Quality Assurance from Detection to Resolution

Maintain Flow While Resolving Issues Quickly and Confidently

In complex manufacturing environments, disconnected or manual NC processes lead to unneeded delays, recurring issues, and audit exposure. With teams relying on siloed systems, critical issues slip through the cracks, complicating resolution and root cause analysis.

Manufacturo’s Nonconformance app is not a layered-on solution; it embeds quality oversight directly into production and inventory workflows, so that every NC is captured, traced, and resolved quickly. Workflows are structured and rule-based, so operations retain integrity and efficiency.

With Manufacturo’s nonconformance solution, we can quickly and reliably pinpoint any root cause of nonconformance instances and perform a process failure modes effects analysis (PFMEA)….having a clear nonconformance or issue ticket system to be able to track any deviations or nonconformances on the aircraft, we were able to burn those down and make sure that we were closing those out specifically before key tests as well.

Ellen Malloy

Director of Manufacturing, Hermeus

The Hidden Cost of Disconnected NC Workflow

Without an integrated NC system, manufacturers risk:

Missed root causes and recurring defects
Costly delays due to unclear ownership or outdated status
Incomplete documentation risking audit failures
Difficulty enforcing quality controls in dynamic production environments

With Manufacturo, nonconformances are captured, controlled, and closed through an orchestrated, traceable workflow—no matter where the issue originates.

Key Features of the Nonconformance App

Fast, Filterable Defect Dashboards

See open NCs by status, assignee, location, or last update
Track conditions, disposition status, serial/lot numbers, and approvals
Drill down by product, pedigree, location, or custom fields

Embedded Quality Oversight in Shop Floor and Inventory Workflows

Detect defects during data collection and inventory operations
Link NCs to work orders, supplier lots, or inspections
Enforce “Must Resolve By” logic to apply trace-level constraints and actively contain defective parts
– Block active work or downstream operations until disposition is approved
– Prevent movement across inventory, or restrict to planned assemblies only
– Apply multiple constraints to control closeout operations, milestone activities, or WIP assemblies
– Automatically track and authorize movement through the NC workflow as part of disposition approval
– Gain full control and peace of mind with persistent containment at the trace level

Configurable, Rule-Based Dispositions

Define disposition types (repair, rework, scrap, RTV) with linked rules
Generate disposition operations tied to NC conditions
Route and escalate approvals based on role, qualification, defect type, risk thresholds, or customer requirements
Customize workflows, transitions, and required fields

Administrative Oversight and Granular Permissions

Unlock or edit NCs with controlled admin privileges
Override approvals with full audit logging
Manage condition locks, redline releases, and proxy actions
Configure trace and pedigree-based logic

End-to-End Traceability and Audit Readiness

Log every action: what, where, when, and by whom
Maintain a full timeline of discovery, analysis, and resolution
Link NCs to CAPAs for root cause analysis, with automatic backflow of final cause data to all related NCs
Eliminate manual updates—ensure consistent, accurate records across the NC network as soon as the CAPA is closed
Export NC data to audit-ready PDFs

Visualizing the Nonconformance Lifecycle

Manufacturo’s Nonconformance app is more than just a defect ticket — it’s a structured, traceable workflow that connects detection, disposition, and resolution across production and inventory.

From Detection to Resolution

Defect or Event Triggered

Issue identified during inspection, data collection, or supplier receipt.

NC Record Created

Nonconformance logged with category, location, product, and automatically captured WIP traceability. “Must Resolve By” containment is applied automatically, with authorized control over downstream movement.

Disposition and Approval

Disposition type selected (e.g., rework, scrap, RTV) and routed for approval.

Root Cause and CAPA

Linked to CAPA or investigation if needed, with root cause documented.

Containment and Execution

Disposition sent to production or inventory with “Must Resolve By” control, which prevents escapes and avoid costly rework.

Resolution and Closure

Actions completed, approvals captured, and NC closed with audit trail.

Full Control with Configurable Features

Manufacturo’s NC system adapts to your quality processes and risk posture, supporting:

Redline and release workflows
Pedigree-controlled variance so engineers can focus on higher-level work, while reducing the burden on R&D hardware.
Worry-free, fire & forget, “must Resolve By” logic for inventory and production control
Custom fields for categories, sources, and classifications
Configurable placeholders in NC condition and disposition notes to guide consistent documentation
CAPA linkage for structured root cause analysis
Quick follow-up actions for non-systemic defects using Action Boards

Administrative privileges include: