Filtering by Item Type allows you to check what inventory you need for a given time frame. You can search for and create a printable report within the Production Module for specific Item Types.
To make this the most effective, make sure that Items are properly categorized in the correct Item Type. This way, you can easily track what types of Items are ordered within a given timeframe.
Display View
In the Production Module, choose to Display the Reports by 'Item' or 'by Order.'
Display By Order
Lists the Production Reports by Order Number.
Display By Item
Lists the Production Reports by Item Type.
Filter by Item Type
With either Display View, you can choose to view only Orders or Items that fit within a specific Item Type.
By Item
Only shows Items that have been Ordered fitting within the Item Type.
By Order
Only shows Orders that have Items fitting within that Item Type.