Status of Kit:  Released is a term that means the work order has moved from the initial input condition, where it is possible to check on details of the work order and to utilize a check list to indicate certain functions (established in the setup) have been completed (e.g., necessary documents have been received, shortages have been resolved, tooling is available, etc.). An unreleased work order cannot be kitted, nor moved on the shop floor.

KIT (a logic field) means that the work order has been released for production to work on it. This includes kitting and SFT. It means that in the WO screen, the user has clicked on the “Work Order Released” checkbox. Or, this box is automatically checked when all of the items on a work order check list have been completed. It does not mean that the work order or the kit have been started. Until this box is checked, no kitting nor SFT activities can begin.