Industry playbook
QR codes for manufacturing
Traceability and uptime depend on the right doc at the line. QR codes on cells can open the current SOP—if MES integration and access control are sorted.
Built for factory and quality teams.
Where this shows up
- batch tracking
- process SOP
- maintenance records
Roll it out
- Link to version-controlled documents, not email attachments.
- Authenticate staff devices where IP requires it.
- Use metal-rated tags in harsh environments.
- Swap dynamic QR targets when you migrate PLM systems.
Plant floor
- Tool crib checkout.
- Andon follow-up links.
- Supplier quality holds.
Questions people ask
- IT/OT separation?
- Don’t bridge shop floor to unsafe networks; follow plant standards.
- Audits?
- Log which revision was shown at scan time.