ERP

Make-to-Stock (MTS) manufacturing is where producers make their items based solely on expected customer demand. Rather than a pre-planned production cycle, manufacturers predict the amount of orders based on individual products. To better anticipate what customers want requires a strong tool to determine important trends. Similarly, managing the complexities of your workplace requires a system …

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One of the most important principles for medical device, equipment and supplies manufacturers is risk management. Medical manufacturers are required to keep consumers safe and minimize risk by offering products that are reliable, work as expected and do not cause harm. These expectations are outlined by the FDA and ISO 14971. However, there are many …

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For manufacturers with multiple locations, managing inventory can be frustrating. Problems like ordering materials on time, utilizing first-in-first-out principles, and storing items efficiently are compounded when you have to coordinate efforts for multiple facilities. When each facility has their own inventory system, it is impossible to maximize efficiency and costs. In this blog, we will …

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An ERP is a standard platform of modern manufacturers, but some organizations hesitate to implement the software for the first time or to upgrade an outdated program. Critics of ERP claim that it is too expensive to justify the cost, but the right ERP will pay for itself and bring added profits to your business. …

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Introduction True supply chain end-to-end optimization requires global, highly available, highly responsible application services to manage the movement of materials across a digital network. According to Grand View Research, the global supply chain management market size “is expected to expand at a CAGR of 11.1% from 2023 to 2030.” As the need for this technology …

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Introduction The pandemic led to major disruptions in manufacturing and the industry is still navigating an economic climate of uncertainty. Don’t let your competitors get ahead by better preparing for what the year has to offer. Although it is impossible to know the future, research does point to a few things we can expect in …

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Introduction With so much disruption in the past few years, customers are fed up with promises that aren’t delivered on. For manufacturers to be successful in this highly turbulent environment, they need to produce high quality goods rapidly. Having digital resources is essential to meeting the high demands of customers. Conquering logistics, forecasting and communicating …

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Building a new foundation for change Merely implementing a new ERP isn’t enough to fully modernize a supply chain and create a more valuable digital network. Processes and systems must adapt as the solution streamlines old ways of working. Manual invoicing, spreadsheets, and traditional control towers utilizing outdated communication processes all reinforce siloes throughout the …

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Introduction The shop floor determines the success or failure of a manufacturer, but it is one of the most difficult areas to bring about sustainable long-term improvements. Unexpected errors and delays, resistance to change amongst workers and lack of visibility can hold your shop floor back. In this blog, we will cover the ways an …

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Introduction For medical manufacturers, a medical device recall is their worst nightmare. Your company will be scrambling to halt production, provide rapid customer service to a large amount of customers at the same time, respond to revenue loses and mitigate damage to your brand’s reputation, all while working with the FDA. The only thing worse …

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Introduction Navigating the challenges of today’s supply chains requires an unprecedented level of agility. It calls for supply chain tools that deliver network-wide trading partner connectivity to enable real-time visibility, demand and supply planning, and production scheduling insights. Fortunately, modern tools deployed in an organization’s technology stack can digitally transform the supply chain, revealing new …

Why Supply Chain Digitization is No Longer Optional for Manufacturers Read More »

Introduction Inventory management is one of the biggest factors to becoming a successful manufacturer, but most companies overlook a critical step: prioritizing their inventory. Without understanding the characteristics of your inventory, it will be nearly impossible to focus your efforts, navigate inventory turnover and expand your brand. Learn how to prioritize your inventory and what …

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Introduction One of the hardest challenges for manufacturers is managing inventory turnover. No one wants to have their capital overinvested in inventory, to be forced to sell items at a discount, or to waste precious storage space on undesired items. Forecasting is meant to help businesses plan for the future, but can it really help …

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Introduction Most manufacturers struggle to keep track of what is happening in their warehouses, which hurts their bottom line. In contrast, industry leaders have clear insight into both their warehouses and their entire supply chain by using a warehouse management system (WMS). In this article, we will discuss the benefits of a WMS that allow …

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Introduction Most manufacturing organizations find that materials represent the largest portion of their costs for products. Yet, few focus on the strategic importance of systems tools, processes, or the structure of procurement. Below are some of the critical success factors for elevating the procurement functions in your organization: Do Make procurement important. Make sure the …

Procurement Do’s and Don’ts Read More »