Technology offers us increasingly greater interconnectivity through mobile devices. Growing manufacturers can take advantage of our heightened capacity to work from anywhere with a flexible Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system. With an ERP optimized for mobility, businesses can operate in ways never before possible to become industry leaders. Device Flexibility Over the past few decades, …
Quality management is essential for medical manufacturers because it impacts every aspect of their organizations. In this highly competitive and critical atmosphere, quality issues easily have the potential to sink medical device, equipment or supplies companies. Instead of making quality management feel like a burden, an ERP can simplify quality management so that your team …
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ERP myths are everywhere in the manufacturing industry. Companies want the boost in sales, cost reduction and data transparency an ERP brings, but these myths can hinder organizations from taking the next step. Don’t let a false narrative hold your business back from reaching the next level with an ERP solution. In this blog, we …
ERP and CRM systems are both valuable tools for manufactures that want to access to production and customer data. However, your system and are organization will be held back if these applications remain disconnected from each other. Connecting your ERP and CRM with an integration will offer full data visibility and the tools to outmaneuver …
In implementing an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) solution, many factors come into play. One of the most prominent is the potential customization of your selection. These are additions specifically included in the installation as requested by the client. While some may be surprised, this isn’t uncommon for those purchasing an ERP. Most ERP implementations feature …
The CAPA process is one of the biggest points of concern for medical device companies. CAPA (corrective and preventive action) is always evaluated during FDA inspections, so it is unsurprising that so many 483s and FDA warning letters focus on CAPA. No one wants their organization to get in trouble with the FDA because of …
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Measuring time is one of the most critical factors to running any successful business endeavor. The Austrian School of economics favors the concept of low “time-preference,” or a long-term outlook for an enterprise. From the very start, an owner must be geared towards thinking ahead so they are ready to expand when new opportunities come. …
Manufacturers need to be able to complete every step of their business processes smoothly to deliver quality goods and services to their customers. If your software is clunky or unable to support your procedures, then it will hold you back and allow your competition to overtake you in terms of reliability and profit margins. The …
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Technology is an interesting element in today’s ever-changing businesses. At one point, it was considered a gimmick, an additional tool that would have a minor impact. Yet, in the modern economy technology is a must-have for companies to fully function. Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software solutions have followed a similar path. Many firms were initially …
A cloud ERP is an information resource for your manufacturing data that allows you to make informed decisions about your business. With a cloud ERP, everyone has critical information at their fingertips. Without it, leadership is making decisions blindly, which can lead to losses that sink your organization. However, manufacturers looking to invest in a …
It’s after March 29, 2023. That means that the requirements outlined in section 524B, Ensuring Cybersecurity of Devices (section 3305) of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2023 (the “Omnibus” spending bill) start to come into play for medical device, equipment, and supplies manufacturers. Here, we will outline the new cybersecurity requirements from the Omnibus and what medical manufacturers …
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Manufacturing is in a labor shortage crisis. Nearly 76% of manufacturing leaders in the U.S. consider attracting and retaining a quality workforce to be their number one challenge, and Deloitte Insights anticipates that there will be a 2.1 million worker shortage in the U.S. by 2030. For manufacturers to succeed, they need to manage their …
Myths are a common part of the business world, even for the most remote subjects. Every industry has topics or information that delves into the world of bull. Not even outright lies, but general misconceptions about common knowledge. These may result in the spread of false information, poor brand image and even lost revenue. When …
There are a lot of problems that could be impacting your business. Information gatekeeping and departmental silos might be preventing your team from getting on the same page and working together. Without clear data and a 360-degree view of your organization, you may feel uncertain when making important decisions about how to move the company …
Excel, or spreadsheet applications like Google Sheets, are often the first data management tool reached for by manufacturers just starting out. Spreadsheet applications are usually already installed on your computer or are accessible for free, and they seem like an easy way to organize data. These tools may be able to get companies started, but …
