In industry, there are rules and regulations which surround the manufacturing process. There are strict laws governing certain processes, and in the United States the Census Bureau provides an outline for industry-specific procedures. Obviously, health and safety and fair labor practices are major concerns in manufacturing.
Those manufacturing processes which appear to take place seamlessly do so because of structured planning and good organization. The order in which certain functions should be performed for maximum benefit also ensures that regulations are complied with and any issues appropriately managed. To ensure the effectiveness of this plan, this necessitates a definition of the goals and the manner in which those goals will be achieved; in other words, the "route" which the processes should take in order to be most successful. Accordingly, to avoid random decision-making, a route sheet is designed for each part that is to be manufactured to ensure that at every step of the process there is "buy-in" and conformity which ensures that standards are maintained throughout the industry.
A route sheet serves a a checklist and a timeline so that deadlines can be met and it assists floor staff and management. Although it is an instruction document and its main purpose is in the actual manufacturing process, it can even reveal flaws when targets are not met so that employment and equipment needs can be addressed in time, ensuring a smooth operation. On analysis, it can expose problems and reveal areas of efficiency so that processes can be improved on an ongoing basis, based on objectives and without interrupting production. It is therefore an essential component in the manufacturing process.
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