line and approve this will then disappear from the list

43.

Final step is to email Susan Balloch if out of office on email Tom smith with the following information.

  • Subject title of email – Grangemouth BT invoicing detail
  • Body of email – please can you match and approve PO XXXXXXXX RTIS invoice number RTxxxxxxxxx
44.

Go back to Rtis and in the call off select the call offs tab

45.

In the BisTrack ref field enter the BT order number noted in step 37 – Save and Exit

46.

Return to Rtis and the Invoicing list select refresh this auto populates the BisTrack field with the order number

47.

Any call offs in Rtis with a nil value please follow the below step.

48.

Open call off and select call off tab in the BisTrack ref field enter N/A

How to raise a customer credit against an invoice - Grangemouth Process only

Customer credits must first be authorised by site manager and relevant paperwork completed before being processed by authorised user

Bradford process is in the contract delivery menu section

1.

open Despatch and invoicing menu

2.

select Invoicing list

3.

Search for the invoice the credit is to be raised against and select the row by clicking in the line

4.

Select the edit tab

5.

Select the create Credit note tab

6.

Select CRT; NEW tab

7.

Select the three little dots this generates credit note No

8.

Enter date in credit note field

9.

Select pick invoice items

10.

Select the item/s that is to be credited by clicking on the item and a tick will appear

11.

Select add selected

12.

This now displays the selected items to be credited

13.

Select the + to add a manual credit – here add a description and reason for the credit also include the invoice number


This shows manual entry

14.

Add value of the credit

15.

Select post tab to post this credit move this to after viewing credit note

16.

The credit note is available here select the three little dots to view and check the credit note

17.

Notes can be added here click in the box and add notes

18.

Export to Nav is the final step

19.

All created credit notes appear in RED in the invoice list

Troubleshooting - Invoicing

When trouble shooting being able to invoice there are a few things to check before seeking further help.

  • In order to invoice a customer a call off must be committed and despatchedCheck call off is committed
  • Check call off is Picked and Despatched

Can't Invoice

1.

First place to check is too open call off list standard view

2.

Select the call off and see if it has been committed if yes proceed to check if despatched if no go to step 3

3.

Identify who created the call off and ask the sales support person to commit the call off

4.

To check if a call off has been despatched open call off list status view and search for call off

5.

Check if the Call off has been despatched this will show in the column named despatched

6.

If no then check if the items have been picked and despatch the call off

7.

If yes seek further help by emailing rtissupport@nationaltimbergroup.com

Despatch/Invoicing management

From Despatch/Invoicing Menu select Despatch list select your branch

1.

Filter the Invoice No field so all none invoiced despatches are showing at the top

2.

Review the number of despatches with a Zero value and check with Management before invoicing

3.

Review Daily the number of despatches not invoiced (this can be done at the time of invoicing)

4.

Chase missing POD's with Transport someday/week

5.

Review invoice comments amend and update where appropriate

6.

Filter the POD received column to show all POD without a Tick

7.

Ensure all Invoiced despatches have a tick in the column (this should be completed at the time of invoicing)

8.

Any without ticks investigate why/chase for a POD (invoicing should only take place upon receipt of signed POD) – unless instructed to do so by Manager

Shopfloor Workstations

Drop in - Palletisation

1.

Check that the computer is switched on at both the mains and the computer terminal. Check that the monitor is switched on and any associated printer is connected.

2.

Sign in to the computer if required with the passwords that are assigned to that work station.

3.

Select the below icon.

This is usually in the top left hand corner.

4.

Once you have clicked on the icon, the below pop up may appear.

  • If it does click ok and remember me
5.

When the login screen appears enter the password for that work station.

  • For example if in Grangemouth use the below. Bradford and Thornaby will have different login details
6.

Credential screen appears

7.

Enter password

8.

Select remember me

9.

Select ok

10.

The main screen for the shop floor applications now loads this can take a few seconds

11.

When it appears Select F5 - log on screen opens

12.

Once you select F5 the pop up below will appear

13.

From the drop down menu select the person / machine that you wish to log in as.

14.

Once you have selected then press select the yellow button (F4)

15.

It will now go back to the original page

16.

Select Open Product Batch from the top right hand menu (F1)

17.

New window opens

18.

Enter call off number i.e. 1234/01

19.

Select apply (F4)

20.

New window opens

21.

Select ok to confirm batch (F4)

22.

Select create a pallet (F2)

23.

When you select create pallet the icon below appears in the box on the right hand side. This now means that you have a pallet that we can load items onto.

24.

Scan the barcodes on the A3 schedule. There is 2 barcodes one represents the frame while the other is for the door. Each product line on the A3 schedule has a unique barcode.

25.

Once you scan item you want to load onto a pallet from the A3 it moves across from the left hand side of he screen and onto the pallet you have just opened.

26.

Labels are then automatically printed – these are to be attached to the head of the frame and the top of the door.

27.

Once all is scanned or you have completed everything that is going to the pallet select Pallet status (F3)

28.

Select pallet and then change pallet status to ‘into stock’

Key notes

  • When using the shop floor application of RTIS you use the following keys on the keyboard.
    F1 is any box like above that is red
    F2 is any box like above that is blue
    F3 is any box like above that is green
    F4 is any box like above that is yellow
  • If an item is scanned onto a pallet that is incorrect simply re scan the item and it will let you remove it from the pallet.

CNC Shopfloor machines

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Door production tracking

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System

How to Set up a new User in Rtis - IT only

The below process can only be completed by IT or an authorised Superuser access to this process can be requested by emailing rtissupport@nationaltimbergroup.com

Add a new user

1.

From Rtis home screen select the System tab drop down arrow and select User/Group Admin

2.

New window opens select user admin

3.

Select add user

4.

Enter username using “First Name.Surname” naming convention

5.

Select the site this new user is to have access to

6.

Select OK

7.

X out and Close screen

8.

Repeat step 1- when new window opens select Employee admin then proceed with the below seps

9.

Once in the employee Admin screen select the + this activates the lower section of the screen ready to be completed

10.

Complete users First and Last Name

11.

Select from the job role field drop down arrow role

12.

Select the Active box to activate the user

13.

Select from the Employees Roles section the roles the user has

14.

Select from the Employees Roles section the roles the user has

Set User Permissions

15.

Repeat step 1- when new window opens select User Permissions then proceed with the below sepsv

16.

Select the filter

17.

search for user select OK

18.

New window opens select the permission authorised for the user

19.

Select save

20.

Select X to close

How to remove a User Locks

Rtis does not allow two users at a time to be able to work on any process to protect this if a second user accesses a contract/call off that a user has open , Rtis will allow the second user to view the process off however no changes can be made and a pop up will appear saying “ locked by person`s name” if access is required the user can directly ask the user who is in the process to close what they are doing to give them access.

There are occasions that a user may forget to close a screen, and this locks it not allowing anyone else to work on this, the user may not available/on holiday to close this down correctly, under these circumstances the user lock will need to be removed by an authorised person. The below process will remove the user lock

This process is only available to authorised persons, usually a site superuser or manager, if you need access to this process log a request at rtissupport@nationaltimbergroup.com with your line manager copied into the request

  • For urgent user locks to be removed call the IT help desk on 0114 276 4855
1.

From the main Rtis screen locate the System tab and select the drop-down arrow – great care must be taken to any actions completed within this tab

2.

Select current user locks

3.

New window opens this shows all users that are locked into a screen – before proceeding to step 4, ensure the user you are about to remove is not currently needing access to this process as the next steps will immediately kick this user out of the process

4.

Highlight the user to be removed and select the delete tab

5.

Pop up appears asking to confirm the deletion of this lock select OK

6.

Pop appears confirming lock removed select OK

Reports

How To Approve a Purchase Order

Managers who have permission to authorise purchase orders will need to follow the below process

1.

From the procurement menu select purchase order list select your branch

2.

Search for the purchase order to be authorised

3.

Open and Review the purchase order

4.

Approve by ticking the authorised box if this box is not active you do not have the correct permissions contact rtissupport@nationaltimbergroup.com

How to view and understand BI Reports

There are many BI (Business Information) reports in Rtis. Each menu section within Rtis has a report section, below are two examples

Contract Management this is used to view the order book, showing what is still outstanding on the customers purchase order NOT called off

Despatch & Invoicing Reports Gives useful information helps managers see at a high-level area`s that need further investigation within despatch and invoicing, a few examples are.

    • Why has this not been invoiced

    • Why are there no individual costs to view?

    • Why is this showing as 100% margin


    Should you require information about other BI reports please log a request with rtissupport@nationaltimbergroup.com

    Contract Management

    1.

    From the menu section select contract management

    2.

    Select reports folder and select Sales orders

    3.

    From the drop-down arrow by the select report section select sales order review

    4.

    Select the Load data tab

    5.

    The order number shown here is the contract number NOT call off number

    6.

    Call off Value and value not on call off

    shows a true value of sales processed and what is still to be processed

    7.

    The grand totals are detailed here

    Despatch and invoicing reports

    1.

    Select the Despatch and invoice menu

    2.

    Select Reports console

    3.

    From drop down arrow next to the select report box select Sales potential

    4.

    Select date range required

    5.

    Select the load data tab

    6.

    Select site, from the manufacturing site tab and select OK this reduces the view to the site selected

    7.

    This report style has many features.

    1. By double clicking into cells a new window opens giving details of the call off, the example here shows a despatched but not yet invoiced call off
    2. Maximise the view of a and this reveals more data to view such as.
    3. Total cost
    4. Profit
    5. Margin
    6. Costs broken down
    7. Cost adjustments

    No of doors/frames/GO`s

    Continued image

    8.

    Another feature is to be able to drag and drop tabs into the report, example here.

    • Taken the purchasing status from section a
    • And dropped in section b
    • This information can now be viewed in c

    How to view and use the purchase order report

    This report give a high level view for managers of what is on order and the value spent with suppliers.

    1.

    From the procurement menu select reports select purchase orders.

    2.

    From the drop down arrow of the select report section and select general and select a date range

    3.

    Select load data

    4.

    Select purchase order summary from report layout drop down arrow.

    5.

    This view shows individual supplier stock values

    A. Double clicking in cells example a opens the detail of the purchase orders

    B. This is the detail of what is on order with this supplier

    6.

    Drag and drop feature available to show more detail in the report, select from a what is to be added and drop in b.