Number Questions
Number questions in uAuditor allow inspectors to enter numeric values during inspections. They are used to capture measurable operational data such as temperatures, counts, durations, and equipment readings.
Numeric inputs help organizations monitor performance indicators and verify compliance with operational thresholds.
What Are Number Questions?
A number question enables inspectors to enter a numeric value instead of selecting a predefined response.
These values can represent:
- temperature readings
- equipment measurements
- stock quantities
- timing durations
- pressure levels
- service performance metrics
Number questions support structured and measurable inspections.
When to Use Number Questions
Number questions are recommended when inspections require:
- recording temperature values
- measuring equipment performance
- verifying storage conditions
- tracking quantity levels
- monitoring service timing
- validating operational thresholds
They help convert inspections into measurable performance data.
How to Add a Number Question
To add a number question to a template:
- Open the Templates module
- Select the required template
- Open the target Page
- Select the appropriate Section
- Click Add Question
- Enter the question title
- Select Number as the response type
- Save the question
The question becomes available immediately during inspections.
Example Use Cases for Number Questions
Organizations commonly use number questions for:
- Temperature Monitoring
- Example: “Enter the refrigerator temperature.”
- Inventory Checks
- Example: “Enter the number of items available in storage.”
- Equipment Measurements
- Example: “Record the pressure reading of the machine.”
- Service Performance Tracking
- Example: “Enter the order preparation time in minutes.”
These values support accurate operational monitoring.
Using Number Questions with Threshold Monitoring
Number questions can help identify compliance deviations when values fall outside acceptable ranges.
For example:
- refrigeration temperature above allowed limits
- equipment pressure below required levels
- cleaning duration shorter than required time
- stock levels below minimum thresholds
This enables early detection of operational risks.
Impact on Inspection Reports
Numeric responses appear directly in inspection reports and help:
- track measurable performance indicators
- compare results across locations
- identify operational trends 📊
- support compliance verification
- strengthen decision-making processes
They provide structured data for analysis and improvement.
Best Practices for Using Number Questions
To use number questions effectively:
- clearly specify measurement units (°C, minutes, quantity, etc.)
- define acceptable value ranges when applicable
- place number questions near related checkpoints
- avoid using numeric inputs when qualitative answers are more appropriate
- review collected values regularly for performance insights
Number questions improve inspection accuracy by capturing measurable operational data that supports monitoring, compliance tracking, and continuous improvement across locations.
