Welcome to Workheld for Technicians (English)
WorkHeld 5.3
Welcome to this short introduction to WorkHeld.
We will show you in a few steps how to use WorkHeld, to improve assembly, service and maintenance processes!
Part 1: Welcome to the WorkHeld Mobile App
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1.1 Installing the WorkHeld Mobile App
Start the Microsoft Store. It is already pre-installed on your Windows 10 device.
Search for "WorkHeld" and click "Install" to download the WorkHeld Mobile App.
1.2 Log in to WorkHeld
When you start the WorkHeld Mobile App for the first time, you will be taken directly to the login. You should already have received your login data by mail.
1.3 User settings
You can customize your name, profile picture and language in the WorkHeld Mobile app. Click on your WorkHeld User in the upper left corner and then on Settings (gear icon).
1.4 Password
You can change your WorkHeld password at any time. To do this, also click on your WorkHeld User in the upper left corner and then on Settings (gear icon). Then scroll right to the menu item CHANGE PASSWORD and enter your current password and your new password. Then press CHANGE.
1.5 Synchronization
You can synchronize WorkHeld at any time by clicking on SYNCHONISE (cloud icon) on the outer left edge of the WorkHeld Mobile app.
In the settings you will also find the option START FULL SYNCHRONIZATION. A full synchronization is performed automatically when you log in to WorkHeld for the first time but is also useful if you encounter problems during normal synchronization.
1.6 Company logo
You can save your company logo as a .png file in WorkHeld so that it appears on the reports. To do this, click your WorkHeld User again in the upper left corner and then click Settings (gear icon). Then scroll sideways to the menu item "Company logo".
Note that after uploading the .png file, you will need to confirm the logo again by clicking SAVE LOGO.
1.7 Overview
The WorkHeld Mobile App is divided into five areas that you can navigate to using the corresponding icons on the outer left edge.
ORDER OVERVIEW | Here you will find your jobs together with all relevant information. | |
ENTRY OVERVIEW | Here you will find an overview of their entries. | |
INVENTORY MANAGEMENT | Here you can manage your inventory and material orders. | |
EQUIPMENT MANAGEMENT | Here you will find all equipment for which you are responsible. | |
TOOL MANAGEMENT | Here you will find an overview of all tools. |
Part 2: Work Overview
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2.1 Work Overview
Start your work by clicking on the ORDERS icon (wrench) on the outer left of the WorkHeld Mobile app. You can switch between a list view, the view for Standing Orders and unplanned work as well as a calendar view via the tab bar in the upper right corner.
In the list view you will find all Projects / Cases sorted by date and time. On the map, the locations of the Projects / Cases are marked with a small dot.
The points on the map show you where the different Projects / Cases are planned - the colour of the flags next to the Project / Case corresponds to the location on the map.
In the view for Standing Orders and unplanned orders you will find all Standing Orders that have been assigned to you. You also have the option to document unplanned work here.
In the calendar view, the current calendar week is displayed. However, you can use the arrow keys to navigate one calendar week into the past or the future.
If all Work Steps of a Work Order are scheduled at the same time, only the Work Order is shown in the calendar view - you can tell whether it is a single Work Step or a Work Order by the small icon in the lower right corner.
2.2 Overview Projects / Cases / Standing Orders
If you click on a Project or a Case in the list view or on a Standing Order in the view for Standing Orders, you will get an overview of all associated Work Orders. In this overview you can also see basic information about the customer. Click on the Work Order you want to execute to get detailed information.
You can navigate back by clicking on the vertical bars (All Project/Cases/Standing Orders) on the left side of the Work Order list.
2.3 Overview Work Order
The Work Order overview gives you an overview of all the Work Steps that are part of the Work Order. You can see your Work Order location on the map.
Below it, you can see documents and images that have been attached to the Work Order. You only need to click on them to open them either in WorkHeld or in a compatible program.
Tools that are required to execute the Work Order are displayed under the documents. You can also click on the tools to obtain more detailed information.
At the bottom of the screen, WorkHeld displays the equipment that were assigned to the individual Work Steps. Since in this Case all three steps are to be carried out on the same equipment, only that one equipment is displayed. You can, of course, click on the equipment to obtain more detailed information.
Here too, you can move back in the hierarchy at any time by clicking on one of the vertical bars on the left-hand side of the list of steps.
Once again, you can navigate back any time by clicking on the vertical bars on the left side of the Work Order list.
2.4 Overview Work Step
In the overview of the Work Step, you will find a description of the Work Step, the planned work period and a contact with telephone number.
The tools that are specifically required for the Work Step are also displayed. You can also click on the tools to obtain more detailed information.
Only one equipment can be assigned per Work Step. This is also displayed in the step and you can click on the equipment to obtain more detailed information.
You can also see if other colleagues are assigned to the step.
In the overview of the Work Step, you can carry out the entire documentation of your work. On the right hand side you will find the button for start/stop time recording and the button for creating new entries (clipboard with plus sign).
You can also move back in the hierarchy at any time by clicking on one of the vertical bars on the left-hand side next to the detailed information on the Work Step.
2.5 Work Step with Checklist
A checklist can be attached to a Work Step, which can be displayed and processed in the overview of the Work Step.
You can find more information on checklist in chapter 3.9 Checklists.
Part 3: Documentation
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3.1 Start/Stop Time Recording
The easiest way to record your working time is the Start/Stop Automatic. As soon as you start it, a small bar with your working time appears in the upper right corner. You can either use this bar or the same button on the right side to stop the time recording.
If you record your working time via the Start/Stop Automatic, the working time entries are always saved as a draft. You can therefore correct the entries again before you finally submit them.
3.2 Working Time Entry
Of course, you also have the option of entering working times manually. To do so, click on the button for creating new entries (clipboard with plus sign) on the right-hand side and select the symbol for working time (clock). You can now enter the start time and the end time of your work as well as a break. You also have the option of adding a description and a comment to the entry.
You can also create the working time entry for other team members if they are assigned to the Work Step. To do this, simply select all or individual team members from the list.
The entry is automatically saved as SUBMITTED after pressing the SAVE button. However, you can press the toggle button to save the entry as DRAFT.
When you create a working time entry, you can add the following information:
FIELD | Description |
START TIME | Start of work |
END DATE | End of work |
BREAK | Length of the break |
DESCRIPTION | Description of the entry |
DESCRIPTION | Comment on the entry |
If you save an entry as a draft, you can edit it afterwards in the entries section and finally submit it.
3.3 Travel Time Entry / Logbook Entry
To record your travel times, click on the button for creating new entries (clipboard with plus sign) on the right side and select the icon for travel time (car). You can now enter the start time and the end time of your journey and add a description and a comment to the entry.
The entry can be used as a logbook entry at the same time by also specifying the means of transport, start and destination, and the mileage.
You can also create the travel time entry for other team members if they are assigned to the Work Step. To do this, simply select all or individual team members from the list and mark the one or more persons as drivers.
The entry is automatically saved as SUBMITTED after pressing the SAVE button. However, you can press the toggle button to save the entry as DRAFT.
When creating a travel time or logbook entry, you can add the following information:
FIELD | Description |
START TIME | Start of trip |
END TIME | End of trip |
DESCRIPTION | Description of the entry |
COMMENT | Comment on the entry |
MEANS OF TRANSPORT | Means of transport for the trip |
DRIVER | To mark active travel time |
START LOCATION | Start location of the journey with mileage of the vehicle |
DESTINATION | Destination of the journey with mileage of the vehicle |
3.4 Expense Entry
To document expenses, click on the button for creating new entries (clipboard with plus sign) on the right margin and select the symbol for expenses (Euro sign). You can now enter the time and amount of your expenses and add a description and comment to the entry.
You also have the possibility to attach a photo of the invoice to the entry by clicking on the button for creating a photo (camera) in the menu item Images & Documents.
You can also attach a document to the entry, which is already on your computer. To do this, click on the button Documents (framed picture) in the menu item Images & Documents and select the desired document in the file browser.
The entry is automatically saved as SUBMITTED after pressing the SAVE button. However, you can press the toggle button to save the entry as DRAFT.
When creating an expense entry, you can include the following information:
FIELD | Description |
DATE | Date of issue |
AMOUNT | Total expenses |
DESCRIPTION | Description of the entry |
COMMENT | Comment on the entry |
PICTURES & DOCUMENTS | Photo of the invoice |
3.5 Defect Entry
To record a defect, click on the button for creating new entries (clipboard with plus sign) on the right margin and select the symbol for defects (warning triangle). Among other things, you have the option of defining the defect type and category, selecting an affected material from the material catalogue, or specifying the time loss caused. You can also attach a photograph or documents to the entry.
The entry is automatically saved as SUBMITTED after pressing the SAVE button. However, you can press the toggle button to save the entry as DRAFT.
When creating a defect entry, you can include the following information:
FIELD | Description |
TIME | Time at which the defect occurred |
DEFECT TYPE | Type of defect |
DEFECT CATEGORY | Category of defect |
DESCRIPTION | Description of the defect |
PROVISIONAL SOLUTION | Provisional solution for the defect |
ORDER NUMBER | Order number |
MATERIAL | Material affected by the defect |
MACHINE / EQUIPMENT TYPE | Machine / Equipment type affected by deficiency |
AFFECTED COST CENTER / Department | Cost centre / Department affected by deficiency |
LOSS OF TIME | Loss of time caused by the defect |
DESCRIPTION | Description of the entry |
COMMENT | Comment on the entry |
PICTURES & DOCUMENTS | Photo of the defect |
3.6 Measurement Entry
To record measured values and meter readings, click on the button for creating new entries (clipboard with plus sign) on the right-hand side and select the symbol for detailed recording (calliper gauge). You can define the type and unit of measurement and add a description and comment. Of course, it is also possible to attach a photo or documents to the entry.
The entry is automatically saved as SUBMITTED after pressing the SAVE button. However, you can press the toggle button to save the entry as DRAFT.
When creating a measurement entry, you can add the following information:
FIELD DESCRIPTION | Description |
TIME | Time of measurement |
MEASUREMENT TYPE | Type of measurement |
VALUE | Numerical result of the measurement |
UNIT | Unit of measurement |
DESCRIPTION | Description of the entry |
COMMENT | Comment on the entry |
PICTURES & DOCUMENTS | Photo of the measurement |
3.7 Material Consumption Entry
To document your material consumption, click on the button for creating new entries (clipboard with plus sign) on the right margin and select the symbol for material consumption (spark plug). You can now enter the material from the material catalogue and the quantity consumed.
The entry is automatically saved as SUBMITTED after pressing the SAVE button. However, you can press the toggle button to save the entry as DRAFT.
There are three different material types in WorkHeld: Consumables, spare parts and assembly material. You can only create a material consumption entry for spare parts and assembly material.
Note that the spare parts are linked to the inventory list. If you document their consumption, your inventory list is adjusted accordingly. You cannot document spare parts consumption that would result in negative inventory.
When you create a material consumption entry, you can add the following information:
FIELD | Description |
MATERIAL | Used material |
CONSUMED QUANTITY | Consumed quantity of the material |
DESCRIPTION | Description of the entry |
COMMENT | Comment on the entry |
3.8 Construction Diary Entry
To create a construction diary entry, click on the button for creating new entries (clipboard with plus sign) on the right margin and select the symbol for the construction diary entries (diary). You can now document the weather conditions, the tools used, deliveries received and special incidents.
The entry is automatically saved as SUBMITTED after pressing the SAVE button. However, you can press the toggle button to save the entry as DRAFT.
When creating a construction diary entry, you can attach the following information:
FIELD | Description |
DATE / TIME | Date/time of measurement |
WEATHER CONDITIONS | Weather conditions |
TEMPERATURE | Temperature |
ADDITIONAL COMMENT (WEATHER) | Comments on the weather situation |
TOOLS | List of tools used on this day |
RECEIVED DELIVERIES | List of deliveries received on that day |
INCIDENTS | List of incidents and special events |
DESCRIPTION | Description of the entry |
COMMENT | Comment on the entry |
PICTURES & DOCUMENTS | Photos for construction diary entry |
The construction diary entry becomes complete only through other entries (e.g. deficiency entries) and a signature. You can create a construction diary report that contains all the necessary entries.
3.9 Checklists
A checklist can be attached to a Work Step, which is displayed in the overview of the Work Step. By clicking on the checklist, it opens and can be processed.
For the first check in the above picture only the serial number must be inserted in the empty field. Further information is not necessary.
The second check on the checklist is a classic checklist item whose execution must be confirmed by moving the button from the value "No" to "Yes".
For the third check not only the value must be inserted in the first empty field, but it is also necessary to define the unit of measurement. You can simply select the unit from the dropdown menu.
For the last check a date and time must be entered, which can be selected from the dropdown menu.
A comment can be added to each check of a checklist by clicking on the comment symbol (speech bubble). The comment is automatically saved with the entry.
Only after a checklist item has been completely filled out, the button for saving the check (disk) is activated. When a checklist item is saved, a measurement value entry is created, which is displayed in the overview of all entries like normal measurement value entries and can be included in reports.
Even if you save checklist items and corresponding measured value entries have been generated as a result, the checklist will be displayed as empty when you leave the Work Step with the checklist and call it up again at a later time.
3.10 Documentation without Assignment
It is possible to document work that was not assigned to you in the form of a Project/Case. To do this, click on the ORDERS icon (wrench) on the outer left edge of the WorkHeld Mobile app and then on the view for Standing Orders and unplanned orders in the top right-hand side of the tab bar.
By clicking UNASSIGNED WORK ITEMS, you can create entries and even reports as normal, but these must be subsequently assigned by a coordinator to an existing or newly created order.
Part 4: Reports and Entries
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Part 5: Order Completion
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Part 6: Material Management
Part 7: Equipment and Tools
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