# firstresonance.io

> AI-optimized mirror of firstresonance.io containing 1030 pages totalling 473,867 words of clean markdown content, structured data, and semantic HTML. Original source: https://firstresonance.io. Last updated: 2026-07-25T08:28:53.582Z.

Each page is available as HTML (with JSON-LD structured data) and Markdown (text-only, ideal for LLMs and RAG).

## Homepage

- [Introduction - ION Manual](/content/docs/index.html): What ION is, how this manual is organized, and where to start by role. (551 words)
- [v0 App](/content/marketplace-signup/index.html): Created with v0 (210 words)
- [Welcome to ION | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/index.html): Supercharge your manufacturing with ION. (470 words)
- [Modern Manufacturing Software | First Resonance](/content/site-root.html): Transform your productivity, efficiency & scalability through the MES manufacturing software from First Resonance! (1,341 words)
- [ION Marketplace](/content/marketplace/index.html): Discover and manage your ION applications (402 words)

## Articles & Blog Posts

- [manual/features/application-settings/role-based-access-control/full-glossary-of-ion-permissions-md.html](/content/manual/features/application-settings/role-based-access-control/full-glossary-of-ion-permissions-md.html) (3,800 words)
- [manual/api/examples/parts-and-part-revisioning-md.html](/content/manual/api/examples/parts-and-part-revisioning-md.html) (837 words)
- [manual/features/barcode-labels/templating/sample-templates-md.html](/content/manual/features/barcode-labels/templating/sample-templates-md.html) (367 words)
- [Duro - ION Manual](/content/docs/automate-with-ion/integrations/duro/index.html): Duro PLM Integration (832 words)
- [Slack - ION Manual](/content/docs/automate-with-ion/integrations/slack/index.html): Integrate ION notifications with Slack and Gov Slack (413 words)
- [Quickbooks - ION Manual](/content/docs/automate-with-ion/integrations/quickbooks/index.html): Quickbooks Online (QBO) Integration (815 words)
- [Parts and Part Revisioning | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/api/examples/parts-and-part-revisioning/index.html) (656 words)
- [Full Glossary of ION Permissions | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/features/application-settings/role-based-access-control/full-glossary-of-ion-permissions/index.html): Every permission in ION, along with a description of what they do. (3,782 words)
- [Purchasing in NetSuite, Receiving in ION - ION Manual](/content/docs/automate-with-ion/integrations/netsuite/netsuite/index.html): Sync purchase orders from NetSuite into ION and send ION receipts back for three-way matching. (1,055 words)
- [ERP and PLM reference architecture - ION Manual](/content/docs/automate-with-ion/integrations/erp-plm-reference-architecture/index.html): How ION integrates with ERP and PLM systems: the triad model, BOM lifecycle, canonical data flows, the 3-way match pattern, the 14 rules, and the recommended deployment sequence. (3,659 words)
- [manual-v2/quality/intent-management/run-controls-md.html](/content/manual-v2/quality/intent-management/run-controls-md.html) (1,317 words)
- [NetSuite - ION Manual](/content/docs/automate-with-ion/integrations/netsuite/index.html): How the paid NetSuite ERP integration connects ION purchasing, receiving, and inventory data with NetSuite accounting. (948 words)
- [manual/features/procedures/installation-requirements-beta-md.html](/content/manual/features/procedures/installation-requirements-beta-md.html) (1,488 words)
- [ION Factory OS](/content/manual/pages/m1cllxs9pwxeupaucsn/index.html) (10 words)
- [Smartsheet - ION Manual](/content/docs/automate-with-ion/integrations/smartsheet/index.html): Smartsheet Integration (682 words)
- [SOLIDWORKS - ION Manual](/content/docs/automate-with-ion/integrations/solidworks/index.html): SOLIDWORKS Pro PDM Integration (533 words)
- [manual/features/parts-and-trace/trace-aboms/abom-beta-changes/abom-actions-for-developers-md.html](/content/manual/features/parts-and-trace/trace-aboms/abom-beta-changes/abom-actions-for-developers-md.html) (805 words)
- [Cofactr - ION Manual](/content/docs/automate-with-ion/integrations/cofactr/index.html): Bi-directional sync of parts, BOMs, suppliers, purchase orders, and receiving status between ION and Cofactr. (121 words)
- [manual-v2/supply-chain/inventory/inventory-actions-md.html](/content/manual-v2/supply-chain/inventory/inventory-actions-md.html) (564 words)
- [ION Factory OS](/content/manual/pages/tjuhim4bfndbb0bunwwf/index.html) (30 words)
- [manual/features/runs/split-inventory-on-a-run-md.html](/content/manual/features/runs/split-inventory-on-a-run-md.html) (1,388 words)
- [manual-v2/supply-chain/readme/create-purchases-md.html](/content/manual-v2/supply-chain/readme/create-purchases-md.html) (469 words)
- [Datum - ION Manual](/content/docs/automate-with-ion/integrations/datum/index.html): Connect ION purchasing with Datum sourcing so approved quotes create draft purchase orders in ION. (327 words)
- [manual-v2/production/procedures/reviewing-procedures-md.html](/content/manual-v2/production/procedures/reviewing-procedures-md.html) (264 words)
- [manual-v2/quality/intent-management/inventory-controls-md.html](/content/manual-v2/quality/intent-management/inventory-controls-md.html) (832 words)
- [Silkline Integration - ION Manual](/content/docs/automate-with-ion/integrations/silkline-integration/index.html): Supply chain management capabilities layered on ION purchasing through the Silkline partner integration. (83 words)
- [Ramp - ION Manual](/content/docs/automate-with-ion/integrations/ramp/index.html) (221 words)
- [manual-v2/platform/data-snapshots/customer-s3-delivery-setup-md.html](/content/manual-v2/platform/data-snapshots/customer-s3-delivery-setup-md.html) (646 words)
- [manual-v2/supply-chain/inventory/create-inventory-md.html](/content/manual-v2/supply-chain/inventory/create-inventory-md.html) (304 words)
- [Work Order/Assembly Builds - ION Manual](/content/docs/automate-with-ion/integrations/netsuite/work-order-assembly-builds/index.html): IN PROGRESS, MORE DETAIL TO COME (35 words)
- [Procurable - ION Manual](/content/docs/automate-with-ion/integrations/procurable/index.html): Supplier onboarding and compliance through the Procurable partner integration. (31 words)
- [Integrations - ION Manual](/content/docs/automate-with-ion/integrations/index.html): Third-party integrations and ION automations, prebuilt or build your own. (614 words)
- [Arena - ION Manual](/content/docs/automate-with-ion/integrations/arena/index.html): Arena PLM Integration (942 words)
- [manual-v2/production/procedures/standard-operating-procedures-md.html](/content/manual-v2/production/procedures/standard-operating-procedures-md.html) (324 words)
- [manual/integrations/netsuite/netsuite-md.html](/content/manual/integrations/netsuite/netsuite-md.html) (1,086 words)
- [manual/features/runs/redlining-md.html](/content/manual/features/runs/redlining-md.html) (1,261 words)
- [manual-v2/supply-chain/inventory/create-a-table-view-md.html](/content/manual-v2/supply-chain/inventory/create-a-table-view-md.html) (244 words)
- [Build readiness - ION Manual](/content/docs/automate-with-ion/analytics/build-readiness/index.html): mBOM readiness and shortages, as-built installation progress, and plan fulfillment across supply statuses. (393 words)
- [View action execution logs - ION Manual](/content/docs/automate-with-ion/ion-actions/view-action-execution-logs/index.html): Inspect the exact code and context of an ION Action run to confirm behavior and debug failures. (595 words)
- [Export data as PDF - ION Manual](/content/docs/automate-with-ion/integrations/export-data-as-pdf/index.html): How to export data from ION in the form of a PDF (709 words)
- [manual-v2/os/ion-actions/managing-actions-md.html](/content/manual-v2/os/ion-actions/managing-actions-md.html) (461 words)
- [manual/features/ion-actions/ion-actions-best-practices-md.html](/content/manual/features/ion-actions/ion-actions-best-practices-md.html) (860 words)
- [Build readiness mBOM reference - ION Manual](/content/docs/automate-with-ion/analytics-and-dashboards/build-readiness-mbom/index.html): Column definitions for the mBOM dashboard and its CSV export in ION Analytics. (665 words)
- [Teamcenter - ION Manual](/content/docs/automate-with-ion/integrations/teamcenter/index.html): Teamcenter PLM Integration (83 words)
- [aBOM actions for developers | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/features/parts-and-trace/trace-aboms/abom-beta-changes/abom-actions-for-developers/index.html) (697 words)
- [manual/features/runs/run-execution-overview-md.html](/content/manual/features/runs/run-execution-overview-md.html) (652 words)
- [Build readiness aBOM reference - ION Manual](/content/docs/automate-with-ion/analytics-and-dashboards/build-readiness-abom/index.html): Column definitions for the aBOM dashboard and its CSV export in ION Analytics. (647 words)
- [Action targets - ION Manual](/content/docs/automate-with-ion/ion-actions/action-targets/index.html): The entity types an action can watch, with their context query names and changes keys. (747 words)
- [Run Controls | ION Factory OS 2.0](/content/manual-v2/quality/intent-management/run-controls/index.html) (1,308 words)
- [Build readiness plans reference - ION Manual](/content/docs/automate-with-ion/analytics-and-dashboards/build-readiness-plans/index.html): Column definitions for the Plans dashboard and its CSV export in ION Analytics. (386 words)
- [manual-v2/os/ion-actions/inventory-control-examples-md.html](/content/manual-v2/os/ion-actions/inventory-control-examples-md.html) (733 words)
- [manual-v2/supply-chain/kitting/fulfill-kits-md.html](/content/manual-v2/supply-chain/kitting/fulfill-kits-md.html) (768 words)
- [Create and apply a plan - ION Manual](/content/docs/manage-supply-chain/planning/create-and-apply-a-plan/index.html): Create a supply plan from a demand, review the proposed purchase orders and runs, refresh it against live supply, and commit the draft package to ION. (776 words)
- [manual-v2/production/procedures/creating-and-updating-procedures-md.html](/content/manual-v2/production/procedures/creating-and-updating-procedures-md.html) (322 words)
- [manual/features/quality/issues-md.html](/content/manual/features/quality/issues-md.html) (1,424 words)
- [manual-v2/os/ion-actions/installation-control-examples-md.html](/content/manual-v2/os/ion-actions/installation-control-examples-md.html) (548 words)
- [manual/features/runs/run-batches-md.html](/content/manual/features/runs/run-batches-md.html) (752 words)
- [manual-v2/quality/split-clone-issues-md.html](/content/manual-v2/quality/split-clone-issues-md.html) (483 words)
- [Create Inventory | ION Factory OS 2.0](/content/manual-v2/supply-chain/inventory/create-inventory/index.html) (298 words)
- [manual-v2/production/procedures/backwards-compatibility-considerations-md.html](/content/manual-v2/production/procedures/backwards-compatibility-considerations-md.html) (250 words)
- [manual/features/barcode-labels/printing/server-based-barcode-printing-printnode-md.html](/content/manual/features/barcode-labels/printing/server-based-barcode-printing-printnode-md.html) (435 words)
- [Standard Operating Procedures | ION Factory OS 2.0](/content/manual-v2/production/procedures/standard-operating-procedures/index.html): In this video, I walk you through the process of creating and managing standard operating procedures (SOPs) within our system, specifically focusing on a torque SOP as an example. I demonstrate how to fill in details, go through the review process, and implement version control for future updates. It's crucial to ensure that each version is approved and that we utilize the procedure family link to always access the latest version. I encourage you to familiarize yourself with these steps to enhance our operational efficiency. Please make sure to review the SOPs and provide any feedback as needed. (330 words)
- [Reviewing Procedures | ION Factory OS 2.0](/content/manual-v2/production/procedures/reviewing-procedures/index.html) (266 words)
- [Inventory Controls | ION Factory OS 2.0](/content/manual-v2/quality/intent-management/inventory-controls/index.html) (823 words)
- [manual-v2/quality/intent-management/install-controls-md.html](/content/manual-v2/quality/intent-management/install-controls-md.html) (451 words)
- [Using Workflow Builder - ION Manual](/content/docs/automate-with-ion/integrations/workflow-builder/index.html): What the Workflow Builder is and how to build a typical ION automation flow that reacts to ION events. (519 words)
- [manual/features/quality/quality-best-practices-md.html](/content/manual/features/quality/quality-best-practices-md.html) (1,048 words)
- [Inventory Actions | ION Factory OS 2.0](/content/manual-v2/supply-chain/inventory/inventory-actions/index.html): A guide on splitting, moving, scrapping, and adjusting an inventory line. (552 words)
- [Create Purchases | ION Factory OS 2.0](/content/manual-v2/supply-chain/readme/create-purchases/index.html): This guide outlines the steps to create a purchase order (419 words)
- [Customer S3 Delivery Setup | ION Factory OS 2.0](/content/manual-v2/platform/data-snapshots/customer-s3-delivery-setup/index.html): Set up an S3 bucket in your AWS account to receive automated data snapshots from ION. (668 words)
- [Example actions - ION Manual](/content/docs/automate-with-ion/ion-actions/example-actions/index.html): Worked ION Action configurations for common validations across quality, procedures, purchases, and receipts. (828 words)
- [manual/workflow-builder/example-flows/auto-set-custom-attribute-md.html](/content/manual/workflow-builder/example-flows/auto-set-custom-attribute-md.html) (515 words)
- [manual/features/parts-and-trace/manufacturing-bill-of-materials-mbom/mbom-versions-md.html](/content/manual/features/parts-and-trace/manufacturing-bill-of-materials-mbom/mbom-versions-md.html) (423 words)
- [Parts Imports - ION Manual](/content/docs/administration/ion-importers/parts/index.html): Import parts from a CSV file, including revisions, supplier parts, quality clauses, and custom attributes. (739 words)
- [manual/features/parts-and-trace/trace-aboms/abom-beta-changes-md.html](/content/manual/features/parts-and-trace/trace-aboms/abom-beta-changes-md.html) (376 words)
- [Purchase order analytics - ION Manual](/content/docs/automate-with-ion/analytics/purchase-order-analytics/index.html): Open PO lines, past-due aging, supplier on-time performance, and receipt volume over time. (177 words)
- [Create A Table View | ION Factory OS 2.0](/content/manual-v2/supply-chain/inventory/create-a-table-view/index.html) (239 words)
- [manual-v2/supply-chain/kitting/request-parts-md.html](/content/manual-v2/supply-chain/kitting/request-parts-md.html) (987 words)
- [manual-v2/os/ion-actions/managing-actions/changes-dictionary-md.html](/content/manual-v2/os/ion-actions/managing-actions/changes-dictionary-md.html) (590 words)
- [Inventory analytics - ION Manual](/content/docs/automate-with-ion/analytics/inventory-analytics/index.html): Stock on hand by status and location, inventory transaction history, and expiring or expired inventory. (227 words)
- [manual/features/purchasing/purchase-orders/types-of-purchases-md.html](/content/manual/features/purchasing/purchase-orders/types-of-purchases-md.html) (516 words)
- [Overview - ION Manual](/content/docs/automate-with-ion/notifications/index.html): How ION notifies you about events on the objects you follow, in-app and by email, and how to control what you receive. (68 words)
- [manual-v2/quality/intent-management/part-intent-quality-md.html](/content/manual-v2/quality/intent-management/part-intent-quality-md.html) (393 words)
- [manual/workflow-builder/first-resonance-ion-component/using-the-first-resonance-ion-component-md.html](/content/manual/workflow-builder/first-resonance-ion-component/using-the-first-resonance-ion-component-md.html) (320 words)
- [manual-v2/quality/create-issues-md.html](/content/manual-v2/quality/create-issues-md.html) (338 words)
- [manual/features/parts-and-trace/inventory/inventory-splitting-md.html](/content/manual/features/parts-and-trace/inventory/inventory-splitting-md.html) (484 words)
- [Quality analytics - ION Manual](/content/docs/automate-with-ion/analytics/quality-analytics/index.html): Open issue counts, resolution time, age distribution, and disposition breakdown across quality issues. (144 words)
- [manual/features/parts-and-trace/supplier-part-numbers-and-purchase-unit-conversions-md.html](/content/manual/features/parts-and-trace/supplier-part-numbers-and-purchase-unit-conversions-md.html) (373 words)
- [Sample templates | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/features/barcode-labels/templating/sample-templates/index.html) (314 words)
- [manual/features/parts-and-trace/inventory/issue-inventory-to-runs-kitting-md.html](/content/manual/features/parts-and-trace/inventory/issue-inventory-to-runs-kitting-md.html) (320 words)
- [manual/features/barcode-labels/printing/configuring-printing-in-ion-md.html](/content/manual/features/barcode-labels/printing/configuring-printing-in-ion-md.html) (216 words)
- [manual-v2/quality/disposition-types-md.html](/content/manual-v2/quality/disposition-types-md.html) (533 words)
- [Backwards Compatibility Considerations | ION Factory OS 2.0](/content/manual-v2/production/procedures/backwards-compatibility-considerations/index.html): Use Loom to record quick videos of your screen and cam. Explain anything clearly and easily – and skip the meeting. An essential tool for hybrid workplaces. (246 words)
- [Installation Requirements (Beta) | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/features/procedures/installation-requirements-beta/index.html): Assign and enforce parts to be installed from your mBOM to a particular step in a procedure, Use Loom to record quick videos of your screen and cam. Explain anything clearly and easily – and skip the meeting. An essential tool for hybrid workplaces. (1,536 words)
- [manual/features/procedures/nested-steps-and-nested-standard-steps-md.html](/content/manual/features/procedures/nested-steps-and-nested-standard-steps-md.html) (1,003 words)
- [manual/features/procedures/part-procedure-relationship-md.html](/content/manual/features/procedures/part-procedure-relationship-md.html) (409 words)
- [manual/features/barcode-labels/scanning-md.html](/content/manual/features/barcode-labels/scanning-md.html) (505 words)
- [Automatically Send Purchases to Suppliers - ION Manual](/content/docs/automate-with-ion/integrations/automations/automatically-send-purchases-to-suppliers/index.html): Automatically send emails to the supplier with the purchase PDF attached. (523 words)
- [Kit Packing/Pick List PDF - ION Manual](/content/docs/automate-with-ion/integrations/automations/kit-packing-pick-list-pdf/index.html): Marketplace automation that generates pick list and packing list PDFs as a kit moves through its statuses. (489 words)
- [manual-v2/platform/importers/mbom-imports-md.html](/content/manual-v2/platform/importers/mbom-imports-md.html) (173 words)
- [manual/features/parts-and-trace/inventory/inventory-status-md.html](/content/manual/features/parts-and-trace/inventory/inventory-status-md.html) (309 words)
- [manual/features/procedures/steps-md.html](/content/manual/features/procedures/steps-md.html) (382 words)
- [Purchase Order PDF and Versions - ION Manual](/content/docs/automate-with-ion/integrations/automations/purchase-order-pdf-and-versions/index.html): Marketplace automation that increments a purchase order version attribute and attaches a generated PO document on approval or order. (436 words)
- [Set the date format - ION Manual](/content/docs/administration/organization-settings/set-the-date-format/index.html): Choose how dates are displayed across your ION organization. (89 words)
- [manual-v2/platform/importers/location-imports-md.html](/content/manual-v2/platform/importers/location-imports-md.html) (146 words)
- [manual/api/examples/part-inventory-and-kitting-md.html](/content/manual/api/examples/part-inventory-and-kitting-md.html) (1,108 words)
- [Deploy an integration or automation - ION Manual](/content/docs/automate-with-ion/integrations/deploying-integrations-and-automations/index.html): Deploy a prebuilt integration or automation from the ION Marketplace by configuring its ION API connection and the fields it needs. (391 words)
- [Creating and Updating Procedures | ION Factory OS 2.0](/content/manual-v2/production/procedures/creating-and-updating-procedures/index.html): In this video, I walk you through the new procedures interface in the upgraded ION experience, highlighting the three main tabs: Steps, Dependencies, and Overview. You'll see enhanced functionality in the Steps tab, including a more powerful content editor with features like Markdown, table functionality, and the ability to manage attributes and attachments effectively. The Dependency graph has also been improved for easier navigation and management of dependencies. Lastly, the Overview tab allows you to input procedure descriptions and access version history, ensuring you can track related runs and issues. I encourage you to explore these updates and provide feedback on your experience. (337 words)
- [manual/features/parts-and-trace/inventory/inventory-merging-legacy-md.html](/content/manual/features/parts-and-trace/inventory/inventory-merging-legacy-md.html) (304 words)
- [manual/adminstration/administration-and-configuration/export-control-md.html](/content/manual/adminstration/administration-and-configuration/export-control-md.html) (256 words)
- [manual/features/quality/further-actions-capa-md.html](/content/manual/features/quality/further-actions-capa-md.html) (906 words)
- [Configure barcode labels - ION Manual](/content/docs/administration/organization-settings/configure-barcode-labels/index.html): Customize barcode label templates for inventory, kits, and locations in ION. (393 words)
- [manual-v2/os/ion-actions/aug-2025-ion-actions-transition-md.html](/content/manual-v2/os/ion-actions/aug-2025-ion-actions-transition-md.html) (450 words)
- [Purchase Orders Imports - ION Manual](/content/docs/administration/ion-importers/purchase-orders/index.html): Import purchase orders and their lines from a single denormalized CSV. (688 words)
- [manual-v2/supply-chain/receiving/create-receipts-md.html](/content/manual-v2/supply-chain/receiving/create-receipts-md.html) (289 words)
- [manual-v2/os/ion-actions/attribute-examples-md.html](/content/manual-v2/os/ion-actions/attribute-examples-md.html) (384 words)
- [manual/features/procedures/procedure-best-practices-md.html](/content/manual/features/procedures/procedure-best-practices-md.html) (399 words)
- [Auto-approve part-procedure relationships - ION Manual](/content/docs/automate-with-ion/integrations/automations/auto-approve-part-procedure-relationships/index.html) (331 words)
- [Manage actions - ION Manual](/content/docs/automate-with-ion/ion-actions/manage-actions/index.html): Create, edit, enable, disable, and delete ION Actions from the Actions page in ION or through the GraphQL API. (597 words)
- [Auto Assign Issue on Creation - ION Manual](/content/docs/automate-with-ion/integrations/automations/auto-assign-issue-on-creation/index.html): Automatically assign issues upon issue creation. (599 words)
- [Auto Populate PO Line Attributes - ION Manual](/content/docs/automate-with-ion/integrations/automations/auto-populate-po-line-attributes/index.html): Marketplace automation that copies purchase order header attributes down to matching PO line attributes. (359 words)
- [Manage requirements - ION Manual](/content/docs/administration/supply-chain-settings/manage-requirements/index.html): Create and manage terms and conditions and quality clauses used on purchase orders in ION. (265 words)
- [Set Close by Run Step on Issue Creation - ION Manual](/content/docs/automate-with-ion/integrations/automations/set-close-by-run-step-on-issue-creation/index.html) (390 words)
- [Install Controls | ION Factory OS 2.0](/content/manual-v2/quality/intent-management/install-controls/index.html) (445 words)
- [manual/features/runs/workcenter-execution-md.html](/content/manual/features/runs/workcenter-execution-md.html) (513 words)
- [Prevent Run Closure if aBOM is Not Completed - ION Manual](/content/docs/automate-with-ion/integrations/automations/prevent-run-closure-if-abom-is-not-completed/index.html): Marketplace automation that blocks completing the last open step of a run until the aBOM is fully installed. (161 words)
- [manual/features/runs/scheduling-md.html](/content/manual/features/runs/scheduling-md.html) (385 words)
- [Manage suppliers - ION Manual](/content/docs/manage-supply-chain/purchasing/manage-suppliers/index.html): Create suppliers, edit their contact details, and link supplier part numbers and costs to the parts you buy. (418 words)
- [manual/adminstration/administration-and-configuration/enforce-mfa-md.html](/content/manual/adminstration/administration-and-configuration/enforce-mfa-md.html) (208 words)
- [Part Intent/Quality | ION Factory OS 2.0](/content/manual-v2/quality/intent-management/part-intent-quality/index.html) (413 words)
- [manual-v2/platform/data-snapshots-md.html](/content/manual-v2/platform/data-snapshots-md.html) (492 words)
- [manual-v2/os/ion-actions/ion-actions-best-practices-md.html](/content/manual-v2/os/ion-actions/ion-actions-best-practices-md.html) (476 words)
- [manual/adminstration/authentication/my-company-is-new-to-ion-logging-in-for-the-first-time-md.html](/content/manual/adminstration/authentication/my-company-is-new-to-ion-logging-in-for-the-first-time-md.html) (211 words)
- [manual/features/parts-and-trace/part-atributes-md.html](/content/manual/features/parts-and-trace/part-atributes-md.html) (138 words)
- [Manage tool inventory - ION Manual](/content/docs/build-hardware/tools/manage-tool-inventory/index.html): Add individual serialized tool units, record their last service date, and track maintenance status and service due dates. (351 words)
- [Unit of measure conversions - ION Manual](/content/docs/manage-supply-chain/purchasing/unit-of-measure-conversions/index.html): Buy parts in the supplier's pack quantity while stocking and consuming them in the unit your floor uses. (396 words)
- [Auto-checkout of Run Steps - ION Manual](/content/docs/automate-with-ion/integrations/automations/auto-checkout-of-run-steps/index.html) (237 words)
- [Imprint Attributes from One Object to Another on a Desired Event - ION Manual](/content/docs/automate-with-ion/integrations/automations/imprint-attributes-from-one-object-to-another-on-a-desired-event.html) (105 words)
- [Manage OAuth apps - ION Manual](/content/docs/administration/organization-settings/manage-oauth-apps/index.html): Register a custom application to authenticate with the ION API using OAuth 2.0. (257 words)
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- [Receive parts - ION Manual](/content/docs/manage-supply-chain/receiving/receive-parts/index.html): Process a receipt against a purchase order and capture serial, lot, and location. (466 words)
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- [manual-v2/quality/intent-management-md.html](/content/manual-v2/quality/intent-management-md.html) (388 words)
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- [mBOM Imports - ION Manual](/content/docs/administration/ion-importers/mbom-imports/index.html): Import multi-level bills of materials from a CSV file, using Depth or Level notation to define part hierarchies. (595 words)
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- [Configure purchase order approval workflow - ION Manual](/content/docs/administration/supply-chain-settings/configure-purchase-order-approval/index.html): Define the approval levels required before a purchase order can proceed in ION. (233 words)
- [manual/api/examples/mboms-md.html](/content/manual/api/examples/mboms-md.html) (670 words)
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- [Enforce mBOM parts assigned to steps - ION Manual](/content/docs/administration/production-settings/enforce-mbom-parts-assigned-to-steps/index.html): Block new procedure versions when any mBOM parts are not assigned to at least one step. (65 words)
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- [Manage parts - ION Manual](/content/docs/build-hardware/parts/creating-managing/index.html): Add a part to the Parts Library, edit it through its lifecycle, manage revisions, and archive parts that are out of production. (539 words)
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- [Server Based Barcode Printing (PrintNode) | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/features/barcode-labels/printing/server-based-barcode-printing-printnode/index.html) (536 words)
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- [Get started with the Data Connector - ION Manual](/content/docs/automate-with-ion/analytics-and-dashboards/get-started-data-connector/index.html): Connect your BI tool to ION's Snowflake replica and build your first dashboard. (714 words)
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- [Manage Data Connector users - ION Manual](/content/docs/automate-with-ion/analytics-and-dashboards/manage-data-connector-users/index.html): Add Data Connector users, reset their passwords, and control admin access from the Data Connector page. (267 words)
- [Split Inventory on a Run | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/features/runs/split-inventory-on-a-run/index.html): Discover the functionality of splitting WIP through an issue ticket. This helps with splitting inventory on a run when an issue with some parts is detected., In this video, I demonstrate the new split functionality on issues. I show how to create an issue against a run with a quantity of 10, and then split it into three parts. I assign these parts to a location, such as a desk or an engineer, for evaluation. The remaining seven parts continue with the run. No action is requested from the viewers., In this video, I walk you through the process of creating New York cheesecake. I provide a list of ingredients needed and show you where they are located in the warehouse. We aim to create five cheesecakes and put them in the "Great Place." Watch the video to learn the step-by-step process and see the progress we've made so far. Action requested: Follow along and provide feedback on the process. (1,021 words)
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- [MBOM Imports | ION Factory OS 2.0](/content/manual-v2/platform/importers/mbom-imports/index.html) (30 words)
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- [Configure part revision schemes - ION Manual](/content/docs/administration/supply-chain-settings/configure-part-revision-schemes/index.html): Define the naming formats used to track part revisions in ION. (249 words)
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- [Configuring Zebra Browser Print | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/features/barcode-labels/printing/configuring-printing-in-ion/index.html): Instructions on how to download Zebra Browser Print and use with ION. (239 words)
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- [Part Inventory Imports - ION Manual](/content/docs/administration/ion-importers/part-inventory/index.html): Create or update part inventory records from a CSV file. (363 words)
- [Tools Imports - ION Manual](/content/docs/administration/ion-importers/tools/index.html): Create or revise tools from a CSV file, including subtypes and maintenance intervals. (399 words)
- [Record tool usage on a run - ION Manual](/content/docs/build-hardware/tools/record-tool-usage/index.html): Require a tool on a procedure step with a Tool field, then log which tool was used during run execution. (129 words)
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- [Manage units of measure - ION Manual](/content/docs/administration/supply-chain-settings/manage-units-of-measure/index.html): Add and remove the units of measure available for inventory quantities in ION. (62 words)
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- [Configure demand settings - ION Manual](/content/docs/administration/supply-chain-settings/configure-demand-settings/index.html): Control how ION calculates material demand and what counts as supply when running Autoplan. (107 words)
- [Location Imports - ION Manual](/content/docs/administration/ion-importers/location-imports/index.html): Import factory locations from a CSV file, including nested hierarchies, supervisors, and custom attributes. (300 words)
- [manual/features/parts-and-trace/trace-aboms-md.html](/content/manual/features/parts-and-trace/trace-aboms-md.html) (1,070 words)
- [Set working time - ION Manual](/content/docs/administration/supply-chain-settings/set-working-time/index.html): Define which days of the week count as working days for lead time calculations in ION. (81 words)
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- [Overview - ION Manual](/content/docs/automate-with-ion/analytics/index.html): ION's built-in Analytics area: five dashboard surfaces covering inventory, build readiness, purchasing, quality, and run execution. (257 words)
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- [Run Execution Overview | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/features/runs/run-execution-overview/index.html): This page outlines all of the changes in IONs new run execution view, rolled out 4/24/24., , Use Loom to record quick videos of your screen and cam. Explain anything clearly and easily – and skip the meeting. An essential tool for hybrid workplaces. (708 words)
- [Batching Runs | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/features/runs/run-batches/index.html): How to leverage batching to supercharge your manufacturing. (772 words)
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- [Set a part's revision scheme - ION Manual](/content/docs/build-hardware/parts/revision-schemes/index.html): Assign a revision scheme when creating a part, or move an existing part to a different scheme by casting or resetting. (207 words)
- [Supplier Part Numbers & Purchase Unit Conversions | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/features/parts-and-trace/supplier-part-numbers-and-purchase-unit-conversions.html): Create relationships between your internal parts and suppliers that help effectively communicate supplier part numbers and supplier units of measure, Hey everyone, it's Jackson from First Residents. In this video, I walk you through how the new Supplier Part Numbers feature works in the purchasing screen. I demonstrate placing an order, selecting a supplier, inputting part numbers, setting units, and saving the order. No action requested from viewers. Enjoy the demo! (404 words)
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- [Plan Input Imports - ION Manual](/content/docs/administration/ion-importers/plan-inputs/index.html): Bulk-add inputs to existing draft plans from a CSV file. (330 words)
- [Fulfill Kits | ION Factory OS 2.0](/content/manual-v2/supply-chain/kitting/fulfill-kits/index.html): As a material handler, here is the guide to fulfilling a kit, In this video, I walk you through the fulfillment of a kit workflow for material handlers. Once you click on your assigned kit, a pick list will be generated that combines manually kitted items and those selected based on a first in, first out method. The list is organized by location to help you efficiently gather everything needed. As you pick items, the kit status will change to "in progress," and once all items are picked, you'll have the option to complete the kit, which will show as either "delivered" or "complete" depending on whether there's a run associated with it. Please make sure to follow these steps to ensure a smooth process. (766 words)
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- [manual-v2/production/locations-md.html](/content/manual-v2/production/locations-md.html) (182 words)
- [Issue Imports - ION Manual](/content/docs/administration/ion-importers/issues/index.html): Create or update issues from a CSV file, including dispositions, assignees, and custom attributes. (233 words)
- [manual-v2/supply-chain/inventory-md.html](/content/manual-v2/supply-chain/inventory-md.html) (217 words)
- [Nested Steps and Nested Standard Steps | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/features/procedures/nested-steps-and-nested-standard-steps/index.html): Take your procedures to the next level.,  (1,089 words)
- [View your notifications - ION Manual](/content/docs/automate-with-ion/notifications/view-notifications/index.html): Open your notification inbox, filter and search it, mark notifications read, and see which events ION notifies you about. (224 words)
- [Set purchase order defaults - ION Manual](/content/docs/administration/supply-chain-settings/set-purchase-order-defaults/index.html): Pre-populate default locations, currency, and payment terms on new purchase orders in ION. (76 words)
- [manual/api/examples/abom-as-built-bill-of-materials-api-md.html](/content/manual/api/examples/abom-as-built-bill-of-materials-api-md.html) (383 words)
- [Tool Inventory Imports - ION Manual](/content/docs/administration/ion-importers/tool-inventory/index.html): Create or update tool inventory records from a CSV file, including maintenance dates and asset URIs. (270 words)
- [Configure intent control policies - ION Manual](/content/docs/administration/quality-settings/configure-intent-control-policies/index.html): Set how intent affects run execution, inventory availability, installs, and part quality in ION. (531 words)
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- [Create an integration - ION Manual](/content/docs/automate-with-ion/integrations/create-an-integration/index.html): Build your own integration when no prebuilt connector fits, using the Workflow Builder, webhooks, or the GraphQL API. (237 words)
- [manual/features/procedures/steps/datagrid-md.html](/content/manual/features/procedures/steps/datagrid-md.html) (162 words)
- [Enable part interchangeability - ION Manual](/content/docs/administration/supply-chain-settings/enable-part-interchangeability/index.html): Allow any revision of a part to be used in place of the specific revision specified in the aBOM. (115 words)
- [Part-Procedure Relation Imports - ION Manual](/content/docs/administration/ion-importers/part-procedure-relations/index.html): Link parts to procedures in bulk from a CSV file. (187 words)
- [Types of Purchases | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/features/purchasing/purchase-orders/types-of-purchases/index.html): Purchase any type of good or service through the use of parts and purchases. (514 words)
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- [Supplier Imports - ION Manual](/content/docs/administration/ion-importers/suppliers/index.html): Create or update suppliers from a CSV file, including contact details and custom attributes. (133 words)
- [manual/features/runs/time-tracking-md.html](/content/manual/features/runs/time-tracking-md.html) (695 words)
- [Kitting | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/features/parts-and-trace/inventory/issue-inventory-to-runs-kitting/index.html): Use Loom to record quick videos of your screen and cam. Explain anything clearly and easily – and skip the meeting. An essential tool for hybrid workplaces. (329 words)
- [Run execution analytics - ION Manual](/content/docs/automate-with-ion/analytics/run-execution-analytics/index.html): Active and overdue runs, completion progress, step counts, and labor hours per run. (164 words)
- [Configure inventory merge behavior - ION Manual](/content/docs/administration/supply-chain-settings/configure-inventory-merge-behavior/index.html): Control whether merging inventories creates a single new inventory record in ION. (46 words)
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- [Work with a further action - ION Manual](/content/docs/track-quality/further-actions/work-with-a-further-action/index.html): Comment on, label, and attach files to a further action as you investigate and resolve it. (223 words)
- [Link records to a further action - ION Manual](/content/docs/track-quality/further-actions/link-records-to-a-further-action/index.html): Link the issues, parts, and runs a further action addresses, so related records are investigated under one root cause. (153 words)
- [Sample templates - ION Manual](/content/docs/build-hardware/labels-and-scanning/templating/sample-templates/index.html): Starting-point ZPL label templates for inventory, kit, and location labels to copy and adapt for your org. (253 words)
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- [Inventory splitting | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/features/parts-and-trace/inventory/inventory-splitting/index.html): Understand and initiate inventory splitting (487 words)
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- [mBOM versions | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/features/parts-and-trace/manufacturing-bill-of-materials-mbom/mbom-versions/index.html): Control changes to mBOMs with versions, with statuses and approvals (437 words)
- [Using the First Resonance ION Component | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/workflow-builder/first-resonance-ion-component/using-the-first-resonance-ion-component/index.html): How to use the First Resonance ION component (351 words)
- [Export Control | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/adminstration/administration-and-configuration/export-control/index.html): Control access to sensitive information based on user groups. (264 words)
- [Installation Control Examples | ION Factory OS 2.0](/content/manual-v2/os/ion-actions/installation-control-examples/index.html): A guide for developers making ION Actions on abomInstallation events. (558 words)
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- [Inventory Control Examples | ION Factory OS 2.0](/content/manual-v2/os/ion-actions/inventory-control-examples/index.html): Current Status: Available in Customers Sandbox Environments (731 words)
- [Create a further action - ION Manual](/content/docs/track-quality/further-actions/create-a-further-action/index.html): Open a further action on its own or from one or more issues, and describe the problem you're tracking. (102 words)
- [Manage Locations | ION Factory OS 2.0](/content/manual-v2/production/locations/manage-locations/index.html) (287 words)
- [ION Actions examples for Quality | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/features/ion-actions/ion-actions-examples-for-quality/index.html): Build custom quality workflows based on the type of issue (351 words)
- [Steps | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/features/procedures/steps/index.html): Use Loom to record quick videos of your screen and cam. Explain anything clearly and easily – and skip the meeting. An essential tool for hybrid workplaces. (398 words)
- [Set the default availability behavior for issues - ION Manual](/content/docs/administration/quality-settings/set-default-availability-behavior/index.html): Control whether inventory tied to an open issue remains available or is put on hold by default. (58 words)
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- [Create Issues | ION Factory OS 2.0](/content/manual-v2/quality/create-issues/index.html): Create Issues at a moments notice, from anywhere within the application. (363 words)
- [Part-Procedure Relationship | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/features/procedures/part-procedure-relationship/index.html): In this video, I walk you through our inspection procedure for a specific part, highlighting the difference between required and optional inspections. When a part is marked as required and received, it triggers an inspection run, which is crucial for our quality control. In contrast, if the part is marked as optional, no inspection run is created upon receipt. I encourage you to familiarize yourself with these distinctions, as they impact our inventory management processes. Please ensure that you apply this understanding in your upcoming purchases. (302 words)
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- [Manage tool models - ION Manual](/content/docs/build-hardware/tools/manage-tool-models/index.html): Create tool models in the Tools Library, categorize them with subtypes, set maintenance intervals, revise them, and delete them. (382 words)
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- [Part Attributes | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/features/parts-and-trace/part-atributes/index.html): Part attributes allow you to add custom fields to the parts in your part library (165 words)
- [Disposition Types | ION Factory OS 2.0](/content/manual-v2/quality/disposition-types/index.html): Configure issue disposition types and control whether associated inventory stays available, becomes unavailable, or is permanently blocked. (545 words)
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- [Part revision interchangeability | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/features/parts-and-trace/part-revision-interchangeability/index.html): ION supports part revision interchangeability out-of-the-box (149 words)
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- [Editing aBOM build requirements | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/features/parts-and-trace/trace-aboms/editing-abom-build-requirements/index.html): Edit the requirements of the aBOM called "build requirements" (131 words)
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- [Workcenter execution | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/features/runs/workcenter-execution/index.html): A view focused around a single workcenter to streamline medium and high-volume work (390 words)
- [Time Tracking | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/features/runs/time-tracking/index.html): Use Loom to record quick videos of your screen and cam. Explain anything clearly and easily – and skip the meeting. An essential tool for hybrid workplaces. (633 words)
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- [Attributes | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/features/runs/attributes/index.html) (93 words)
- [Redlines | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/features/runs/redlining/index.html) (1,288 words)
- [Scheduling runs | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/features/runs/scheduling/index.html): How to schedule runs in ion and view your factory schedule (196 words)
- [Request Parts | ION Factory OS 2.0](/content/manual-v2/supply-chain/kitting/request-parts/index.html): Create a Kit to Request Parts to be delivered to a Location, In this video, I walk you through the process of creating a kit for requesting parts from our inventory team. I demonstrate how to fill out the necessary details, including assigning the request to yourself and specifying the delivery location, as well as how to request both single and multiple parts. I emphasize the importance of ensuring that kits are actionable by checking available inventory and the option to create partial kits if needed. Additionally, I explain how our system recommends parts based on a first-in, first-out basis, while also allowing for manual overrides. Please make sure to submit your requests and assign them to a material handler to ensure timely delivery. (895 words)
- [Inventory | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/features/parts-and-trace/inventory/index.html): ION Inventory allows you to keep track of your inventory, including locations, suppliers, quantities, serials, lots, and more. (340 words)
- [ION barcode minimum sizes | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/features/barcode-labels/templating/ion-barcode-minimum-sizes/index.html) (137 words)
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- [Purchasing in NetSuite, Receiving in ION | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/integrations/netsuite/netsuite/index.html) (1,057 words)
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- [Scanning | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/features/barcode-labels/scanning/index.html): Scanning workflows are built into ion to perform actions much quicker than mouse + keyboard., Use Loom to record quick videos of your screen and cam. Explain anything clearly and easily – and skip the meeting. An essential tool for hybrid workplaces. (511 words)
- [Dependencies | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/features/procedures/procedure-dependency-manager/index.html): You can manage complex dependencies in ion using the Procedure dependency manager (97 words)
- [Inventory Movement Automations | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/features/parts-and-trace/inventory/inventory-movement-automations/index.html): ION has a few, high confidence inventory movement automations built in to allow you to quickly move inventory throughout your factory and reliably keep your data clean and up to date. (200 words)
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- [Attribute Examples | ION Factory OS 2.0](/content/manual-v2/os/ion-actions/attribute-examples/index.html): Current Status: Available in Customers Sandbox Environments (414 words)
- [Contain Affected Inventory | ION Factory OS 2.0](/content/manual-v2/quality/contain-affected-inventory/index.html): Prevent quality escapes by quickly capturing all defects on one issue ticket. (427 words)
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- [Aug. 2025 ION Actions Transition | ION Factory OS 2.0](/content/manual-v2/os/ion-actions/aug-2025-ion-actions-transition.html): Determine what must change to effectively leverage the improved ION Actions executions rolling out in August 2025. (470 words)
- [Manage part inventory and kitting - ION Manual](/content/docs/api-reference/guides/part-inventory-and-kitting/index.html): Create part inventory through the ION API, issue parts to kits to allocate inventory to runs, and move parts back to inventory. (1,147 words)
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- [Auto Set Custom Attribute | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/workflow-builder/example-flows/auto-set-custom-attribute/index.html): Automatically set the value of a custom attribute when a part is created. (537 words)
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- [Quality Examples | ION Factory OS 2.0](/content/manual-v2/os/ion-actions/quality-examples/index.html) (246 words)
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- [Auto-Consumption of Lineside Inventory - ION Manual](/content/docs/automate-with-ion/integrations/automations/auto-consumption-of-lineside-inventory/index.html): Consume non-serial-tracked inventory from inventory location. (1,319 words)
- [Data Snapshots | ION Factory OS 2.0](/content/manual-v2/platform/data-snapshots/index.html): Create a full snapshot of your organization's data and attachments from ION for backup, compliance, or analytics purposes. (484 words)
- [Create Receipts | ION Factory OS 2.0](/content/manual-v2/supply-chain/receiving/create-receipts/index.html): This guide outlines the steps to create a receipt against a purchase order in ION (244 words)
- [Manage parts and revisions - ION Manual](/content/docs/api-reference/guides/parts-and-part-revisioning/index.html): Query, create, update, revision, and delete Parts through the ION GraphQL API, including custom revision schemes. (1,166 words)
- [ION Actions | ION Factory OS 2.0](/content/manual-v2/os/ion-actions/index.html): ION Actions turn your physical controls into digital guardrails. (496 words)
- [Configure export control - ION Manual](/content/docs/administration/organization-settings/configure-export-control/index.html): Configure identity groups and understand how ION restricts export-controlled parts, procedures, and runs. (410 words)
- [Export run data | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/features/runs/export-runs-data/index.html): Run data can be exported from the Run summary (94 words)
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- [Deleting labels | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/features/labels/deleting-labels/index.html): Delete labels using the API, In this video, I will show you how to delete a label in the application. Deleting a label will remove it from the entire application. Currently, this can only be done through the API. I will guide you through the process of adding a new label, finding its ID and ETAG, and using a mutation to delete it. Pay attention to the important information about ETAGs and how they handle concurrency. Action requested: Watch the video to learn how to delete labels in the application. (136 words)
- [Create a purchase order - ION Manual](/content/docs/manage-supply-chain/purchasing/create-a-purchase-order/index.html): Place an order with a supplier in ION, add lines and parts, and reuse common orders with templates. (1,103 words)
- [Outside Processing | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/features/runs/outside-processing/index.html) (43 words)
- [Overview - ION Manual](/content/docs/build-hardware/tools/index.html): How ION models a tool: a tool model as a part, its serialized inventory, subtypes, maintenance interval, and derived maintenance status. (683 words)
- [Build an API client - ION Manual](/content/docs/api-reference/guides/python-quickstart/index.html): A runnable Python integration template for ION: authenticate, list parts, create a run, and attach a file. (1,017 words)
- [Intent Management | ION Factory OS 2.0](/content/manual-v2/quality/intent-management/index.html): Deploy Intent/Pedigree/Tiers/Grades to the production floor (436 words)
- [Build an aBOM - ION Manual](/content/docs/api-reference/guides/abom-as-built-bill-of-materials-api/index.html): Build an as-built bill of materials (aBOM) with the ION API: install parts and manage build requirements. (316 words)
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- [Manage mBOM items - ION Manual](/content/docs/api-reference/guides/mboms/index.html): Query and manage mBOM items and substitutes through the ION GraphQL API. (749 words)
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- [Overview - ION Manual](/content/docs/administration/ion-importers/index.html): Use CSV imports to bulk-create or update records in ION., Use Loom to record quick videos of your screen and cam. Explain anything clearly and easily – and skip the meeting. An essential tool for hybrid workplaces. (888 words)
- [Migrate to the new aBOM API - ION Manual](/content/docs/api-reference/abom-actions-for-developers/index.html): Update API, ION Actions, webhooks, and SQL from the legacy AbomItems model to BuildRequirements and AbomInstallations. (640 words)
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- [Configure general settings - ION Manual](/content/docs/administration/organization-settings/configure-general-settings/index.html): Update your organization's name and logo in ION. (73 words)
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- [Issues | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/features/quality/issues/index.html): Capture non-conformances on your production floor. (1,459 words)
- [Upload a file - ION Manual](/content/docs/api-reference/guides/file-upload/index.html): Upload files to ION with a three-step flow: request a signed upload URL, send the file directly to ION's file storage, then register the attachment. (1,126 words)
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- [Manage procedure steps - ION Manual](/content/docs/build-hardware/procedures/manage-procedure-steps/index.html): Add steps to a procedure, configure them as content or datagrid steps, and copy, nest, reorder, and locate them. (1,095 words)
- [Edit part policies in a plan - ION Manual](/content/docs/manage-supply-chain/planning/part-policies/index.html): Set the planning and purchasing policy Autoplan applies per part, review the effect of each value, and edit policies in bulk via CSV. (413 words)
- [manual/integrations/netsuite-md.html](/content/manual/integrations/netsuite-md.html) (1,060 words)
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- [Create a run - ION Manual](/content/docs/api-reference/guides/runs/index.html): Create a run from a procedure using the ION GraphQL API. (87 words)
- [Create and fulfill kits - ION Manual](/content/docs/manage-supply-chain/kitting/create-and-fulfill-kits/index.html): Request parts into a kit, then fulfill it with specific inventory. (958 words)
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- [Okta SAML connection setup | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/adminstration/administration-and-configuration/single-sign-on-sso/okta-saml-connection-setup/index.html): A SAML connection requires work from both your administrator and First Resonance., Hey, this is Matt. In this video, I'll be providing some final information about the Octa SAML set up with Ion. I'll show you how to access the Ion application from the Octa dashboard and what happens if you're not logged in. Unfortunately, we haven't found a way to bypass the login step yet. (144 words)
- [Manage inventory records - ION Manual](/content/docs/manage-supply-chain/inventory/manage-inventory-records/index.html): Add, move, adjust, and review inventory records on the Inventory page, and act on several at once. (430 words)
- [Attributes | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/features/procedures/steps/attributes/index.html): Add step attributes to categorize your procedure operations (164 words)
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- [Receiving | ION Factory OS 2.0](/content/manual-v2/supply-chain/receiving/index.html) (79 words)
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- [Manage API keys - ION Manual](/content/docs/api-reference/authentication/api-keys/index.html): Create, use, list, rotate, disable, and delete ION API keys for machine-to-machine integrations. (683 words)
- [Overview - ION Manual](/content/docs/administration/authentication-settings/index.html): How authentication works in ION: email and password or SSO, and the domain verification that ties users to your organization. (279 words)
- [Data Imprinting | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/automations/intent-management-grade-tier-pedigree/data-imprinting/index.html): Transfer data seamlessly between ION objects (385 words)
- [Manage BOM versions - ION Manual](/content/docs/build-hardware/bills-of-materials/versions/index.html): How mBOMs are versioned over time, what triggers a new version, and how in-flight runs handle BOM changes. (665 words)
- [Scrap inventory - ION Manual](/content/docs/manage-supply-chain/inventory/scrap-inventory/index.html): Scrap inventory directly to make it unavailable for use, including partial quantities. (150 words)
- [Datagrid | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/features/procedures/steps/datagrid/index.html) (181 words)
- [Search parts and reach inventory - ION Manual](/content/docs/build-hardware/parts/inventory-search/index.html): Search and filter the Parts Library, then navigate from a part to its on-hand inventory. (515 words)
- [Locations | ION Factory OS 2.0](/content/manual-v2/production/locations/index.html) (14 words)
- [Rotate your SAML signing certificate - ION Manual](/content/docs/administration/authentication-settings/sso/rotate-saml-certificate/index.html): Replace an expiring or rotated SAML signing certificate on your SSO connection without opening a support ticket. (963 words)
- [Configure PrintNode server printing - ION Manual](/content/docs/build-hardware/labels-and-scanning/printing/server-based-barcode-printing-printnode/index.html): Connect ION to PrintNode so printers are managed centrally and operators can print from any workstation without local setup. (460 words)
- [manual/workflow-builder/first-resonance-ion-component-md.html](/content/manual/workflow-builder/first-resonance-ion-component-md.html) (216 words)
- [Manage domains - ION Manual](/content/docs/administration/authentication-settings/manage-domains/index.html): Claim and verify your company's email domain so ION can route users to your organization at login. (222 words)
- [Run Step to Smartsheet Sync | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/integrations/smartsheet/run-step-to-smartsheet-sync/index.html): Automatically push ION run step status and timestamps to a Smartsheet row when a run step is updated. (492 words)
- [Overview - ION Manual](/content/docs/build-hardware/bills-of-materials/index.html): How ION models a build's parts list: the mBOM plan, the aBOM record, and the build requirements that bridge them at run time. (687 words)
- [Made on assembly (MOA) - ION Manual](/content/docs/build-hardware/bills-of-materials/made-on-assembly/index.html): Sub-assemblies that get built directly onto the parent rather than as separate runs, including when to use MOA, how it changes the workflow, how it preserves traceability, and how to fix missing installs. (827 words)
- [Paginate query results - ION Manual](/content/docs/api-reference/guides/pagination/index.html): Use cursor-based pagination to fetch large GraphQL result sets in batches and avoid timeouts. (329 words)
- [Kit parts to a run - ION Manual](/content/docs/manage-supply-chain/kitting/kit-parts-to-a-run/index.html): Reserve parts against a specific run by requesting kits from the run, then install them on run steps straight from the kit. (563 words)
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- [Assign installation requirements - ION Manual](/content/docs/build-hardware/procedures/installation-requirements-beta/index.html): Add installation-requirement steps that tie build requirements to procedure steps with traceability. (1,367 words)
- [Set up webhooks - ION Manual](/content/docs/api-reference/guides/webhooks/index.html): Register, subscribe, secure, and test a webhook receiver so your service reacts to changes in ION. (1,254 words)
- [Further Actions - CAPA | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/features/quality/further-actions-capa/index.html): How You Can Handle CAPA Programs Within ION, In this video, I demonstrate how the Further Actions module can be used to address recurring supplier-related non-conformances. By linking issue tickets to Further Actions, we can track and resolve supplier issues effectively. I show how to create and link Further Actions, attach necessary documentation, and close out actions upon approval. Viewers are encouraged to understand the process and take action on supplier issues promptly., In this video, I discuss how to address internal non-conformances within an organization by identifying common issues, creating further actions, and updating procedures to prevent future occurrences. I demonstrate the process of creating runs, assigning tasks, and seeking validation for resolution. Action requested: Watch the video to understand the workflow for managing internal issues effectively., In this video, I explain a simple use case related to further actions in a work setting. I discuss identifying improvement opportunities, assigning responsibilities, updating procedures, and ensuring completion through documentation. No specific action is requested from viewers, but understanding this process is crucial for effective workflow management. (847 words)
- [Update run step fields - ION Manual](/content/docs/api-reference/guides/automatically-updating-fields-in-runs/index.html): Query the fields on a run step and update a field value with the GraphQL API. (231 words)
- [Serial and lot tracking - ION Manual](/content/docs/build-hardware/parts/serial-lot-tracking/index.html): The three part tracking types and how to pick the right one for each part. (476 words)
- [Configure run enforcement - ION Manual](/content/docs/administration/production-settings/configure-run-enforcement/index.html): Set which rules ION enforces when runs are in progress or completing. (263 words)
- [Manufacturing BOM (mBOM) - ION Manual](/content/docs/build-hardware/bills-of-materials/manufacturing-bom/index.html): How the manufacturing BOM defines the planned structure of a build, including line items, quantities, alternates, and how runs consume it. (255 words)
- [manual/features/purchasing/purchase-orders/purchase-order-approvals-md.html](/content/manual/features/purchasing/purchase-orders/purchase-order-approvals-md.html) (707 words)
- [Configure Zebra Browser Print - ION Manual](/content/docs/build-hardware/labels-and-scanning/printing/configuring-printing-in-ion/index.html): Download Zebra Browser Print and connect it to ION for workstation-attached Zebra printer support. (260 words)
- [Configure procedure reviewer roles - ION Manual](/content/docs/administration/production-settings/configure-procedure-reviewer-roles/index.html): Set which roles must approve a procedure before it can be released. (121 words)
- [Kanban kitting - ION Manual](/content/docs/manage-supply-chain/kitting/kanban-kitting/index.html): Run a reusable kit container that cycles between inventory and the line for high-volume repeat builds. (198 words)
- [Create label templates - ION Manual](/content/docs/build-hardware/labels-and-scanning/templating/index.html): Author ZPL barcode label templates in organization settings using variables to inject entity data like serial numbers, part numbers, and run IDs. (169 words)
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- [Approve Purchases | ION Factory OS 2.0](/content/manual-v2/supply-chain/readme/approve-purchases/index.html): This guide outlines the steps required to submit a purchase order for approval and the subsequent approval process. (290 words)
- [Require barcode scanning for installations - ION Manual](/content/docs/administration/production-settings/require-barcode-scanning-for-installations/index.html): Require barcode scanning when you install inventory on an aBOM. (68 words)
- [Set the redline approver count - ION Manual](/content/docs/administration/production-settings/set-redline-approver-count/index.html): Set how many approvals are required before a redline is applied in ION. (47 words)
- [manual/api/webhooks-md.html](/content/manual/api/webhooks-md.html) (696 words)
- [Enable auto-submit redlines - ION Manual](/content/docs/administration/quality-settings/enable-auto-submit-redlines/index.html): Automatically apply a redline's changes once all required reviewers have approved. (47 words)
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- [Redline a run - ION Manual](/content/docs/build-hardware/runs-and-execution/redlines-and-deviations/index.html): Modify a procedure mid-run when reality diverges from the plan, adding steps, editing fields, and documenting deviations without losing traceability or breaking parallel batched runs. (1,193 words)
- [CXOs - ION Manual](/content/docs/getting-started/role-guides/cxos/index.html): How executives and cross-functional leaders use ION: analytics, the data spine, and the questions ION can answer about your operation. (413 words)
- [Run a step - ION Manual](/content/docs/build-hardware/runs-and-execution/step-execution/index.html): Run a step through fields, measurements, pass/fail, approval gates, sign-off, and the failure paths. (1,106 words)
- [NetSuite | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/integrations/netsuite/index.html) (1,126 words)
- [Manage run batches - ION Manual](/content/docs/build-hardware/runs-and-execution/run-batches/index.html): Group runs that share steps so a single sign-off, redline, or status change propagates to every batched run at once. (1,426 words)
- [Edit time-tracking session data - ION Manual](/content/docs/api-reference/guides/edit-time-tracking-session-data/index.html): Update the check-in and check-out times for a time-tracking session through the ION GraphQL API. (121 words)
- [Smartsheet | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/integrations/smartsheet/index.html): Smartsheet Integration, In this video, I will guide you through the process of integrating Smart Sheet with Ion. We will start by understanding how each row in Smart Sheet corresponds to a run in Ion, and how the columns contain relevant information about the run. We will then create a new run in Ion and observe how it updates in Smart Sheet. Next, we will add start and end dates to the run in Ion and see how they reflect in Smart Sheet. Finally, we will explore the reverse process of updating the start date in Smart Sheet and observing the changes in Ion. Join me in this informative video to learn more about the seamless integration between Smart Sheet and Ion. (840 words)
- [Split inventory on a run - ION Manual](/content/docs/build-hardware/runs-and-execution/split-inventory-on-a-run/index.html): Split a subset of in-process units off a run into a separate inventory location while the rest of the run continues. (834 words)
- [Complete and review a run - ION Manual](/content/docs/build-hardware/runs-and-execution/completion-and-review/index.html): Move a run to complete, run the data-review checklist, close open redlines and issues, and produce the records downstream consumers will need. (781 words)
- [Deploying Integrations and Automations | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/integrations/deploying-integrations-and-automations/index.html): This page outlines the steps to successfully deploy both integrations and automations within ions Integrations page. (1,011 words)
- [Print a label - ION Manual](/content/docs/build-hardware/labels-and-scanning/printing/index.html): Pick a label template, choose a printer, and print barcode labels over the browser or print-server path. (896 words)
- [Trace as-built inventory - ION Manual](/content/docs/build-hardware/bills-of-materials/trace-as-built/index.html): Explore a unit's as-built genealogy interactively: what was installed into it, and which parent assemblies contain it. (257 words)
- [Create a run - ION Manual](/content/docs/build-hardware/runs-and-execution/starting-a-run/index.html): Create a run by binding a procedure to a part inventory, configure pre-run options, and assign it to an operator or work center. (866 words)
- [Export run data - ION Manual](/content/docs/build-hardware/runs-and-execution/export-runs-data/index.html): Export a run's data, optionally bundled with its attachments, from the run's More options menu. (124 words)
- [Overview - ION Manual](/content/docs/manage-supply-chain/inventory/index.html): How ION models physical material as serials, lots, and untracked quantities at locations, its statuses, and the operations that keep it accurate. (780 words)
- [Manage standard steps - ION Manual](/content/docs/build-hardware/procedures/standard-steps/index.html): Create, review, and reuse standard steps so shared instructions stay in sync across every procedure and run that uses them. (854 words)
- [docs/api-reference/index.html](/content/docs/api-reference/index.html) (509 words)
- [PDF Generator | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/integrations/pdf-generator/index.html): How to export data from ION in the form of a PDF (673 words)
- [Manage team roles - ION Manual](/content/docs/administration/users-and-permissions/manage-team-roles/index.html): Assign roles to a team so all team members inherit those permissions. (140 words)
- [Imprint Attributes from One Object to Another on a Desired Event | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/automations/imprint-attributes-from-one-object-to-another-on-a-desired-event.html): This functionality is usefully to automate population of like attributes across many objects., Today, I demonstrate how to deploy an automation to transfer attributes between objects in ION. Specifically, I showcase transferring the pedigree attribute from a purchase order line to an inventory line upon receipt. I guide through naming the automation, setting up the transfer, and ensuring attribute consistency. No action requested from viewers. (128 words)
- [Time tracking - ION Manual](/content/docs/build-hardware/runs-and-execution/time-tracking/index.html): Review and edit the check-in and check-out sessions that capture labor time on run steps. (660 words)
- [Overview - ION Manual](/content/docs/manage-supply-chain/kitting/index.html): How ION models a kit: the parts it requests, the inventory that fulfills it, its statuses, and its link to a run. (621 words)
- [Deactivate a user - ION Manual](/content/docs/administration/users-and-permissions/deactivate-a-user/index.html): Remove a user's access to ION without deleting their history or records. (105 words)
- [Data model - ION Manual](/content/docs/api-reference/data-model/index.html): How ION's core entities relate to each other and how they map to terminology in adjacent systems (ERP, MES, PLM, QMS). (1,353 words)
- [Set up SSO - ION Manual](/content/docs/administration/authentication-settings/sso/set-up-sso/index.html): Connect your identity provider to ION so your team can sign in with their existing company credentials. (587 words)
- [docs/automate-with-ion/index.html](/content/docs/automate-with-ion/index.html) (1,830 words)
- [Overview - ION Manual](/content/docs/track-quality/issues/index.html): How ION models an issue: its lifecycle states, dispositions, approval gates, and links to inventory, runs, and steps. (714 words)
- [Manage teams - ION Manual](/content/docs/administration/users-and-permissions/manage-teams/index.html): Create and delete the teams that group users so they can be assigned and notified collectively. (59 words)
- [Auto-Consumption of Lineside Inventory | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/automations/auto-consumption-of-lineside-inventory/index.html): Consume non-serial-tracked inventory from inventory location. (721 words)
- [Made on Assembly (MOA) | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/features/parts-and-trace/manufacturing-bill-of-materials-mbom/made-on-assembly-moa/index.html): Design your mBOM to build multiple levels of an assembly on the same work instructions. (488 words)
- [Reference designators - ION Manual](/content/docs/build-hardware/bills-of-materials/reference-designators/index.html): Positional identifiers on a build requirement, including when to use them, how operators install against specific positions, and why they matter for traceability. (524 words)
- [SOLIDWORKS | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/integrations/solidworks/index.html): SOLIDWORKS Pro PDM Integration (514 words)
- [manual/plans-and-autoplan/generate-new-demand-md.html](/content/manual/plans-and-autoplan/generate-new-demand-md.html) (803 words)
- [manual/api/api-keys-md.html](/content/manual/api/api-keys-md.html) (475 words)
- [Datum | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/integrations/datum/index.html) (412 words)
- [Role based access control | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/features/application-settings/role-based-access-control/index.html): Use Loom to record quick videos of your screen and cam. Explain anything clearly and easily – and skip the meeting. An essential tool for hybrid workplaces. (503 words)
- [Interactive API explorer | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/api/interactive-api-explorer/index.html): The ION UI application has a built-in API explorer to help you navigate the API, Use Loom to record quick videos of your screen and cam. Explain anything clearly and easily – and skip the meeting. An essential tool for hybrid workplaces. (378 words)
- [ION Factory OS](/content/manual/making-guides-and-instructional-videos/index.html) (33 words)
- [Send a step to outside processing - ION Manual](/content/docs/build-hardware/runs-and-execution/outside-processing/index.html): Send a part and an in-process operation out to a supplier on a purchase order, then receive it back into the run. (284 words)
- [Auto Assign Issue on Creation | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/automations/auto-assign-issue-on-creation/index.html): Automatically assign issues upon issue creation. (587 words)
- [Purchase Order PDF and Versions | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/automations/purchase-order-pdf-and-versions/index.html) (424 words)
- [Automatically Send Purchases to Suppliers | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/automations/automatically-send-purchases-to-suppliers/index.html): Automatically send emails to the supplier with the purchase PDF attached., Use Loom to record quick videos of your screen and cam. Explain anything clearly and easily – and skip the meeting. An essential tool for hybrid workplaces., Use Loom to record quick videos of your screen and cam. Explain anything clearly and easily – and skip the meeting. An essential tool for hybrid workplaces. (528 words)
- [PO lines editability changes | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/features/purchasing/purchase-orders/po-lines-editability-changes/index.html): Changes coming the week of July 28th to simplify the current PO line and PO status experience. (524 words)
- [Error codes - ION Manual](/content/docs/api-reference/error-codes/index.html): HTTP status codes and GraphQL error payloads ION returns: what each one means, what causes it, and how to fix it. (1,493 words)
- [Cofactr | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/integrations/cofactr/index.html) (120 words)
- [Webhooks | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/api/webhooks/index.html): Webhooks allow you to get realtime event information from ION, as soon as it happens., Use Loom to record quick videos of your screen and cam. Explain anything clearly and easily – and skip the meeting. An essential tool for hybrid workplaces. (734 words)
- [Intent Management / Grade / Tier / Pedigree | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/automations/intent-management-grade-tier-pedigree/index.html): This page exemplifies the ability ION has to deploy intent management to your production floor. (417 words)
- [Set up a work center - ION Manual](/content/docs/build-hardware/locations-and-work-centers/set-up-a-work-center/index.html): Designate a location as a work center so operators can execute runs and run steps there. (205 words)
- [Example requests - ION Manual](/content/docs/api-reference/examples/index.html): The most common queries and mutations you can run on the ION API (934 words)
- [Manage locations - ION Manual](/content/docs/build-hardware/locations-and-work-centers/manage-locations/index.html): Create locations, organize them into a hierarchy, edit their details, and archive or delete them from the Factory area. (382 words)
- [Invite a user - ION Manual](/content/docs/administration/users-and-permissions/invite-a-user/index.html): Send an email invitation to add a new person to your ION organization. (192 words)
- [Manage team members - ION Manual](/content/docs/administration/users-and-permissions/manage-team-members/index.html): Add users to a team so they inherit the team's roles and can be assigned and notified as a group. (120 words)
- [Manage user roles - ION Manual](/content/docs/administration/users-and-permissions/manage-user-roles/index.html): Add or remove roles directly on a user's profile to control what they can do in ION. (185 words)
- [Design Engineering - ION Manual](/content/docs/getting-started/role-guides/design-engineering/index.html): How design engineers use ION: releasing parts and BOMs, authoring procedures, and keeping the design intent connected to what actually gets built. (400 words)
- [Manage roles - ION Manual](/content/docs/administration/users-and-permissions/manage-roles/index.html): Create and delete the roles that group the permissions you assign to users and teams. (90 words)
- [manual/integrations/procurable-md.html](/content/manual/integrations/procurable-md.html) (177 words)
- [Schedule a run - ION Manual](/content/docs/build-hardware/runs-and-execution/scheduling/index.html): How to schedule runs in ION and view your factory schedule. (193 words)
- [Procedure best practices - ION Manual](/content/docs/build-hardware/procedures/procedure-best-practices/index.html): Patterns for combining steps, standard steps, and nesting to build procedures that scale. (420 words)
- [First Resonance | Videos | Accelerate America’s Manufacturing Agility and Supply Chain Resilience Webinar](/content/videos/accelerate-americas-manufacturing-agility-and-supply-chain-resilience-webinar.html): This webinar explores how cultural and technological shifts are driving innovation in manufacturing, offering actionable insights and strategies to tackle these pressing challenges. Drawing from lessons learned at SpaceX and the transformative impact of platforms like the ION Factory OS, we demonstrate how these advancements are empowering organizations to achieve operational excellence. (556 words)
- [Ramp | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/integrations/ramp/index.html): Connect out to payment system Ramp to enable bill pay and three way matching functionality (253 words)
- [manual/integrations/integrating-with-erp-best-practices-md.html](/content/manual/integrations/integrating-with-erp-best-practices-md.html) (584 words)
- [manual/plans-and-autoplan/group-plan-items-with-the-same-date-md.html](/content/manual/plans-and-autoplan/group-plan-items-with-the-same-date-md.html) (284 words)
- [Run steps at a work center - ION Manual](/content/docs/build-hardware/runs-and-execution/workcenter-execution/index.html): Work a queue of open run steps for a single work center, completing them in sequence and delivering each to its next location. (151 words)
- [manual/automations/auto-checkout-of-run-steps-md.html](/content/manual/automations/auto-checkout-of-run-steps-md.html) (433 words)
- [Pagination | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/api/pagination/index.html): Make sure to include pagination parameters in queries to avoid network time out errors (407 words)
- [docs/build-hardware/index.html](/content/docs/build-hardware/index.html) (609 words)
- [Plan Reservations | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/plans-and-autoplan/plan-reservations/index.html): Create plan reservations to hard allocate supply to demand., In this video, I provide an overview of Plan Reservations and Auto Plan. I explain how these features work together and demonstrate how to create a plan reservation using the back end API. I also show how to update and delete plan reservations. The video concludes with a reminder to use plan reservations wisely to avoid unnecessary changes as supply and demand fluctuate. (373 words)
- [Silkline Integration | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/integrations/silkline-integration/index.html) (96 words)
- [Sandbox & dev environments - ION Manual](/content/docs/api-reference/sandbox/index.html): Request a non-production ION environment for integration development, learn what differs from production, and promote your integration when it's ready. (710 words)
- [Teamcenter | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/integrations/teamcenter/index.html): Teamcenter PLM Integration (76 words)
- [Independent schedules | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/plans-and-autoplan/independent-schedules/index.html): Toggle the independence of schedules to form schedule hierarchies. (455 words)
- [Manage step dependencies - ION Manual](/content/docs/build-hardware/procedures/procedure-dependency-manager/index.html): Manage which steps depend on others so changes propagate correctly. (71 words)
- [Reference designators | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/features/parts-and-trace/manufacturing-bill-of-materials-mbom/reference-designators/index.html): Define positions in the mBOM that are useful for installation traceability (157 words)
- [Access Tokens | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/api/access-tokens/index.html): Get and use access tokens to make API calls (284 words)
- [Set Close by Run Step on Issue Creation | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/automations/set-close-by-run-step-on-issue-creation/index.html): Automatically set a run step in the "resolve issue by step" field on ION Issues. Configurable as either the next run step or the last step in the run. (468 words)
- [manual/features/purchasing/receiving-inspection-md.html](/content/manual/features/purchasing/receiving-inspection-md.html) (310 words)
- [ION basics - ION Manual](/content/docs/getting-started/ion-basics/index.html): Global tools for working in ION: the dashboard, Search, personal settings, chat support and tickets, the sandbox, and supported browsers and devices. (793 words)
- [API Change Policy | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/api/api-change-policy/index.html) (337 words)
- [Customer S3 Delivery Setup - ION Manual](/content/docs/administration/customer-s3-delivery-setup/index.html): Set up an S3 bucket in your AWS account to receive automated data snapshots from ION. (616 words)
- [API Keys | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/api/api-keys/index.html): ION features the ability to create API client credential sets which can be used by developers to create automated systems that interact with ION's core features., In this video, I will show you how to create an API key that can be used for integrations, automations, and applications. I will guide you through the process of copying the mutation and pasting it into our API. I will also explain how to use the API key for different automations and integrations. No action is required from you, but this video will provide important information for anyone who wants to use our API. (399 words)
- [Purchasing and Supply Chain Specialists - ION Manual](/content/docs/getting-started/role-guides/purchasing-and-supply-chain-specialists/index.html): How purchasing and supply chain teams use ION: POs, receiving, inventory, supplier data, and feeding real consumption signal into MRP. (333 words)
- [First Resonance | Videos | First Resonance x SME: Unleashing the Power of Best-in-Class Tools in Modern Manufacturing](/content/videos/first-resonance-x-sme-unleashing-the-power-of-best-in-class-tools-in-modern-manufacturing.html): Build a future-ready tech stack in this on-demand webinar. You’ll discover the key ingredients for a robust and scalable tech stack, ensuring your factory is prepared to leverage the principles of smart manufacturing. Our speakers, Karan Talati (CEO of First Resonance), Rob Pakalski (CEO of Datum Source), and Heatherly Bucher (Director of Strategic Alliances at Arena, a PTC Company) will explore the transformative potential of utilizing top-tier tools in today’s manufacturing operations. (191 words)
- [API playground - ION Manual](/content/docs/api-reference/playground/index.html): Explore the ION GraphQL schema, write queries, and run them against your tenant from the docs. (349 words)
- [Auto-approve part-procedure relationships | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/automations/auto-approve-part-procedure-relationships/index.html): When parts are associated with a procedure, that association needs to be approved. Automate that. (358 words)
- [Auto Populate PO Line Attributes | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/automations/auto-populate-po-line-attributes/index.html) (422 words)
- [manual/features/parts-and-trace-md.html](/content/manual/features/parts-and-trace-md.html) (976 words)
- [First Resonance | Videos | Live Webinar Recap: What’s Coming to ION Factory OS in Spring 2025](/content/videos/live-webinar-recap-whats-coming-to-ion-factory-os-in-spring-2025.html): This product update webinar provides an exclusive look at the latest advancements coming to ION Factory OS in Spring 2025, including AI-powered automation, supply chain enhancements, and strengthened security and compliance features. Key updates include ION Intelligence, an invite-only AI tool designed to automate workflows, proactively address quality issues, and optimize decision-making. With insights from First Resonance executives, this session showcases the latest in how ION’s cutting-edge technology empowers manufacturers to scale faster, reduce costly delays, and achieve operational excellence. (130 words)
- [manual/api/how-to-create-an-app-with-ion-md.html](/content/manual/api/how-to-create-an-app-with-ion-md.html) (574 words)
- [Procurable | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/integrations/procurable/index.html) (60 words)
- [MCP - ION Manual](/content/docs/api-reference/mcp-server/index.html): Connect AI agents like OpenAI Codex, Claude, and Cursor to ION through the Model Context Protocol (MCP) server. (470 words)
- [manual/plans-and-autoplan/manualy-changing-autoplan-status-md.html](/content/manual/plans-and-autoplan/manualy-changing-autoplan-status-md.html) (180 words)
- [Group plan items with the same date | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/plans-and-autoplan/group-plan-items-with-the-same-date/index.html): In this video, I explain how to change a setting in the auto plan to not group plan items. By default, auto plan groups plan items with the same date and part, which may not be beneficial for some people. I demonstrate how to turn off this setting by updating the organization's e-tag. After making the change, I rerun auto-plan to show the updated results. No action is requested from the viewers. (138 words)
- [First Resonance | Videos | First Resonance x SME Webinar](/content/videos/first-resonance-x-sme-webinar/index.html): Dive into the world of manufacturing data and its pivotal role in optimizing factory processes. From tracking labor and assembly times to monitoring quality approvals and modifications, every data point holds immense value. In this webinar, discover how enhanced data visibility can address challenges faced by manufacturers, from traceability during recalls to identifying the root cause of critical failures. (95 words)
- [Production Technicians and Operators - ION Manual](/content/docs/getting-started/role-guides/production-technicians-and-operators/index.html): How floor operators use ION: run execution, scanning parts, capturing data, and raising issues without leaving your workstation. (330 words)
- [Getting started - ION Manual](/content/docs/api-reference/getting-started/index.html): Make your first authenticated GraphQL request to the ION API. (509 words)
- [First Resonance | Videos | First Resonance x Duro Webinar](/content/videos/first-resonance-x-duro-webinar/index.html): In this insightful discussion, Karan Talati, CEO of First Resonance, and Michael Corr, CEO of Duro explore the urgent need for improved collaboration strategies within engineering and manufacturing teams. Discover how engineers can benefit from more integrated design-sharing processes, and learn how technicians on the factory floor can ensure they’re working with the latest, most accurate information to reduce error cycle time. Gain actionable insights and tips to enhance teamwork and efficiency, driving your projects toward success with less friction and faster outcomes. (135 words)
- [First Resonance | Videos | How Machina Labs Turned Procurement into a Strategic Advantage](/content/videos/how-machina-labs-turned-procurement-into-a-strategic-advantage.html): Missed our recent webinar with Machina Labs and Silkline? Catch the full discussion on how Machina Labs’ Head of Purchasing, Robert Reeser, overcame four key sourcing challenges to turn procurement into a strategic advantage. Featuring insights from Isaac Chambers (Silkline CEO) and Karan Talati (First Resonance CEO), this conversation is a must-watch for manufacturing leaders driving innovation. (126 words)
- [Create an issue - ION Manual](/content/docs/track-quality/issues/create-an-issue/index.html): Raise a quality issue in ION, attach the affected parts, runs, and run steps, and route it to the right person. (329 words)
- [Examples | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/api/examples/index.html) (60 words)
- [Auto-Update mBOM Revision on Part Revision Update | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/automations/auto-update-mbom-revision-on-part-revision-update/index.html): This page details the automation built to revise mBOM which contain parts that have a new revision avaialble. (284 words)
- [Quality Engineering - ION Manual](/content/docs/getting-started/role-guides/quality-engineering/index.html): How quality engineers use ION: issues and NCRs, dispositions, CAPA workflows, and turning manufacturing data into upstream improvements. (354 words)
- [Changelog | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/api/changelog/index.html): Changelog for the API, including breaking changes and deprecation warnings. (59 words)
- [About GraphQL | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/api/about-graphql/index.html): ION provides GraphQL API, which is used across first-class clients built by First Resonance, as well as provided to clients like you. (170 words)
- [Autoplan | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/plans-and-autoplan/autoplan/index.html): Use Autoplan to help schedule your factory, Use Loom to record quick videos of your screen and cam. Explain anything clearly and easily – and skip the meeting. An essential tool for hybrid workplaces., Use Loom to record quick videos of your screen and cam. Explain anything clearly and easily – and skip the meeting. An essential tool for hybrid workplaces. (579 words)
- [Inventory requests | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/features/kitting/inventory-requests/index.html) (85 words)
- [Custom analytics with the Data Connector - ION Manual](/content/docs/automate-with-ion/analytics-and-dashboards/index.html): Connecting your BI tools to ION data through the Data Connector, and how to troubleshoot a dashboard that looks wrong. (528 words)
- [Custom attributes - ION Manual](/content/docs/administration/custom-attributes/index.html): Add org-defined metadata fields to ION records (procedures, runs, parts, issues, and more) from Settings. (564 words)
- [Security and compliance - ION Manual](/content/docs/administration/security-and-compliance/index.html): How First Resonance handles backups, encryption, and data access for ION. (92 words)
- [API change policy - ION Manual](/content/docs/api-reference/api-change-policy/index.html): How First Resonance handles API stability and breaking changes. (170 words)
- [Data Snapshots - ION Manual](/content/docs/administration/data-snapshots/index.html): Create a full snapshot of your organization's data and attachments from ION for backup, compliance, or analytics purposes. (490 words)
- [Quality reporting - ION Manual](/content/docs/track-quality/quality-reporting/index.html): See quality metrics in the Analytics Quality tab, and build your own reports from quality data. (127 words)
- [manual/automations-md.html](/content/manual/automations-md.html) (306 words)
- [Export data - ION Manual](/content/docs/administration/export-data/index.html): Export ION data to CSV or Excel on demand or on a schedule, track each export job, and download the finished file. (396 words)
- [manual/plans-and-autoplan-md.html](/content/manual/plans-and-autoplan-md.html) (470 words)
- [Clear to build reporting | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/plans-and-autoplan/clear-to-build-reporting/index.html): In this video, I explain the concept of notable assembly in the Clear to Build report. Notable assembly is a way to break down the bill of materials into reportable pieces. I demonstrate how to set up a notable assembly by creating a custom attribute and assigning it to different components of a Lego stunt plane. By populating the custom attribute key in the report, you can generate a breakdown with these custom attributes. No action is requested from the viewers, but this video provides important information for understanding the Clear to Build report. (271 words)
- [Analytics | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/ion-analytics/index.html): Allowing you to easily visualize and share data within your organization, Use Loom to record quick videos of your screen and cam. Explain anything clearly and easily – and skip the meeting. An essential tool for hybrid workplaces., Use Loom to record quick videos of your screen and cam. Explain anything clearly and easily – and skip the meeting. An essential tool for hybrid workplaces., Use Loom to record quick videos of your screen and cam. Explain anything clearly and easily – and skip the meeting. An essential tool for hybrid workplaces., Use Loom to record quick videos of your screen and cam. Explain anything clearly and easily – and skip the meeting. An essential tool for hybrid workplaces. (957 words)
- [Tool Utilization | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/training/standard-operating-procedures/tool-utilization/index.html): Set up tools in ION and track where they are being used (444 words)
- [Firm and blocked plan items | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/plans-and-autoplan/firm-and-blocked-plan-items/index.html): Using firming and blocking to help status your build (245 words)
- [manual/plans-and-autoplan/autoplan-suggested-suppliers-and-procedures-md.html](/content/manual/plans-and-autoplan/autoplan-suggested-suppliers-and-procedures-md.html) (125 words)
- [Changelog - ION Manual](/content/docs/api-reference/changelog/index.html): Record of ION API changes, including breaking changes and deprecation warnings. (20 words)
- [SLAs | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/ion-analytics/slas/index.html) (255 words)
- [manual/plans-and-autoplan/plan-input-serial-numbers-md.html](/content/manual/plans-and-autoplan/plan-input-serial-numbers-md.html) (109 words)
- [Location constraints | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/plans-and-autoplan/location-constraints/index.html): A simple, yet powerful method for constraining which inventory locations can feed a plan (182 words)
- [manual/features/parts-and-trace/inventory/inventory-merging-md.html](/content/manual/features/parts-and-trace/inventory/inventory-merging-md.html) (1,009 words)
- [manual/plans-and-autoplan/running-autoplan-on-a-schedule-md.html](/content/manual/plans-and-autoplan/running-autoplan-on-a-schedule-md.html) (205 words)
- [Applying a calendar | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/plans-and-autoplan/applying-a-calendar/index.html): Apply a simple calendar to Autoplan to exclude non-working days for make parts (274 words)
- [Drive demand below buy parts configuration | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/plans-and-autoplan/drive-demand-below-buy-parts-configuration/index.html): Toggle whether demand should be driven below buy parts (117 words)
- [Drive demand from kits | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/plans-and-autoplan/drive-demand-from-kits/index.html): It is possible to have Autoplan drive demand from kits instead of aBOM requirements (79 words)
- [SIEM integration - ION Manual](/content/docs/administration/siem-integration/index.html): How to pull ION data into your SIEM using the GraphQL API. (149 words)
- [Autoplan suggested suppliers and procedures | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/plans-and-autoplan/autoplan-suggested-suppliers-and-procedures/index.html): Based on data in ION, Autoplan will infer the supplier or procedure that should be used (144 words)
- [Plan input serial numbers | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/plans-and-autoplan/plan-input-serial-numbers/index.html): Serialize or add a name to schedules for higher fidelity tracking (138 words)
- [Runs | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/features/runs/index.html): Runs are instances of activities in your manufacturing process, In this video, I will guide you through the process of archiving a run. I will start by creating a run and auto-generating a serial number. Then, I will intentionally omit a procedure to demonstrate a mistake. Next, I will show you how to proceed with archiving the run by removing unwanted parts and clicking the archive button. After archiving, the run will no longer be visible in the runs section. Finally, I will create a new run with the same serial number, but this time I will associate a procedure. (868 words)
- [Notifications | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/api/examples/notifications/index.html): Describes process for notifying users upon configurable events. For example, if a run of a specific procedure is completed, notify the production manager. (417 words)
- [Autoplan glossary | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/plans-and-autoplan/autoplan-glossary/index.html) (214 words)
- [Labels - ION Manual](/content/docs/administration/labels/index.html): Create and delete the shared labels used to tag and group procedures, runs, purchases, issues, and other records across ION. (190 words)
- [Containment - ION Manual](/content/docs/track-quality/containment/index.html): Stop suspect inventory or work from moving forward while you investigate a quality problem. (258 words)
- [Preparing to use Autoplan | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/plans-and-autoplan/preparing-to-use-autoplan/index.html): Because Autoplan uses data to help you drive purchasing and scheduling decisions, it's crucial you take the time to ensure your data is at a good place before using Autoplan. (184 words)
- [Kitting and Inventory Fulfilment | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/features/kitting/index.html): Use Loom to record quick videos of your screen and cam. Explain anything clearly and easily – and skip the meeting. An essential tool for hybrid workplaces. (562 words)
- [Running Autoplan on a schedule | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/plans-and-autoplan/running-autoplan-on-a-schedule/index.html) (81 words)
- [manual/features-md.html](/content/manual/features-md.html) (862 words)
- [manual/features/ion-importers/inventory/update-md.html](/content/manual/features/ion-importers/inventory/update-md.html) (836 words)
- [Standard Steps | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/features/procedures/standard-steps/index.html) (881 words)
- [Attributes | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/features/procedures/attributes/index.html): Create custom attributes for Procedures (135 words)
- [ION Factory OS](/content/manual/features/command-bar/index.html) (10 words)
- [manual-v2/os/ion-actions/action-execution-logs-md.html](/content/manual-v2/os/ion-actions/action-execution-logs-md.html) (1,048 words)
- [Purchase Orders | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/features/purchasing/purchase-orders/index.html): Use Loom to record quick videos of your screen and cam. Explain anything clearly and easily – and skip the meeting. An essential tool for hybrid workplaces. (480 words)
- [ION Actions | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/features/ion-actions/index.html): ION Actions is a powerful tool that allows users to create, write, update, and delete rules governing the behavior of your manufacturing processes using GraphQL., In this Loom, I will guide you through the process of disabling a rule update in GraphQL. We will start by querying all the rules and identifying the ID and ETAG. Then, we will use a mutation to update the rule and change its enabled status. I will provide step-by-step instructions and explain the variables involved. No action is required from you, but please watch the video for a clear understanding of the process. (787 words)
- [As-built Bill of Materials (aBOM) | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/features/parts-and-trace/trace-aboms/index.html): Trace the genealogy of your build in REAL-TIME., Use Loom to record quick videos of your screen and cam. Explain anything clearly and easily – and skip the meeting. An essential tool for hybrid workplaces. (968 words)
- [Parts Library | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/features/parts-and-trace/index.html): ION allows you to keep track of your parts as well as keep track of how and where you use those parts in your manufacturing program. (1,014 words)
- [Creating a Flow | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/workflow-builder/creating-a-flow/index.html): How to create a workflow in the Workflow Builder (407 words)
- [Inventory merging (org setting) | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/features/parts-and-trace/inventory/inventory-merging/index.html): Use Loom to record quick videos of your screen and cam. Explain anything clearly and easily – and skip the meeting. An essential tool for hybrid workplaces. (1,005 words)
- [Duro | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/integrations/duro/index.html): Duro PLM Integration, In this video, I will explain the integration between Dorotu and Ion. Dorotu is a product lifecycle management tool, while Ion is a factory operating system. The integration allows design and engineering teams to work in Dorotu and seamlessly extract bill of materials and other details for engineering release in Ion. This eliminates the need for manual import/export processes. I will demonstrate how a change order in Dorotu automatically updates the bill of materials in Ion. No action is required from you, but it's important to understand the benefits of this integration. (750 words)
- [Notifications | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/features/user-notifications/index.html) (589 words)
- [Guided Flows | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/training/video-walkthroughs/index.html): Video walkthroughs of ION, , ,  (242 words)
- [Tools | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/features/tools/index.html) (528 words)
- [Templating | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/features/barcode-labels/templating/index.html) (395 words)
- [Manufacturing bill of materials (mBOM) | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/features/parts-and-trace/manufacturing-bill-of-materials-mbom/index.html): In this video, I demonstrate how to import mbombs using our new importer that speeds up the process. The new options of fast import, depth, and level enhance our traditional import method. I show how to upload a CSV template quickly and explain the option to create a new mbomb version. No action requested from viewers. (825 words)
- [Procedures | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/features/procedures/index.html): Instructions for work to be done (625 words)
- [Runs And Step States | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/features/runs/runs-and-step-states/index.html): States step (866 words)
- [Consigned Parts | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/features/purchasing/consigned-parts/index.html) (233 words)
- [Workflow Builder Permissions | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/workflow-builder/workflow-builder-permissions/index.html): How to add the workflow builder permission to a role (162 words)
- [Inventory valuation | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/ion-analytics/inventory-valuation/index.html): Use the inventory valuation dashboard to determine the total material value of your inventory, In this video, I provide an overview of the Inventory Valuation Report, showcasing the value of inventory in categories like WIP and On Order. The report delves into detailed inventory breakdowns, including material costs and labor hours. Viewers are guided on how to access further detailed reports, making it a powerful tool for understanding inventory costs. (32 words)
- [Update | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/features/ion-importers/inventory/update/index.html) (863 words)
- [Action Execution Logs | ION Factory OS 2.0](/content/manual-v2/os/ion-actions/action-execution-logs/index.html): Use Action Execution Logs to easily develop and debug ION Actions. (1,080 words)
- [Reorder point | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/plans-and-autoplan/reorder-point/index.html): Generate suggestions to order (plan items)  based on supply quantities (620 words)
- [Labels | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/features/labels/index.html) (87 words)
- [manual/features/barcode-labels-md.html](/content/manual/features/barcode-labels-md.html) (198 words)
- [Testing a Flow | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/workflow-builder/testing-a-flow/index.html): How to test your workflow (182 words)
- [Changelog | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/changelog/index.html): Regular updates for fixes and improvements in ION (69 words)
- [manual/features/purchasing-md.html](/content/manual/features/purchasing-md.html) (97 words)
- [Search | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/features/search/index.html): Navigate throughout ION Quickly, In this video, I demonstrate how to utilize the search function in ION to locate information swiftly. By simply typing keywords like part numbers or serial numbers, you can easily find relevant data, such as specific assemblies or associated issues. The navigation feature also saves recent pages, enhancing your browsing experience. No action requested. (249 words)
- [Accessing the Workflow Builder | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/workflow-builder/accessing-the-workflow-builder/index.html): How to access the workflow builder (120 words)
- [Locations | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/features/locations/index.html): Use Loom to record quick videos of your screen and cam. Explain anything clearly and easily – and skip the meeting. An essential tool for hybrid workplaces. (160 words)
- [Tickets Portal | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/tickets-portal/index.html): How to access your company's ticket portal and view the status of bugs you've reported in ION. (167 words)
- [Barcode Labels | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/features/barcode-labels/index.html) (49 words)
- [manual/features/purchasing/outside-processing-md.html](/content/manual/features/purchasing/outside-processing-md.html) (443 words)
- [manual/readme-md.html](/content/manual/readme-md.html) (474 words)
- [Kitting | ION Factory OS 2.0](/content/manual-v2/supply-chain/kitting/index.html): In this video, I provide a side-by-side comparison of the Legacy Ion Kitting Experience and the new Ion Kitting Experience, focusing on the differences in speed and efficiency for material handlers. I walk through the process of digitally kitting a kit assigned to me, highlighting the steps of filtering inventory, printing barcodes, and preparing for physical kitting. I also note the importance of sorting inventory correctly and how the new experience allows for a more streamlined approach, including carrying an iPad for easier navigation. I encourage viewers to pay attention to the improvements in the new system and consider how these changes can enhance our kitting operations. Please let me know if you have any questions or need further clarification on the process. (498 words)
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- [First Resonance ION Component | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/workflow-builder/first-resonance-ion-component/index.html): What is the First Resonance ION Component? (100 words)
- [Example Flows | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/workflow-builder/example-flows/index.html): Example workflows (80 words)
- [Settings | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/features/application-settings/index.html): Manage your organization and user settings in ion (332 words)
- [Quality | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/features/quality/index.html): The most critical aspect to all manufacturing operations. (99 words)
- [Data Connector | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/ion-analytics/data-connector/index.html): Connect your manufacturing data to external data streams, tools. (202 words)
- [Purchasing | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/features/purchasing/index.html): Gain full traceability from purchases into inventory (52 words)
- [Training | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/training/index.html) (61 words)
- [Integrations | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/integrations/index.html): How to create and use integrations between ION and other systems (150 words)
- [ion-webhooks Component | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/workflow-builder/ion-webhooks-component/index.html): What is the ion-webhooks component? (86 words)
- [Adminstration | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/adminstration/index.html) (44 words)
- [ION Importers | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/features/ion-importers/index.html) (128 words)
- [Troubleshooting | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/troubleshooting/index.html) (60 words)
- [manual/features/custom-attributes-md.html](/content/manual/features/custom-attributes-md.html) (241 words)
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- [ION CHANGELOG #38 -Outside Processing, Run Execution 2.0, Redline Live Diffs, Mobile Friendly View, Issues 2.0, and MORE](/content/changelog/changelog-38/index.html): Welcome to Changelog #38! We are excited to share all of the cool features and quality of life improvements First Resonance has delivered on over the past few months.Tl;dr: Outside processing, Run Execution 2.0 released, redline live diffs, mobile friendly view, Issues 2.0, faster analytics refresh rates, reorder points, and a clear to build dashboard using Autoplan data. (1,428 words)
- [Place a run step on hold - ION Manual](/content/docs/build-hardware/runs-and-execution/runs-best-practices/index.html): Put a run step on hold and comment the reason so others can see why work is paused. (134 words)
- [Manage run and run step attributes - ION Manual](/content/docs/build-hardware/runs-and-execution/attributes/index.html): Add user-defined data fields to a run or a run step with custom attributes, set at run creation or edited from the run Overview and the run step right rail. (139 words)
- [Overview - ION Manual](/content/docs/build-hardware/runs-and-execution/index.html): How ION models a run: its steps, states and rollups, batches, and the as-built record it produces. (726 words)
- [Privacy Policy • First Resonance](/content/privacy-policy/index.html): From prototype to production ion is a manufacturing software platform that engineers and technicians trust for speed, collaboration, and real-time visibility. (3,770 words)
- [Overview - ION Manual](/content/docs/administration/index.html): ION's access model: users, roles, and teams, how permissions flow, and the full permissions reference. (516 words)
- [Overview - ION Manual](/content/docs/build-hardware/locations-and-work-centers/index.html): How ION models your factory: locations, their types and hierarchy, and the work center as a location that executes runs. (510 words)
- [Changelog #45 - Move assemblies when built, accelerated redline reviews, upcoming batching changes, and many other improvements](/content/changelog/changelog-45/index.html): Welcome to Changelog #45! Over the past few weeks, we have focused making batching reliable and on make many quality of life improvements throughout the application. Move assemblies when built, accelerated redline reviews, upcoming batching changes, and many other improvements (684 words)
- [First Resonance / ION - Terms of Use](/content/terms/index.html): Terms and conditions for First Resonance, Inc. (“First Resonance”, “we”, “our”, “us”) offers ion (“the Service”). Please read carefully before using the Service. (3,396 words)
- [Generate new demand | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/plans-and-autoplan/generate-new-demand/index.html): Toggle to ignore existing inventory. (824 words)
- [Latest Press - News Coverage on First Resonance](/content/press/index.html): Get all the latest press for First Resonance  - building manufacturing software for 21st century industry to thrive. Press kit also available here. (437 words)
- [First Resonance Blog - Expert Insight on Next Generation Manufacturing](/content/blog/index.html): Get cutting edge insight into the future of hardware manufacturing from the experts at First Resonance. Building the software trusted by next-gen manufacturers. (1,232 words)
- [Changelog #47 - New batching engine, smarter inventory management, real-time inventory insights, clearer assembly steps, improved redline reviews, streamlined PO handling, and much more!](/content/changelog/changelog-47/index.html): Welcome to Changelog #47! It's packed with improvements; buckle up and happy reading. New batching engine, smarter inventory management, real-time inventory insights, clearer assembly steps, improved redline reviews, streamlined PO handling, and much more! (950 words)
- [Changelog #39 - Further Actions, Consumable and As Required Materials, Revision Impact Analysis Dashboard, Firm Plan Items, Scan to Navigate to Runs.](/content/changelog/changelog-39/index.html): Welcome to Changelog #39! Tl;dr: Further Actions, Consumable and As Required Materials, Revision Impact Analysis Dashboard, Firm Plan Items, Scan to Navigate to Runs. (855 words)
- [2024 roadmap, three new integrations, batching upgrades, and 50 more improvements!](/content/changelog/changelog-36/index.html): As we prepare for ION's new Run Execution beta release, we’ve cranked out new integrations, automations, and over 80 new features and fixes! Driven by your feedback, we've thoughtfully crafted a 2024 Product Roadmap. Upvote your favs, add more suggestions, or just check in on our progress! Admins, be sure to scroll to the bottom for upcoming, breaking database changes., In this video, I demonstrate how to pass a completed quote from Datum into a purchase order in Ion. I show the summary view of the request, which includes two line items. I test two different use cases, one where the part number exists and one where it doesn't. I then approve the quote and pass it on through our integration tool, Prismatic. Within seconds, a purchase order is created in Ion. I showcase the header information, defaulting addresses, and the details of the line items. No action is requested from the viewers. (1,438 words)
- [First Resonance | Videos | Introducing ION Intelligence and the New ION Factory OS Experience](/content/videos/introducing-ion-intelligence-and-the-new-factory-os-experience-7daa9.html): Experience the launch of the new ION Factory OS: An operating system built for an era of transformation. Designed for those leading the shift to onshoring, automation, and AI-native production, this evolution of ION brings factories into the future with speed, precision, and autonomy. (248 words)
- [Receiving/Inspection | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/features/purchasing/receiving-inspection/index.html): Get your parts from dock to stock with ION Receipts and Inspection runs, Use Loom to record quick videos of your screen and cam. Explain anything clearly and easily – and skip the meeting. An essential tool for hybrid workplaces. (305 words)
- [Manufacturing Engineering - ION Manual](/content/docs/getting-started/role-guides/manufacturing-engineering/index.html): How manufacturing engineers use ION: process design, scheduling, NPI, resource planning, and turning floor signal into upstream improvements. (344 words)
- [All Changelogs](/content/all-changelogs/index.html): All the details on the latest updates to the ION Factory Operating System. See how we are constantly improving and updating the software. (1,400 words)
- [Changelog #43 - Purchase all types of goods, create and assign CAPA actions, surface offending part relationships, enhanced navigation, Cofactr integration](/content/changelog/changelog-43/index.html): Purchase all types of goods, create and assign CAPA actions, surface offending part relationships, enhanced navigation, Cofactr integration. (531 words)
- [Changelog #44 - Track step-level forecasted dates, streamline management of organization settings, kanban kitting, navigate nested steps with less clicks, view autoplan results in an order most efficient for you](/content/changelog/changelog-44/index.html): Track step-level forecasted dates, streamline management of organization settings, kanban kitting, navigate nested steps with less clicks, view autoplan results in an order most efficient for you (303 words)
- [ION Marketplace](/content/marketplace/services/index.html): Discover and manage your ION applications (579 words)
- [Auto-checkout of Run Steps | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/automations/auto-checkout-of-run-steps/index.html): Ensure accurate labor tracking by proactively checking operators out of run steps after 30 minutes of inactivity. (317 words)
- [Changelog #41 - Steps, Nested Standard Steps, Purchase Approvals, Supplier Part Numbers, and Purchase Unit Conversions](/content/changelog/changelog-41/index.html): Required Installations on Steps and Nested Standard Steps both in Beta! In addition, Cost Based Purchase Approvals, Supplier Part Numbers and Purchase Unit Conversions, Autoplan Made on Assembly updates, and more! (554 words)
- [Changelog #40 - Analytics Refresh Rates, Inferred Suppliers and Procedures](/content/changelog/changelog-40/index.html): Analytics Refresh Rates, Inferred Suppliers, and Procedures when cutting runs/purchases from Autoplan, Silkline, and Ramp integrations for Supply Chain needs! (637 words)
- [Changelog #42 - Purchase templates, Faster barcode printing with PrintNode, Deliver Parts to Vendors, inventory movement automations, and aBOM completeness on run closure.](/content/changelog/changelog-42/index.html): Purchase templates, Faster barcode printing with PrintNode, Deliver Parts to Vendors, inventory movement automations, and aBOM completeness on run closure! (273 words)
- [Integrating with ERP Best Practices | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/integrations/integrating-with-erp-best-practices/index.html): Guide to Connecting ION to your ERP. (600 words)
- [An eruptION of new functionality in 2024!](/content/changelog/changelog-37/index.html): Dear revolutIONaries, ION is blasting off in 2024 with some major changes! We’re excited to beta release a completely new technician user experience, ION’s next generation Run Execution handles aBOM editing, streamlines redlining and improves clock-in times! Check out the previews below, then get building! Purchasing gets much needed upgrades! Versioning, change order approvals, and a history of Purchase Order changes! For the developer/admin community, please check the breaking changes to our aBOM at the end of this changelog. (1,219 words)
- [Manualy Changing Autoplan Status | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/plans-and-autoplan/manualy-changing-autoplan-status/index.html) (229 words)
- [ION Marketplace Partner Program Terms & Conditions](/content/marketplace-signup/terms-and-conditions/index.html): Terms and conditions for participating in the ION Marketplace Partner Program by First Resonance. (396 words)
- [ION Changelog #34: Speed Boosts, mBOM Versions, and Custom Tool Attributes for Factory Success](/content/changelog/changelog-34/index.html): Significant performance improvements in parts/inventory workflows, Datagrid upgrade, mBOM versions, custom attributes on tools. (441 words)
- [Changelog #46 - Rich text attributes on purchases, MOA support for Install from Kit, Mark tools as unavailable by your definition, step search in procedures, Silkline integration, and more!](/content/changelog/changelog-46/index.html): Welcome to Changelog #46! Rich text attributes on purchases, MOA support for Install from Kit, Mark tools as unavailable by your definition, step search in procedures, Silkline integration, and more! (779 words)
- [Resources](/content/resources/index.html): Access resources from First Resonance including videos, product guides, case studies, news, events, and ebooks to learn how next-gen manufacturers build with confidence (439 words)
- [First Resonance | Use Cases | Solutions](/content/solutions-by-use-case/index.html): First Resonance presents ION Factory OS, factory operating system -transforming how companies gain productivity, efficiency, and scalability through digitized workflows that change the speed and quality of manufacturing. (1,167 words)
- [Enjoy a personalized demo of ION Factory Operating System (OS)](/content/ion-demo/index.html): Book a demo of the ION Factory Operating System (OS) to see how you can begin delivering high quality products faster and with less overhead. (791 words)
- [How to create an App with ION | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/api/how-to-create-an-app-with-ion/index.html): Whether you need to create a custom integration or create an automation, this will serve as your main guide for getting started (562 words)
- [A growing diaspora of Elon alumni are smashing the manufacturing zeitgeist; re-inventing industries on the path to transforming the world (+Solar system](/content/blog/where-are-the-flying-cars-we-were-promised/index.html): Builders cannot brute force another Apollo, but the conditions are ripe for mind-blowing innovation. The acolytes who’ve touched Warp’s genius at SpaceX know how manufacturing software can radically accelerate their hardware ambitions. Liberated from legacy ERPs’ rigid architecture, prolonged implementations, and eye-watering licensing fees, this next generation of innovators will bring humanity toward the nostalgic, post-war sci-fi visions of Asimov, Clarke, and Heinlein. (1,679 words)
- [Read the First Resonance Cookies Policy](/content/cookies-policy/index.html): First Resonance Cookie policy - describes the information we collect by automated means through the use of information gathering tools. (785 words)
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- [Changelog #48 – The new ION Experience, agentic AI, redesigned UX, real-time decision-making, FIFO update queuing, improved PO handling, smarter redlines, and more!](/content/changelog/changelog-48/index.html): Welcome to Changelog #48! Get a first look at the new ION Experience: agentic AI, a sleek redesigned interface, smarter PO workflows, FIFO queuing for content updates, improved redlines, and more! (553 words)
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- [Automations | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/automations/index.html): Deploy configurable automations to speed up your factory according to your organizational needs. (373 words)
- [First Resonance | ION: Connect your factory. Integrate manufacturing tools.](/content/integrate/index.html): ION uses API-integration to instantly connect to traditional manufacturing tools such as PLM, ERP, QMS, custom apps and more. Create a rich digital thread. (766 words)
- [manual/workflow-builder-md.html](/content/manual/workflow-builder-md.html) (315 words)
- [Plans and Autoplan | ION Factory OS](/content/manual/plans-and-autoplan/index.html): Schedule your factory builds/campaigns with ion plans, Use Loom to record quick videos of your screen and cam. Explain anything clearly and easily – and skip the meeting. An essential tool for hybrid workplaces., Use Loom to record quick videos of your screen and cam. Explain anything clearly and easily – and skip the meeting. An essential tool for hybrid workplaces., Use Loom to record quick videos of your screen and cam. Explain anything clearly and easily – and skip the meeting. An essential tool for hybrid workplaces. (385 words)
- [ION CHANGELOG #29 - Improved Content Editor and more](/content/changelog/changelog-29/index.html): ION CHANGELOG #29 - the latest updates to the ION Factory OS. Including Improved Content Editor, Redline Merge to Runs and Location Propagation. (593 words)
- [40+ improvements to the user's experience and a major Run Execution & aBOM update](/content/changelog/changelog-35/index.html): 40+ improvements to the user's experience and a major Run Execution & aBOM update (549 words)
- [Careers](/content/careers/index.html): First Resonance is leading the next industrial revolution with the ION Factory OS. Join the team that is bringing 2051 to the present. (411 words)
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- [ION Manufacturing Software Packages & Pricing | First Resonance](/content/plans/index.html): Explore the ION manufacturing software packages offered by First Resonance, designed to streamline operations and enhance efficiency. Get a quote! (576 words)
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- [ION Intelligence | Autonomous Optimization for Advanced Manufacturing](/content/ion-intelligence/index.html): ION Intelligence brings agent-based automation to your factory floor, equipping your team with real-time optimizations, self-adjusting workflows, and uninterrupted man in the loop automation. (721 words)
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- [MRP Software | ION Autoplan | First Resonance](/content/ion-autoplan/index.html): First Resonance offers the leading MRP software, ION Autoplan, designed to revolutionize your manufacturing resource planning processes. Get a demo! (501 words)
- [ION Platform | Beyond MES – First Resonance](/content/platform/index.html): ION goes beyond MES software platforms for rapid, iterative data-driven manufacturing. Get started with your new modern manufacturing platform! (465 words)
- [ION CHANGELOG #18 Flexible aBOMs, Line-level PO details and more](/content/changelog/changelog-18/index.html): ION CHANGELOG #18 - the latest updates to the ION Factory OS. Includes Flexible aBOMs, Line-level PO details and Check In dashboard widget. (475 words)
- [When to Implement MES Before PLM: A Manufacturer’s Guide](/content/blog/when-is-mes-best-implemented-before-plm/index.html): Discover expert insights from Tech-Clarity on whether to implement Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) or Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) first. Learn how MES supports real-time production, quality, and traceability, and how PLM provides the product data backbone. (2,094 words)
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- [First Resonance | Business Functions (Use Cases)](/content/fr-site-evolution/use-cases-by-role/index.html): First Resonance presents ION Factory OS, factory operating system -transforming how companies gain productivity, efficiency, and scalability through digitized workflows that change the speed and quality of manufacturing. (348 words)
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- [ION CHANGELOG #27 - Barcodes and scanning, mBOM viewer and Tool fields](/content/changelog/changelog-27/index.html): ION CHANGELOG #27 - the latest updates to the ION Factory OS. Including Barcodes and scanning, mBOM viewer and Tool fields. (524 words)
- [ION CHANGELOG #4 - Run timeline view, Attachment downloads, mBOM panel](/content/changelog/changelog-4/index.html): ION CHANGELOG #4 the latest updates to the ION Factory OS. Includes Run timeline view, Attachment downloads, mBOM panel and Run archives. (127 words)
- [MES Software for Robotics Manufacturing | First Resonance](/content/industries/robotics-manufacturing/index.html): Developing and manufacturing robots involves highly complex manufacturing processes and a MES that can support the traceability of millions of parts. (521 words)
- [ION Marketplace: Smart, Scalable OS for Modern Manufacturing](/content/blog/introducing-ion-marketplace-smart-scalable-manufacturing-os-ecosystem.html): Discover how First Resonance’s ION Marketplace turns manufacturing operations into a smart, scalable ecosystem that drives integration and innovation. (1,397 words)
- [ION CHANGELOG #26 - Tools management in ION, Nested standard steps](/content/changelog/changelog-26/index.html): ION CHANGELOG #26 - the latest updates to the ION Factory OS. Including Tools management in ION, Nested standard steps and Faster redlining. (435 words)
- [ION CHANGELOG #28 - ION types, Automated inventory splitting & more](/content/changelog/changelog-28/index.html): ION CHANGELOG #28 - the latest updates to the ION Factory OS. Including ION types, Automated inventory splitting and "Not Applicable" fields. (425 words)
- [MES Software for Aerospace Manufacturing | First Resonance](/content/industries/aerospace-and-space-manufacturing/index.html): Designed by SpaceX alumni who balance speed to market with regulations, ION Factory OS meets the needs of forward-thinking industry leaders. (545 words)
- [Build vs. Buy MES: Why Buying a Proven Platform Outpaces In-House Development](/content/blog/build-vs-buy-mes-why-partnering-with-experts-beats-building-in-house.html): Should manufacturers build their own MES or buy a proven solution? Learn why partnering with experts reduces hidden costs, speeds implementation, and frees your engineers to focus on growth, quality, and scalability. (2,423 words)
- [ION CHANGELOG #17 New issues experience, Verified procedures & more](/content/changelog/changelog-17/index.html): ION CHANGELOG #17 - the latest updates to the ION Factory OS. Includes New issues experience, Verified procedures and Better reviews workflow with comment resolutions. (385 words)
- [ION CHANGELOG #15 Parts and procedures linking, Status updates and more](/content/changelog/changelog-15/index.html): ION CHANGELOG #15 - the latest updates to the ION Factory OS. Includes Parts and procedures linking, Status updates with webhooks and PDF/PPT importer. (425 words)
- [ION CHANGELOG #25 - Increased production traceability w/transaction history](/content/changelog/changelog-25/index.html): ION CHANGELOG #25 - the latest updates to the ION Factory OS. Increased production traceability w/transaction history, CommandBar, Purchasing enhancements and supplier management. (486 words)
- [ION CHANGELOG #14 Datagrids addition, Purchasing (beta) and Run execution preview](/content/changelog/changelog-14/index.html): ION CHANGELOG #14 - the latest updates to the ION Factory OS. Includes Datagrids addition, Purchasing (beta) and Run execution preview. (470 words)
- [ION CHANGELOG #23 - Standard Steps in Runs, Untracked & lot tracked run improvements](/content/changelog/changelog-23/index.html): ION CHANGELOG #23 - the latest updates to the ION Factory OS. Including Standard Steps in Runs, Untracked and lot tracked run improvements and Datagrid importer. (407 words)
- [ION CHANGELOG #13 Improved reviews, Part revisions and Custom part attributes](/content/changelog/changelog-13/index.html): ION CHANGELOG #13 - the latest updates to the ION Factory OS. Includes Improved reviews, Part revisions and Custom part attributes. (421 words)
- [ION CHANGELOG #24 - aBOM lot and quantities, Required rows in datagrids](/content/changelog/changelog-24/index.html): ION CHANGELOG #24 - the latest updates to the ION Factory OS. Including aBOM lot and quantities, Required rows in datagrids, Workcenters home page and Calculated inventory status. (450 words)
- [MES for Alternative Energy Manufacturing | First Resonance](/content/industries/alternative-energy-manufacturing/index.html): ION Factory OS helps alternative energy manufacturing companies accelerate the production process while tracking every detail to maintain compliance. (611 words)
- [5S Lean Manufacturing Methodology | First Resonance](/content/blog/what-is-the-5s-methodology-in-lean-manufacturing/index.html): Discover the power of 5S lean manufacturing. Eliminate waste, boost productivity, and achieve a safer, more efficient workplace. (900 words)
- [ION CHANGELOG #11 Require peer review for signoffs and more](/content/changelog/changelog-11/index.html): ION CHANGELOG #11 - the latest updates to the ION Factory OS. Includes Require peer review for signoffs, Multi-quantity run kits and better part description, Quickly copy a field. (370 words)
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- [ION CHANGELOG #22 - Enable file attachments in datagrid, PO lines & more](/content/changelog/changelog-22/index.html): ION CHANGELOG #22 - the latest updates to the ION Factory OS. Including Enable file attachments in datagrid, PO lines, Location Hierarchy and Export aBOMs as a CSV. (274 words)
- [ION CHANGELOG #10 Move parts after completing a run and more](/content/changelog/changelog-10/index.html): ION CHANGELOG #10 - the latest updates to the ION Factory OS. Includes Move parts after completing a run, New BOM importers (beta) and Notifications for step assignments. (277 words)
- [ION CHANGELOG #19 - Custom attributes in issues and more](/content/changelog/changelog-19/index.html): ION CHANGELOG #19 - the latest updates to the ION Factory OS. Custom attributes in issues, Redesigned Runs execution screen, New Runs table and board view and Integration with Duro PLM. (351 words)
- [MES Software for Medical Device Manufacturing | First Resonance](/content/industries/medical-device-manufacturing/index.html): ION Factory OS gives manufacturers an MES that adheres to the medical device industry's quality control standards and data privacy requirements. (414 words)
- [ION CHANGELOG #16 Part substitutions in kitting ion Plans, Purchase Order importer](/content/changelog/changelog-16/index.html): ION CHANGELOG #16 - the latest updates to the ION Factory OS. Includes Part substitutions in kitting ion Plans and Purchase Order importer. (302 words)
- [ION CHANGELOG #20 - Batch execution, Fast Run execution mode, Redline approvals](/content/changelog/changelog-20/index.html): ION CHANGELOG #20 - the latest updates to the ION Factory OS. Including Batch execution, Fast Run execution mode and Redline approvals. (256 words)
- [ION CHANGELOG #21 - Richer aBOMs, Indented aBOM view, New datagrid architecture](/content/changelog/changelog-21/index.html): ION CHANGELOG #21 - the latest updates to the ION Factory OS. Including Richer aBOMs, Indented aBOM view and New datagrid architecture. (224 words)
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- [Karan Talati on the Emergent Podcast](/content/karan-talati-on-the-emergent-podcast/index.html): Karan Talati, Co-Founder and CEO of First Resonance, joins Emergent to unpack how forward-thinking manufacturers can harness next-gen software to solve the toughest challenges in advanced manufacturing and build the backbone of industrial innovation. (169 words)
- [Karan Talati on Tech Scenes Los Angeles](/content/karan-talati-on-tech-scenes-los-angeles/index.html): Karan Talati, Co-Founder and CEO of First Resonance, sat down with Tech Scenes host Jeff James Martin to explore what it truly means to build the future—where advanced manufacturing, AI, and unwavering vision converge. (197 words)
- [Manufacturing Needs More Than Dashboards](/content/blog/ion-manufacturing-needs-more-than-dashboards/index.html): Discover how the MCP server empowers autonomous agents in manufacturing by turning fragmented data into context-aware, actionable insights. (1,354 words)
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- [ION CHANGELOG #12 Check Ins, Export control and Redline interface improvements](/content/changelog/changelog-12/index.html): ION CHANGELOG #12 - the latest updates to the ION Factory OS. Includes Check Ins, Export control and Redline interface improvements. (198 words)
- [Reducing Waste in Manufacturing for Safer, More Reliable Production](/content/blog/reducing-waste-in-manufacturing-for-safer-more-reliable-production.html): In the world of manufacturing, waste can occur in many different forms — and it’s not just about what ends up in a landfill. Time, materials, and even data are all resources that can be squandered, seriously hindering a company's ability to compete in the marketplace and act as responsible environmental stewards. (1,500 words)
- [First Resonance | Videos | ION Overview](/content/videos/ion-overview/index.html): Meet ion, the Factory Operating System that empowers you to deliver hardware with confidence. With ion, you can track processes from R&D to full-scale production, while maintaining unparalleled traceability through the use of an aBOM, or as-built bill of materials. Get started today at https://www.firstresonance.io --- First Resonance is developing ion, a game-changing software platform made for manufacturers across industries. With ion, you can build and ship hardware quickly and reliably. By equipping you with the tools for manufacturing success, together, we can build a brighter tomorrow. (153 words)
- [ION Mixology: Watch How ION Factory OS Works Through the Lens of Making a Cocktail](/content/blog/ion-mixology-watch-how-ion-factory-os-works-through-the-lens-of-making-a-cocktail.html): When you’re researching manufacturing software options, wading through dense technical details and marketing collateral can quickly become a mind-numbing experience. If a picture is worth a thousand words, a video is worth a million. That’s why we decided to create a series of videos showcasing how ION presents visual work instructions. (1,022 words)
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- [First Resonance | Videos | ION Factory OS: Smart Manufacturing Made Simple](/content/videos/ion-factory-os/index.html): In this video, you’ll learn how ION Factory OS is transforming manufacturing with real-time tracking, instant access to full part histories, design changes, cost data, and more. From pinpointing the root cause of a malfunction to seamlessly updating work instructions across the entire system, ION makes it all possible with just a few clicks. Through a real-world story, you’ll see how teams can iterate faster, avoid costly delays, and deliver groundbreaking products on time—even under the most challenging circumstances. (146 words)
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- [Types of Manufacturing Operations Software I First Resonance](/content/blog/manufacturing-operations-software/index.html): With so many options for manufacturing operations software out there, how do you know which is best? We’re here to help with this quick guide. (1,243 words)
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- [First Resonance | Videos | AI across the Product Lifecycle S01E02 - Duro and First Resonance](/content/videos/ai-across-the-product-lifecycle-s01e02-duro-and-first-resonance.html): Aired September 16. Missed the live LinkedIn Podcast? Catch the full conversation with Michael Corr (Duro) and Karan Talati (First Resonance)—two visionary founders rethinking hardware product development and factory operations with AI-first mindsets. (63 words)
- [First Resonance | First & Third | A HardTech Happy Hour - #LATechWeek](/content/events-and-webinars/first-third-a-hardtech-happy-hour-latechweek/index.html): As part of LA Tech Week, we’re bringing together operators, founders, and investors shaping the future of industrial innovation. Connect with like-minded pioneers at the intersection of AI and the physical world—and help toast the momentum of this fast-growing ecosystem while checking out our new El Segundo office. (19 words)
- [Additive Manufacturing Examples: Top Industries](/content/blog/industries-using-additive-manufacturing/index.html): Explore fascinating additive manufacturing examples and discover how 3D printing is revolutionizing industries from aerospace to healthcare. (848 words)
- [First Resonance | Videos | ION Overview: Quick Intro to the Factory OS](/content/videos/ion-factory-os-overview/index.html): The (ION) Factory OS is a software platform that connects people, machines, and processes to meet the dynamic needs of 21st-century hardware development, production, and operation. The world is moving faster than ever, and we face bigger challenges than ever. We believe that a new generation of problems and a new generation of builders need a system to break through our civilization’s potential. / First Resonance is leading the next industrial revolution with the ION Factory OS. ION is powering companies building electric airplanes, rockets, autonomous vehicles, 3D printing robotics, and more. It is used by manufacturers of all sizes – from fast-growing startups to Fortune 500s – to connect parts, complex supply chains, and advanced machinery. Manufacturers build with ION to solve the world’s biggest problems in climate, transportation, and energy. / firstresonance.io (157 words)
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- [How to Use Your Factory Data & Material Resource Planning for Manufacturing Success](/content/blog/material-resource-planning/index.html): First Resonance explain how to use your factory data and material resource planning for manufacturing success. Manufacturing MRP is designed specifically for manufacturing planning. (984 words)
- [Reclaim Manufacturing: How Smart Factories Unlock the Power of Onshoring](/content/blog/reclaim-manufacturing-how-smart-factories-unlock-the-power-of-onshoring.html): Manufacturing isn’t just a checkbox on a supply chain list anymore. It’s the new frontline of competitive advantage. When companies bring production back home — onshoring — they aren’t just relocating factories. They’re reclaiming control, agility, and resilience in a world that no longer tolerates fragility. Introducing Our New eBook: Why Smart Factories Are the Only Path to Successful Onshoring. (482 words)
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- [The Art of Agile: A Blueprint for Iterative and Rapid Hardware Development](/content/blog/the-art-of-agile-a-blueprint-for-iterative-and-rapid-hardware-development.html): ION Factory OS is designed by engineers (for engineers) with a deep understanding of how software can help automate the management of parallel and linear paths, thoughtfully structure mBOMs for more efficiency, and increase the speed of iteration. ION empowers manufacturers to streamline processes, foster unprecedented innovation, and achieve efficient, conforming, game-changing operational agility. (831 words)
- [First Resonance | Videos | Smart Factories & the Future of Onshoring](/content/videos/smart-factories-the-future-of-onshoring-video/index.html): Aired August 19. The golden age of offshoring is behind us. But simply relocating production to the U.S. isn’t enough. Join us for an eye-opening webinar exploring how smart factories—powered by digitization, real-time feedback, and automation—are redefining what it means to reshore successfully. Click here to view. (180 words)
- [Why You're Already Too Late in Digitally Connecting Your Manufacturing – How ION Can Get You There Now](/content/blog/why-you-are-already-too-late-in-digitally-connecting-your-manufacturing-how-ion-can-get-you-there-now.html): Learn how First Resonance's ION will get your company ready for digital manufacturing by supercharging gains in efficiency, time, scalability, and more. (588 words)
- [How to Reduce Changeover Time I First Resonance](/content/blog/how-to-reduce-changeover-time-in-manufacturing/index.html): Learn all about changeover time and how you can begin improving this key metric for your manufacturing processes. (955 words)
- [First Resonance | Sip, Chat, and Innovate – Factory Fuel](/content/events-and-webinars/sip-chat-and-innovate-factory-fuel-on-january-22-8-30-10-00-am.html): Join us for a special coffee hour to bring in the New Year. ​Each month, our in-house coffee connoisseur, Alberto, debuts a new brew or preparation method—always something distinctive to taste, compare, and talk about. (16 words)
- [First Resonance | Videos | ion Look Ahead | Next-Gen Manufacturing](/content/videos/ion-look-ahead-next-gen-manufacturing/index.html): Built for next-gen manufacturers, ion brings traceability and collaboration to the shop floor. With ion, your people, parts, and materials can be understood in real-time. Learn more by creating a free account or booking a demo today! (72 words)
- [4 Trends Reshaping Modern Manufacturing](/content/blog/4-trends-reshaping-modern-manufacturing/index.html): When something is trending, it can mean a lot of different things. While a fashion trend can quickly disappear, manufacturing trends will shape the future. The next decade in manufacturing will be characterized by digitalization, agility, sustainability, and collaboration, as manufacturers embrace technological advancements and adapt to evolving market dynamics and customer demands. (1,526 words)
- [First Resonance | eBooks | The Agentic Shift: Building Intelligence Into the Fabric of Industry](/content/ebooks/the-agentic-shift-building-intelligence-into-the-fabric-of-industry.html): Download the eBook The Agentic Shift to see how AI agents are transforming manufacturing with resilience, precision, and human-AI collaboration. (186 words)
- [Dramatically Improve Production Efficiency I First Resonance](/content/blog/improve-production-efficiency/index.html): Don’t let your factory fall behind. Uncover some of the changes you can make to dramatically improve production efficiency now and into the future. (1,073 words)
- [First Resonance | Videos | How ION Factory OS is Accelerating Timelines for Complex Manufacturers](/content/videos/how-ion-factory-os-is-accelerating-timelines-for-complex-manufacturers.html): Learn why complex manufacturers are moving away from traditional Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) and choosing First Resonance's ION Factory OS for flexibility, connectivity, and scale. (65 words)
- [First Resonance | Videos | Standard Steps](/content/videos/standard-steps/index.html): ion by First Resonance now features standard steps to streamline step creation for procedures and runs. Using standard steps will boost your productivity by automating digital step creation for standard manufacturing operations. Learn more by booking a demo today at firstresonance.io --- First Resonance is developing ion, a game-changing software platform made for manufacturers across industries. With ion, you can build and ship hardware quickly and reliably. By equipping you with the tools for manufacturing success, together, we can build a brighter tomorrow. (110 words)
- [First Resonance | Videos | ion Trace: aBOM (as-built bill of materials) visualizer](/content/videos/ion-trace-abom-as-built-bill-of-materials-visualizer.html): An aBOM, or As-Built Bill of Materials, gives you visibility into the lowest levels of your manufacturing processes. With Trace, you have all of your data right in front of you. (57 words)
- [Wasteful Thinking: The Hidden Costs of Prolonging Your MES Decision](/content/blog/wasteful-thinking-the-hidden-costs-of-prolonging-your-mes-decision.html): Waste isn't always obvious. It often lurks in outdated processes, manual tracking, and unoptimized operations. Whether it’s the idle time of a technician waiting for issue resolution during production, scrapped inventory ending up in a landfill, or multiple days spent on root cause analysis, factories harbor a tremendous amount of waste. (717 words)
- [First Resonance | Videos | ION Analytics Overview](/content/videos/ion-analytics/index.html): Unlock the full potential of your manufacturing data with ION Analytics. In this video, we explore how ION Analytics empowers you with critical insights that drive profitability and efficiency. You’ll see how our advanced reporting capabilities can open up new avenues for analyzing your factory’s operations through a compelling real-world example. Whether your goal is to optimize performance, pinpoint bottlenecks, or accurately assess the cost of building a product, ION Analytics provides the tools you need to elevate your manufacturing processes. (102 words)
- [First Resonance | Lunar & Mars Economy Summit](/content/events-and-webinars/lunar-mars-economy-summit-houston/index.html): Join us at the Lunar & Mars Economy Summit in Houston! First Resonance is proud to sponsor this event bringing together leaders shaping the future of space exploration. Three Resonators will be attending and we’d love to connect with you. Let’s discuss how intelligent manufacturing is powering the next space economy. And be sure to use "FIRST15" when you register to save 15% on registration! (14 words)
- [First Resonance | Visit Us at Fed Supernova 2025!](/content/events-and-webinars/fed-supernova-2025/index.html): First Resonance is proud to sponsor the Fed Supernova conference in Austin, TX. First Resonance's Tim Gentry and Dave Mariano will be at the First Resonance table in the Innovation Expo; Join us as they connect with innovators and leaders shaping the future of defense and dual-use technology. (63 words)
- [First Resonance | eBooks | Rethinking Your Approach to Production for Success in the Modern Era](/content/ebooks/rethinking-your-approach-to-production-for-success-in-the-modern-era.html): Get the eBook on Agile in Manufacturing and discover how agile principles, tools, and feedback loops accelerate innovation and boost speed to market. (158 words)
- [First Resonance | Videos | Hands-On with ION: Product Walkthrough](/content/videos/ion-overview-2021/index.html): Let's get you up to speed on ion, our factory operating system for complex and connected manufacturing. (52 words)
- [First Resonance | LA Tech Week 2024](/content/events-and-webinars/la-tech-week-2024/index.html): LA Tech Week is almost HERE! Save the date! LA (10/14 - 10/20) (26 words)
- [First Resonance | IMTS 2024](/content/events-and-webinars/imts-2024/index.html): Heading to IMTS in Chicago this September? We'll be there too! Visit the First Resonance booth (#134378) to discuss factory digitization and snag some cool swag! (37 words)
- [First Resonance | eBooks | A Guide to Advanced Traceability in Manufacturing](/content/ebooks/a-guide-to-advanced-traceability-in-manufacturing/index.html): Get the eBook A Guide to Advanced Traceability in Manufacturing and see how advanced systems drive compliance, product quality, and risk reduction (239 words)
- [How MRP Systems Are Changing I First Resonance](/content/blog/mrp-systems-changing-this-year/index.html): Discover how MRP systems are changing in 2024 and how you can prepare your factory for the future. (856 words)
- [What is a Smart Factory? Powering the Industry 4.0 Revolution](/content/blog/smart-factory/index.html): In the smart factory, advanced technologies collect and use data to automate and optimize processes. Learn all about The Smart Factory and the Industrial Internet of Things in this article. (865 words)
- [First Resonance | Annual CESMII Member Meeting 2024](/content/events-and-webinars/2024-annual-cesmii-member-meeting/index.html): CESMII is hosting an event to further progress the Smart Manufacturing movement, and we’ll be there discussing how ION Factory OS makes Smart Manufacturing a reality. (40 words)
- [First Resonance | Videos | ION Autoplan Overview](/content/videos/ion-autoplan/index.html): Watch this short video to learn how ION Autoplan is helping manufacturers meet delivery timelines by automating factory production planning. Just let Autoplan know what you need, when you need, it and it calculates procurement times, inventory needs, resource availability, and more to produce a production schedule based on your data. (72 words)
- [First Resonance | eBooks | Why Smart Factories Are the Only Path to Successful Onshoring](/content/ebooks/why-smart-factories-are-the-only-path-to-successful-onshoring.html): Download the eBook on smart onshoring to learn how digital systems, real-time feedback, and empowered teams drive modern U.S. manufacturing. (168 words)
- [First Resonance | Videos | How to Import a BOM into ion](/content/videos/how-to-import-a-bom-into-ion/index.html): Are you looking to import your CAD BOMs into ion? This video gives a quick tutorial on how quick and easy it is to do that in ion and how it accelerates your manufacturing workflows. --- First Resonance is developing ion, a game-changing software platform made for manufacturers across industries. With ion, you can build and ship hardware quickly and reliably. By equipping you with the tools for manufacturing success, together, we can build a brighter tomorrow. (102 words)
- [First Resonance | Visit First Resonance at the 41st Space Symposium](/content/events-and-webinars/41st-space-symposium/index.html): Join First Resonance at the 41st Space Symposium in Colorado Springs! We are proud to attend this event bringing together leaders shaping the future of space exploration. Come see us at Booth #35 in Colorado Hall from April 13–16 to discuss how ION unifies production operations in real time. (17 words)
- [MES vs Factory OS: A Necessary Disruption to Advance Innovation](/content/blog/mes-vs-factory-os-a-necessary-disruption-to-advance-innovation.html): On the surface, manufacturers consider the MES (Manufacturing Execution System) the de facto standard operating system for the factory floor. Today, many forward-thinking leaders in the manufacturing space recognize that traditional manufacturing execution system software is a dated concept based on the historical notion that optimizing efficiency is every manufacturer’s top priority. (935 words)
- [First Resonance | eBooks | The Manufacturing Edge: Five Strategies to Outpace the Competition](/content/ebooks/the-manufacturing-edge-five-strategies-to-outpace-the-competition.html): Download the eBook to discover five strategies shaping the future of manufacturing, from adaptive systems to resilient cultures and data-driven success. (162 words)
- [Lean Manufacturing Principles I First Resonance](/content/blog/principles-of-lean-manufacturing/index.html): Lean Manufacturing principles can transform your production process for the better. Learn more about how to reduce waste and improve efficiency on the shop floor. (838 words)
- [First Resonance | Videos | First Resonance – Our mission and values](/content/videos/first-resonance-our-mission-and-values/index.html): At First Resonance, we care deeply about our mission to connect and supercharge the people building the future. Our mission is in our background and DNA, and we have a strong set of values that drive the work we do every day. (62 words)
- [First Resonance | eBooks | Modernizing MES: A Guide for Manufacturers Choosing Production Software](/content/ebooks/modernizing-mes-a-guide-for-manufacturers-choosing-production-software.html): Get the eBook on Modern MES and discover how manufacturers move beyond legacy tools with IIoT, AI, and data-driven systems for Industry 4.0 success. (225 words)
- [First Resonance | eBooks | 5 Ways Next-Gen Manufacturers Are Accelerating Innovation](/content/ebooks/5-ways-next-gen-manufacturers-are-accelerating-innovation.html): Download the eBook on Factory Floor Agility to learn how real-time collaboration, tech stacks, and automation speed production and improve product quality. (206 words)
- [First Resonance | Videos | aBOM Overview](/content/videos/abom-overview/index.html): ion's aBOM, or As-Built Bill of Materials, provides unparalleled traceability for parts as they move through your manufacturing process. By having visibility on the most granular details of your manufacturing process, you can answer questions fast and deliver hardware with confidence. Learn how you can use ion's aBOM to supercharge your manufacturing workflows by speaking with our team of experienced manufacturing engineers. Book a demo today at https://firstresonance.io --- First Resonance is developing ion, a game-changing software platform made for manufacturers across industries. With ion, you can build and ship hardware quickly and reliably. By equipping you with the tools for manufacturing success, together, we can build a brighter tomorrow. (137 words)
- [First Resonance | Videos | Build up the Future of Manufacturing with ion](/content/videos/build-up-the-future-of-manufacturing-with-ion/index.html): The world of manufacturing is moving faster than ever, requiring the manufacturers of today to ensure their workflows are efficient, reliable, and agile in order to push the boundaries of tomorrow. First Resonance equips companies across a multitude of industries with the power to break through manufacturing challenges through ion. ion breaks down the barriers between design, manufacturing, and product delivery. It gives you full traceability throughout your R&D or full-scale production processes in an agile and data-driven way, which leaves you more time to come up with novel solutions and collaborate meaningfully. Bring the technology of tomorrow into your production workflows today! Book a demo with us at firstresonance.io (136 words)
- [First Resonance Partners with ATS Global UK to Accelerate Smart Manufacturing Across Europe | First Resonance Press](/content/press/first-resonance-partners-ats-global-uk-smart-manufacturing-europe.html) (414 words)
- [First Resonance | eBooks | How to Build a Factory Tech Stack That Will Scale and Adapt as Your Needs Change](/content/ebooks/how-to-build-a-factory-tech-stack-that-will-scale-and-adapt-as-your-needs-change.html): Download the eBook on factory tech stacks to learn how integrated tools, APIs, and best-of-breed strategies drive smarter, more efficient manufacturing. (228 words)
- [What are the Fundamentals of Lean Production? First Resonance Explains](/content/blog/lean-production/index.html): Lean Production emphasizes a focus on maximizing customer value while eliminating waste. Read about the fundamentals of Lean Production in this article from First Resonance. (820 words)
- [First Resonance | Videos | 2024 ION Factory OS Roadmap Webinar](/content/videos/2024-ion-factory-os-roadmap-webinar/index.html): Learn about First Resonance's ION Factory Operating System roadmap for 2024. Hear from CEO Karan Talati and the First Resonance product team about the new features and functionality that will help hardware manufacturers accelerate the time it takes to deliver new products to market. First Resonance designs software for complex manufacturers looking to automate and integrate their entire factory. (83 words)
- [First Resonance | eBooks | Learn How Legacy Tools Are Failing Manufacturing Engineers](/content/ebooks/learn-how-legacy-tools-are-failing-manufacturing-engineers.html): Download the eBook on Cloud MES to learn how modern, flexible systems replace outdated tools, eliminate inefficiencies, and connect the entire factory floor. (231 words)
- [We're partnering with Razorleaf to link ION to PLM, ERP, MES and CRM systems—optimizing workflows and improving data accuracy. This advances our mission to give space, nuclear and robotics industries agility, security and intelligence to build the future. | First Resonance Press](/content/press/razorleaf-and-first-resonance-form-technology-partnership-to-integrate-intelligent-connected-manufacturing.html) (60 words)
- [Managing Inventory Giving You a Headache? The Right Tools Can Help](/content/blog/managing-inventory/index.html): Inventory management is a critical function of most modern day Manufacturing Execution Systems. In this article, First Resonance discuss six key features to look for when selecting an IMS. (660 words)
- [How Improvements in Manufacturing Workflow Support the Next Generation of Builders](/content/blog/manufacturing-workflow/index.html): This article from First Resonance explores how improvements in Manufacturing Workflow support the next generation of builders. It’s a powerful strategy for the way forward. (751 words)
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- [4 Inventory Management Tips for Manufacturers](/content/blog/inventory-management/index.html): Inventory Management has a direct impact on the operations of any manufacturing firm. Take a look at these 4 Inventory Management tips for manufacturers. (1,071 words)
- [Pros & Cons of Just-in-time-Inventory Solutions](/content/blog/just-in-time-inventory/index.html): In this article, the experts at First Resonance discuss the pros and cons of Just In Time Inventory Management. Learn about The JIT manufacturing management model today. (774 words)
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- [Outpace the Competition: Advanced Manufacturing as a Strategic Edge](/content/blog/outpace-the-competition-advanced-manufacturing-as-a-strategic-edge.html): At First Resonance, we partner with companies redefining what’s possible—from rockets to renewables. Our latest eBook captures five transformative principles fueling the next era of manufacturing. (591 words)
- [The Primary Manufacturing Processes Employed in Modern Factories](/content/blog/manufacturing-processes/index.html): Manufacturers are making progress toward the next industrial revolution that will digitally transform modern factories. Discover the Primary Manufacturing Processes employed. (715 words)
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- [Integrating Manufacturing Production Management Software](/content/blog/manufacturing-production-management-software/index.html): Integrating Manufacturing Production Management Software with your existing applications and systems can change the game. Find out how in this article from First Resonance. (718 words)
- [Improve Your MES Automation I First Resonance](/content/blog/improve-mes-automation/index.html): Discover the benefits of a modern manufacturing execution system (MES) and future-proof your factory with elevated MES automation. (840 words)
- [3 Cutting Edge Manufacturing Methods That are Changing the Game](/content/blog/manufacturing-methods/index.html): First Resonance take a look at three cutting edge manufacturing tools that are helping the most forward-thinking companies gain an edge on their competition. (586 words)
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- [Achieve Product Line Balancing I First Resonance](/content/blog/how-to-achieve-production-line-balancing/index.html): Learn more about the benefits of a balanced production line and how you can master this technique to reduce waste and improve efficiencies. (882 words)
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- [The Role of Manufacturing Software in Preventing Aerospace Near Catastrophes Like the Boeing 737 Max 9 Door Blowout](/content/blog/the-role-of-manufacturing-software-in-preventing-aerospace-near-catastrophes-like-the-boeing-737-max-9-door-blowout.html): As we navigate this pivotal moment in the evolution of manufacturing, it is imperative that we heed the lessons learned from incidents like the Boeing one. Rather than dismissing them as isolated anomalies, let us use them as catalysts for change and innovation. Together, through collaboration, innovation, and a relentless commitment to excellence, we can build a future where hardware is delivered with unprecedented reliability and confidence. Let's seize this opportunity to shape a better, safer, and more resilient future for all. (616 words)
- [Why You Need to Update Your Inventory Control Software](/content/blog/inventory-control-software/index.html): An accurate account of inventory is key to an efficient, profitable operation. First Resonance outlines why you may need to update your Inventory Software. (769 words)
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- [Our CEO, Karan Talati, joined "We the Builders" podcast to share how leading manufacturers in aerospace, defense, and clean energy are transforming their factories for speed and resilience. | First Resonance Press](/content/press/karan-talati-spacex-engineer-raising-30m-first-resonance.html) (28 words)
- [Manufacturing System Aims To Help Hardware Startups Move Faster | First Resonance Press](/content/press/manufacturing-system-aims-to-help-hardware-startups-move-faster.html) (9 words)
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- [The Big Reveal: The ION Factory Operating System Roadmap for 2024](/content/blog/ionfactoryos2024roadmap/index.html): As we wrap up 2023, we are excited to share the highlights of how the ION Factory Operation System has evolved over the past year and give you a sneak peek of what to expect in the coming year. (355 words)
- [Pros and Cons of a Cloud MES I First Resonance](/content/blog/cloud-mes/index.html): Could your factory benefit from a cloud MES? Learn more about the pros and cons of modern cloud manufacturing software. (790 words)
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- [First Resonance Raises Fresh Round of Funding to Meet Growing Demand for Factory Operating System | First Resonance Press](/content/press/first-resonance-raises-fresh-round-of-funding-to-meet-growing-demand-for-factory-operating-system.html) (109 words)
- [Founded by former SpaceX engineers, First Resonance pitches tools to make things the SpaceX way (TechCrunch) | First Resonance Press](/content/press/founded-by-former-spacex-engineers-first-resonance-pitches-tools-to-make-things-the-spacex-way.html) (16 words)
- [Former SpaceX Engineer’s Platform for Makers of EV, Rockets and Air Taxis Raises $14M | First Resonance Press](/content/press/former-spacex-engineers/index.html) (14 words)
- [Forecasting in Manufacturing: Are You Doing It Wrong?](/content/blog/forecasting-in-manufacturing/index.html): Master the art of forecasting in manufacturing. Avoid common pitfalls, leverage technology, and boost your factory's efficiency. (812 words)
- [What is a Factory Operating System and Why Is It Important?](/content/blog/factory-operating-system/index.html): First Resonance defines the concept of a Factory Operating System, and outlines its importance in progress towards a fully digital manufacturing operation. (885 words)
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- [ION x Silkline](/content/blog/ion-x-silkline/index.html): Manufacturers depend on a diverse array of suppliers in different time zones, using different systems, and of all shapes and sizes. Companies building complex hardware, where hundreds of thousands of parts go into a single product’s assembly, may be working with hundreds of suppliers. In these cases, it is impossible to get everyone to align on common processes and tools. ‍Even if you can get some of your suppliers to use your portal, it’s hard to sustain adoption, and many suppliers will buck this entirely. And can you blame them? We talked to someone at an advanced machine shop, and they explained why. (680 words)
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- [First Resonance Raises $14M Series A to Help Manufacturers Navigate Unprecedented Supply Chain Challenges | First Resonance Press](/content/press/first-resonance-raises-14m-series-a-to-fuel-development-of-factory-operating-system-to-help-manufacturers-navigate-unprecedented-supply-chain-challenges.html) (14 words)
- [First Resonance CEO Karan Talati joins Alicia Shapiro on the AI News Podcast to share insightful perspectives on AI in manufacturing, introducing ION Intelligence and the ION Marketplace. | First Resonance Press](/content/press/agentic-manufacturing-karan-talati-on-first-resonance-ion-intelligence-ainews-com.html) (56 words)
- [Democratizing Data is the Key to Unleashing Industry 4.0's Potential](/content/blog/democratizing-data-is-the-key-to-unleashing-industry-4-0s-potential.html): With data flowing from numerous systems, people, and processes within a facility, manufacturing leaders face the daunting task of harnessing this information effectively. Where should they begin to ensure that their data can guide them to operational gold? (1,185 words)
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- [Never Miss Another Critical Notification from Your Factory Floor: ION and Slack Integration](/content/blog/never-miss-another-critical-notification-from-your-factory-floor-ion-and-slack-integration.html): When you’re building a smart factory, assembling a world-class manufacturing tech stack is a given. The goal is efficiency, automation, and connectivity. However, if your tools aren’t talking to one another, you’re just adding noise. (318 words)
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- [What is a Digital Thread and Why Do You Need One?](/content/blog/digital-thread/index.html): What is a Digital Thread? This article from First Resonance answers this question and explores why you need it for modern manufacturing. (893 words)
- [Factory OS Empowers Existing PLM and ERP Systems](/content/blog/how-a-factory-os-empowers-existing-plm-and-erp-systems.html): While ERP, PLM, and MES systems fill specific functional manufacturing needs, each lacks connectivity to the factory floor, constraining and frustrating its workforce. A Factory OS (operating system) connects every part of a factory floor to your existing systems: PLM, CAD, and ERP, to name a few. (856 words)
- [How to Ensure BOM Accuracy from PLM to MES with ION and Duro Integration](/content/blog/how-to-ensure-bom-accuracy-from-plm-to-mes-with-ion-and-duro-integration.html): The partnership between First Resonance ION Factory Operating System (OS) and Duro aims to bridge the gap with a seamless integration that moves your data from your PLM to your MES. (565 words)
- [A new and improved ION is coming](/content/blog/a-new-and-improved-ion-is-coming/index.html): Over the past few months, we have been architecting and creating the building blocks of a completely new ION. After 3 years of developing ION into a leading Factory OS for modern manufacturing, we’ve found that the number of features we have added to the user-facing application is ripe for an overhaul. (1,142 words)
- [Empowering Your CAPA Process: Inside ION's Non-Conformance Tracking Solution](/content/blog/empowering-your-capa-process-inside-ions-non-conformance-tracking-solution.html): The flexibility of ION and its programmability makes it so complex rules can be established as a result of an issue, corrective action, or preventative action findings. If you want to require specific sign-offs and qualification logic that prevents certain steps within work instructions from moving forward or a different course of action, ION can accommodate it. (741 words)
- [Types of Additive Manufacturing I First Resonance](/content/blog/7-types-of-additive-manufacturing/index.html): Learn more about the types of additive manufacturing and how you can use them to ensure you stay one step ahead in a competitive market. (803 words)
- [Is your factory operating in darkness?](/content/blog/is-your-factory-operating-in-darkness/index.html): First Resonance's founding thesis is that data can radically transform the factory of the future. You can't manage what you can't measure; it's time to turn the lights on! (254 words)
- [The Importance of Cloud-Native Technology for Developers](/content/blog/cloud-native-technology/index.html): Cloud Manufacturing Software is the future. In this fascinating read, First Resonance discusses the importance of Cloud-Native Technology and how it can help you digitize your factory - connecting people, processes, and machines. (1,059 words)
- [The BOM You Need for the 21st Century I First Resonance](/content/blog/as-built-bill-of-materials/index.html): Bring your manufacturing bill of materials (BOMs) to the 21st Century with an as-built bill of materials (aBOM). Read on to learn more. (962 words)
- [A Quick Guide to Choosing Manufacturing Production Software](/content/blog/choosing-manufacturing-production-software/index.html): Choosing Manufacturing Production Software fit for factories today with the ability to scale and enhance in future is key. First Resonance outlines some of the key features to consider. (857 words)
- [First Resonance ION Factory OS Selected to Power Whisper Aero's Revolutionary Ultra-Quiet Propulsor Production](/content/blog/first-resonance-ion-factory-os-selected-to-power-whisper-aeros-revolutionary-ultra-quiet-propulsor-production.html): Whisper Aero, a pioneering aerospace company at the forefront of developing the next generation of electric propulsors, proudly announces its selection of First Resonance's ION Factory OS as the manufacturing execution system to support its imminent production ramp. (703 words)
- [Empowering Agile Manufacturing: The Role of Integrations in Uniting Design and Production](/content/blog/empowering-agile-manufacturing-the-role-of-integrations-in-uniting-design-and-production.html): The integration between cloud-native PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) solutions like Arena and Duro, and First Resonance’s ION Factory Operating System digitally connect engineers and production teams, helping them work more collaboratively within the same datasets. (1,210 words)
- [The Digital Factory: Rethinking from the Ground Up with Industry 4.0 in Mind](/content/blog/digital-factory/index.html): First Resonance takes a look at the concept of Building a Digital Factory with Industry 4.0 in mind. Not only will this improve processes and data flow, but it will also empower its people. (841 words)
- [Epirus Systems: Saving 12 hours per engineer per month with the (ION) analytics engine](/content/case-studies/epirus-data-driven/index.html): Discover how Epirus was able to pull production data and burn down critical issues to achieve their mission of conducting a data-driven and agile manufacturing process. (783 words)
- [AI in Manufacturing Reshaping the Industry I First Resonance](/content/blog/ai-in-manufacturing-industries/index.html): Discover the surprising benefits of AI in manufacturing and how you can begin reaping the benefits of this modern technology. (842 words)
- [Operational Excellence in Manufacturing I First Resonance](/content/blog/achieve-operational-excellence-in-manufacturing/index.html): The pursuit of manufacturing operational excellence is more than a goal, it's a lifeline. Learn more about how to achieve ops excellence from First Resonance. (810 words)
- [What is Agile Manufacturing? - First Resonance Explains](/content/blog/agile-manufacturing/index.html): Discover how adopting agile manufacturing provides businesses with the capabilities to manage and effectively adapt to change. How Agile differs from Lean Manufacturing. (806 words)
- [Advancing Security and Compliance: Our Journey to FedRAMP Authorization](/content/blog/advancing-security-and-compliance-our-journey-to-fedramp-authorization.html): Discover how First Resonance is securing its operations with FedRAMP authorization, ensuring compliance with DoD regulations and strengthening data protection for government contractors and beyond. (889 words)
- [Why Tomorrow’s Hardware Companies are Focused on Agile Production](/content/blog/agile-production/index.html): Learn why Agile Production is a growing trend within future-forward hardware manufacturers, building more flexible, efficient, productive, competitive, and agile organizations. (860 words)
- [Agility with Security: How Epirus saved 2 hours per engineer each week with (ION)](/content/case-studies/epirus-agility-security/index.html): See how Epirus used ION to improve communication and clarity across a growing team, resulting in a 30% improvement in production errors. (611 words)
- [Astranis: Connecting the (whole) world with ION Factory Operating System (OS)](/content/case-studies/astranis-connecting-the-whole-world-with-ion-factory-operating-system-os.html): Astranis uses the ION Factory Operating System (OS) to manage the production of its satellites, provide full traceability from start to finish and beyond, and securely manage its data. (675 words)
- [Changelog #52: Performance Improvements, Workflow Updates & Rollouts](/content/changelog/changelog-52/index.html): Changelog 52 highlights major performance and reliability improvements across ION, smoother workflow scanning, enhanced traceability, and continued rollouts for approvals and dependency handling. (508 words)
- [Changelog #53: Standard Step Visibility, Performance Gains & Maintenance](/content/changelog/changelog-53/index.html): Changelog 53 introduces clearer standard step update visibility, smarter WIP location inheritance, faster high-volume performance, a new kitting experience, and a brief scheduled maintenance window. (504 words)
- [To the moon with AGILE: Increasing traceability with (ION)](/content/case-studies/agile-to-the-moon/index.html): Learn how AGILE Space Industries used ION software to supercharge their team with its unique aBOMs (as-built bill of materials) for granular traceability. (719 words)
- [Celebrating LA’s Hard Tech Titans with Upfront](/content/blog/celebrating-las-hard-tech-titans-with-upfront/index.html): Thank you to the local hard tech community in and around LA for making our co-hosted event with Upfront Ventures last Thursday night a fun, high-energy event at LA’s best-kept secret, The Zimmerman Automobile Driving Museum. (413 words)
- [Celebrating the Local Community of LA Hardware Builders](/content/blog/celebrating-the-local-community-of-builders/index.html): Thank you to everyone who attended our First Resonance Holiday Speakeasy Shindig, and a special thank you to our co-hosts Duro and Sift. For this momentous (219 words)
- [First Resonance Raises $14M Series A to Power the Future of Connected Manufacturing](/content/blog/14m-series-a/index.html): First Resonance has secured $14M in Series A funding led by Craft Ventures to accelerate development of its Factory OS. With 30+ customers already using ION, the platform is expanding workflows, supply chain integration, APIs, and team features to build a faster, more connected future for manufacturing. Do you want me to make a shorter, more press-release style version (focused on the funding milestone), or a product-focused one (highlighting Factory OS and features)? (412 words)
- [Changelog #55: New ION Procedures, Action Logs & Import Enhancements](/content/changelog/changelog-55/index.html): Changelog 55 introduces unified reviews and modern editing in new ION Procedures, execution logs for ION Actions, improved inventory imports, enhanced step visibility, and upcoming rollouts. (469 words)
- [Source: Pioneering Energy Solutions for Space Travel with ION](/content/case-studies/source-pioneering-energy-solutions-for-space-travel-with-ion.html): Source Energy Company is shaping the future of space exploration with reliable, abundant, economical energy solutions. The company’s affordable solar arrays are creating a new model for space power, delivering on a promise to provide low-cost energy with high availability. By leveraging terrestrial technologies, Source is enabling incredible strides in the space industry with revolutionary power solutions that are crucial for industrialization. (507 words)
- [ION CHANGELOG #8 Inventory kitting, New GovCloud region to support ITAR compliance](/content/changelog/changelog-8/index.html): ION CHANGELOG #8 - the latest updates to the ION Factory OS. Includes Inventory kitting, New GovCloud region to support ITAR compliance and Improved aBOM viewer. (200 words)
- [ION CHANGELOG #9 New inventory manager, Serial #autogeneration and Sign up button](/content/changelog/changelog-9/index.html): ION CHANGELOG #9 - the latest updates to the ION Factory OS. Includes New inventory manager, Serial #autogeneration and Sign up button. (245 words)
- [Supercharging satellite engine production by 50% with (ION)](/content/case-studies/supercharging-satellite-phasefour/index.html): See how satellite engine company Phase 4 used (ION) to manage complex manufacturing workflows at the speed a fast-moving hardware company needs. (579 words)
- [ION CHANGELOG #5 - Includes Workcenters, Nested steps and Issues (beta).](/content/changelog/chnagelog-5/index.html): ION CHANGELOG #5 - the latest updates to the ION Factory OS. Includes Workcenters, Nested steps and Issues (beta). (213 words)
- [ION CHANGELOG #7 aBOM builder and visualization (beta) and more](/content/changelog/changelog-7/index.html): ION CHANGELOG #7 - the latest updates to the ION Factory OS. Includes aBOM builder and visualization (beta) , SQL connectors for analytics and Signoffs in your to-dos. (173 words)
- [Changelog #54: Permissions, Datagrid Integrity & Platform Updates](/content/changelog/changelog-54/index.html): Changelog 54 includes improved permission visibility, stronger datagrid integrity, Postgres enhancements, better traceability, and a reminder about upcoming scheduled maintenance. (159 words)
- [Changelog #50: New ION Experience Updates & Upcoming API Changes](/content/changelog/changelog-50/index.html): Explore Changelog 50, featuring new ION Experience filtering and file handling, faster purchase order updates, a video walkthrough, and upcoming API changes rolling out in September. (220 words)
- [ION CHANGELOG #6 Numerical field validations and more](/content/changelog/changelog-6/index.html): ION CHANGELOG #6 - the latest updates to the ION Factory OS. Includes Numerical field validations, New inventory manager and Procedures labels. (182 words)
- [Changelog #49: New ION Experience Preview, Faster Workflows & Performance Gains](/content/changelog/changelog-49/index.html): Get a first look at the new ION Experience, including faster kitting, autogenerated pick lists, improved Actions management, and 30% performance improvements rolling out through August 2025. (356 words)

## About Pages

- [About First Resonance -  Software to Power 21st Century Hardware Production](/content/about/index.html): Learn more about First Resonance -  delivering a new standard in production software. Innovative organizations use ION to accelerate and optimize their production processes from prototyping to production. (310 words)

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