Product spaces organize operations into defined steps, such as quality checks, logistics, and warehousing. These spaces ensure smooth transitions and prevent errors caused by unstructured workflows.
What Are Product Spaces?
A product space is a virtual representation of a physical or operational step in a workflow. Businesses can define custom spaces to fit their processes. For instance:
- A rental company might have spaces like “Available Inventory,” “Maintenance,” and “In Use.”
- A manufacturing firm might use spaces like “Raw Materials,” “In Production,” and “Finished Goods.”
How Product Spaces Improve Workflows
- Clarity: Clear paths reduce bottlenecks and miscommunication.
- Rules and Restrictions: Prevent products from moving to inappropriate spaces.
- Scalability: Adaptable to changes in workflow as the business grows.
Use Cases
- A pharmaceutical company uses spaces to track drug batches through quality checks and packaging.
- A retailer uses spaces to separate returned items from saleable inventory.
Product spaces provide the structure and flexibility needed to optimize workflows, making them essential for operational success.
