How CoYield Works — Step by Step

Define Output Products — On the work order, specify all expected outputs: the primary product, co-products, and by-products. Set expected yield percentages for each.
Run Production — As production completes, operators record actual quantities for every output product — not just the main product.
Automatic Inventory Receipt — CoYield automatically receives all output products into inventory with proper lot assignments. No manual inventory adjustments needed.
Scrap & Recovery Tracking — Waste, scrap, and recoverable materials are captured as separate line items. For precious metals or chemicals, this recovery tracking directly impacts profitability.
Yield Analysis — Compare actual outputs against expected yields. CoYield highlights variances and works with YieldCraft for deeper trend analysis.

Real-World Example: Meat Processing Plant

A meat processor breaks down beef carcasses into multiple cuts — ribeye, strip loin, ground beef, trim, fat, and bone. Each carcass produces 8-12 different output items. Without CoYield, only the primary cut gets received through the work order; everything else requires manual adjustments. With CoYield, all outputs are defined on the work order and received automatically — with yield tracking showing recovery rates by cut, by supplier, and by grade.

Real-World Example: Gold Refinery

A gold refinery processes raw material into refined gold, with silver and platinum as co-products and slag as a by-product. CoYield tracks the yield of each precious metal from every refining batch, automatically values recovered materials at current market rates, and provides the data needed for accurate P&L reporting on multi-output processes.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does CoYield handle cost allocation across co-products?

CoYield supports configurable cost allocation methods. Costs can be allocated based on yield percentages, relative market value, or fixed allocation ratios — depending on your accounting requirements.

Can CoYield track outputs that vary from batch to batch?

Yes. While expected yields are defined on the work order, actual outputs are recorded independently for each production run. CoYield captures the variance and makes it available for analysis through YieldCraft.

Does CoYield support lot tracking for co-products?

Yes. Each output product — whether primary, co-product, or by-product — can be assigned its own lot number with full traceability back to the source work order and input materials.

How does CoYield differ from NetSuite's native co-product feature?

NetSuite Advanced Manufacturing has basic co-product support, but CoYield extends it significantly with automatic inventory receipts for all outputs, scrap and recovery tracking, integration with YieldCraft for trend analysis, and flexible cost allocation across multiple output products.

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CoYield — Co-Product & By-Product Yield Tracking for NetSuite

CoYield brings comprehensive co-product and by-product management to NetSuite. In process manufacturing, a single production run often produces multiple outputs — some intentional, some secondary. CoYield tracks every output, automatically adjusts inventory, and provides detailed yield analysis to optimize your manufacturing processes.

The Co-Product Challenge

NetSuite's standard work order system assumes one input produces one output. But in reality, process manufacturers routinely produce multiple products from a single production run. A meat processor yields multiple cuts from a carcass. A chemical process produces the target compound plus recoverable by-products. A lumber mill produces boards, chips, and sawdust. CoYield handles all of these scenarios natively in NetSuite.

Key Capabilities

Multi-Output Work Orders

Define multiple output items for a single work order. Specify expected yields, and CoYield tracks actual production against those expectations for every co-product and by-product.

Automatic Inventory Adjustments

When a work order completes, CoYield automatically receives all output products into inventory — not just the primary product. This ensures your inventory levels are always accurate across all produced items.

Scrap & Recovery Tracking

Track scrap, waste, and recoverable materials from every production run. Know exactly how much value you're capturing and where losses occur. Particularly valuable for precious metals, chemicals, and food processing where recovery rates directly impact profitability.

Yield Analysis

Analyze actual yields against expected yields over time. Identify trends, optimize formulas, and make data-driven decisions to improve your manufacturing efficiency.

Industries That Benefit from CoYield

CoYield is essential for meat and poultry processors, chemical manufacturers, petroleum and refining, lumber and timber, jewelry and precious metals, dairy processing, and any process manufacturer producing multiple outputs from a single production run in NetSuite.

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