What are standard operating procedures (SOPs)?

Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) on the factory floor are a critical set of instructions for performing a task. SOPs are created to ensure repeatable and perfect results. They're imperative for the safety, efficiency, and productivity of the shop floor and assembly line. However, creating SOPs that work as intended must be easy to make, update, use and share. Interactive digital work instructions mean better SOPs, which means frontline workers can do their jobs correctly - the first time.