End-to-end batch recording

A material batch refers to a defined quantity of a raw material or intermediate product that has been manufactured or supplied under identical conditions. A product batch, on the other hand, refers to a specific quantity of a finished product that has been produced in a continuous manufacturing process. Both types of batch are uniquely identified to ensure that their origin and processing steps can be traced without any gaps.

Batch recording plays a key role in manufacturing companies when it comes to quality assurance, traceability and process optimisation. As digitalisation continues to advance, the precise and automated recording of batches is becoming increasingly important. Modern technologies enable the comprehensive documentation of all relevant information and offer numerous benefits for companies wishing to future-proof their production processes.

In more detail, batch tracking refers to the unique identification and documentation of material or product batches throughout the entire value chain. Each batch is assigned a unique, unambiguous number containing information such as origin, production date, raw materials used and process parameters. The digital recording of this data forms the basis for efficient and transparent production, as it enables seamless traceability. Particularly in regulated sectors such as the food, pharmaceutical or medical technology industries, this traceability is not only a competitive advantage but a legal requirement. In the event of complaints or recalls, affected batches can be quickly identified and isolated, thereby minimising financial losses and damage to reputation.

End-to-end and digital: batch recording with tetys

Digitising your batch recording processes plays a key role in boosting efficiency. Through the use of barcodes, RFID technology or mobile devices, data is captured automatically and in real time. This significantly reduces the risk of errors associated with manual data entry and speeds up workflows. The integration of batch recording into tetys-MES ensures that all relevant information is available centrally and can be analysed at any time:

Has a supplier batch failed to meet your requirements, and are you looking to identify the points in your process where the material or material batch in question was used?
Forward analysis starting from the point of material receipt enables you to carry out a targeted search for the critical points.

Does one of your customers require detailed information about a specific delivery of prefabricated components? When and where was it manufactured, and which production or material batches are involved?
This can be easily traced via a reverse analysis from the goods dispatch record and presented and communicated in the required level of detail.

Our tetys batch recording system can be configured (not programmed) within the system to suit your specific processes.
This significantly improves the planning and management of your supply chain through the precise documentation of batch information. You can also optimise your stock levels, minimise waste and manage material usage in a targeted manner. Last but not least, by working with us, you can lay a sustainable foundation in good time to meet the growing regulatory requirements for a fully traceable supply chain. tetys is already supporting several of your customers on their journey towards fulfilling the digital product passport requirements for their products. You too can benefit from our expertise in this area.

To successfully overcome the challenges mentioned when implementing digital batch recording solutions, we offer comprehensive support to interested companies. Our range of services encompasses both the provision of suitable software solutions and comprehensive services – from analysis and process definition through to system integration, staff training and continuous optimisation. We place particular emphasis on seamless integration between ERP and MES systems and production machinery, ensure the highest standards of data quality and security, and make sure that all stakeholders are fully prepared for the new technologies. This provides companies with a bespoke solution that is precisely tailored to their individual requirements and creates lasting added value.

Overall, batch recording is far more than just a mandatory task. It represents a strategic lever for quality, efficiency and competitiveness. Digitising this process enables manufacturing companies to create transparency, reduce costs and reliably meet regulatory requirements.

Please do not hesitate to let us know your specific questions and concerns. Our experts will be happy to guide you from your individual starting point right through to an optimised application.
We look forward to hearing from you on this topic – to help you take your own production to the next level.