Purpose of reporting

Automated reports turn the same configured production history into a repeatable summary. They reduce manual spreadsheet work and give teams a consistent basis for regular reviews.

Reports can summarize production and downtime over an agreed interval. The exact contents and schedule depend on the installation.

Define the reporting question

Choose the decision the report should support. Examples include reviewing recurring downtime, comparing production periods, or following selected process indicators.

Include only metrics and events that help answer that question. A shorter report with clear definitions is easier to use consistently.

Keep definitions consistent

Agree on the meaning of production time, downtime, operating states, and any included counters. If signal mappings or definitions change, document the change so comparisons remain understandable.

Use the same reporting interval when tracking a trend across multiple periods.

Review exceptions in context

A report highlights where to investigate. Use the downtime event sequence and historical trends to understand an unusual value before drawing conclusions.

Planned stops, maintenance, product changes, or unavailable signals can affect the result and should be considered during review.

Improve the report over time

Begin with a small set of stable measures. Add another metric or event only when it answers a recurring question for the team.

See Analyze downtime for individual stops and Explore historical trends for detailed period comparisons.