Versioned work instructions with version restore
Save a new version each time a procedure changes. Restore any previous version on the Pro plan to see what was in effect at a given point. Older versions stay accessible for reference.
Manufacturing Work Instructions in Minutes, not weeks
Film any shop floor process with your phone. AI creates a structured work instruction in under 10 minutes. Organize by production line or department. Operators open the right work instruction at the workstation with a QR code, in their language.
Reviewed by Gregor Obreza
, Co-founder and CEO 10min
from video to published work instruction
50+
languages for multilingual teams
40%
fewer process errors
The Challenges
Process knowledge lives on the shop floor
Experienced operators carry critical process knowledge in their heads. When they're absent or leave, production quality suffers.
Shift-to-shift variation causes defects
Different operators follow different methods for the same task. Inconsistency drives quality issues, rework, and scrap.
Documentation can't keep up with changes
Paper binders and PDFs are outdated the moment a process changes. Maintaining work instructions across dozens of procedures feels impossible.
How SOPX Solves This
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Video to work instruction in under 10 minutes
Film any manufacturing process with a phone camera. AI analyzes the video and generates a structured work instruction with step-by-step descriptions and key actions.
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Organize work instructions by line, department, or shift
Group work instructions into workspaces by production line, department, or workstation. Set up teams so each shift sees their relevant procedures. Share via QR codes at the machine.
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Update instantly when processes change
Edit only the affected step and publish. Workers see the update immediately. No reprinting, no redistribution, no outdated binders.
Workflow fit
How SOPX fits the production line
Film once, organize by line and shift, and put work instructions at the workstation where the work happens.
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Film the process on the line
Capture an experienced operator running the procedure with a phone. No special hardware. AI extracts the steps automatically.
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Organize by line, department, or shift
Group work instructions into workspaces that match how the floor is structured. Each shift sees only the procedures that apply to them.
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Distribute via QR code at the workstation
Stick a QR code on the machine or workbench. Operators scan it to open the work instruction in their language.
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Update one step when something changes
Swap the affected step with new video or images. The rest of the work instruction stays intact and the version log updates automatically.
Compliance and risk
Versioning and quality-system support
Manufacturing quality systems ask for procedure history, distribution control, and standardization. SOPX gives you versioning, workspace-based access, and one source of truth across the floor.
Multilingual safety procedures
Translate critical safety work instructions into 50+ languages with AI. A side-by-side editor lets a reviewer correct each step against the original before publishing.
One source of truth across the floor
Replace scattered binders, PDFs, and shared drives with a single workspace. Every shift, every line, every operator sees the same current work instruction on the workstation device or via QR code.
Review, approve, and publish workflow
An editor reviews each procedure before it goes live for operators. Turn on approvals to require a reviewer's sign-off before a new version reaches the line, with an optional four-eyes rule and a read-only procedure history of who did what and when.
How SOPX compares
Teams evaluating SOPX for manufacturing teams usually weigh it against SwipeGuide , Dozuki , Gembadocs , and Scribe . The side-by-side breakdowns show where each tool fits and where SOPX pulls ahead.
Specialized for
Electronics & PCB
Electronics and PCB assembly teams run hundreds of build, inspection, and test procedures in mismatched formats. Import existing PDFs or film the line on a phone, AI turns each one into a structured work instruction, annotate the exact component and orientation, and keep one versioned format across every plant.
Learn more →Footwear & Apparel
In footwear and apparel, the method that separates good work from scrap lives in your operators' hands. Film a skilled operator cutting, lasting, stitching, or finishing on a phone, AI writes each step with a clip and description, mark the exact spot on the material, and put one method in every language on the floor.
Learn more →Relevant Use Cases
Video to SOP
Video SOP software turns a process recording into a structured, step-by-step SOP, and AI writes each step from the footage. Film any process on a phone or screen recording, and AI turns it into a SOP where every step has a trimmed clip, a title, and a description. No writing, no editing software. Then edit it, translate it into 50+ languages, version it, and share it by link or QR, all in one workspace.
Learn more →Process Standardization
Process variation drives quality issues, waste, and errors. Standardize every task with visual SOPs generated from your best methods, accessible at every workstation.
Learn more →Training & Onboarding
Upload a process video. Get a step-by-step SOP in minutes. New hires train independently with visual procedures. No more weeks of shadowing.
Learn more →Quality & Compliance
Generate the procedure from a process video. Save a new version every time it changes. Translate it to 50+ languages with a side-by-side review editor. Share it at the workstation by QR code. Export to PDF or Word for an audit binder.
Learn more →Built for These Roles
Operations Manager
You do not have hours to write procedures, and your best operators should not either. They film the job on a phone, AI drafts a clear step-by-step SOP, and you review it in minutes. The line keeps running when someone is out.
Learn more →Plant / Site Manager
Quality slips when every operator runs the process their own way. Film a machine setup once, let AI draft a step-by-step work instruction in minutes, and publish it so the line runs the same on every shift.
Learn more →COO / VP of Operations
Output should not depend on who is on shift. Capture the proven method on video, let AI draft the operating procedure in minutes, and publish the same playbook to every site. Execution stops varying from location to location.
Learn more →Frequently Asked Questions
How does SOPX work for manufacturing processes?
Film your operator performing the task on the shop floor using any phone camera. Upload the video to SOPX. AI analyzes it and generates a structured work instruction with step-by-step descriptions. Review the draft, make any adjustments, and publish. Your team opens the work instruction from any device or via QR code at the workstation.
Can SOPX handle complex multi-step manufacturing processes?
Yes. Break complex processes into individual task work instructions, each covering one operation. SOPX handles any process that can be filmed: assembly, inspection, setup, changeover, packaging, and more. Link related work instructions together for multi-step workflows.
We have operators who speak different languages. How does SOPX handle that?
SOPX translates work instructions into 50+ languages using AI. A side-by-side editor lets you review and correct each translated step against the original, critical for safety-sensitive manufacturing procedures. Each operator reads the work instruction in their native language.
How do I document ISO 9001 work instructions with video-based SOPs?
Film the operator running the task, and AI turns it into a structured work instruction with versioned change history, which is a core requirement of ISO 9001 clause 7.5 on documented information. Every revision is captured in version history, and an editor reviews each procedure before publishing. Translate it into 50+ languages so every operator follows the same controlled procedure. Approvals can require a reviewer to sign off before a new version publishes, and a read-only procedure history records who did what and when.
How do I capture a retiring operator's process before they leave?
Record the experienced operator performing the task once with a phone. AI converts that footage into a step-by-step work instruction with screenshots and descriptions, so the knowledge stays in the business instead of walking out the door. New hires then follow the same procedure independently, without shadowing the person who used to be the only one who knew it.
Does SOPX work for window, door, and joinery manufacturing?
Yes. Window, door, and joinery makers run exactly the kind of build-and-install work SOPX is built for: frame assembly, glazing, hardware fitting, finishing, and on-site installation. Film the method once and AI turns it into a structured work instruction with screenshots. Use it both at the workstation in the shop and on a phone at the install site, in the installer's language.
Can SOPX document electronics and wiring harness assembly?
Yes. Wiring harness and electronics assembly depend on getting the exact connector, routing, and crimp right, which is where annotations help most. Film the assembly, and AI builds a step-by-step work instruction. Add arrows and callouts on the key frame to point at the precise pin, connector, or route, so operators see exactly what matters and build it the same way every time.
What's the cost for a manufacturing team?
SOPX pricing is transparent and publicly listed at $9–$12 per user/month with no minimum seats and no implementation fee. Start a free trial today. No demo, no sales call required.
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