Many manufacturers invested in Infor VISUAL ERP years ago with the goal of improving visibility across operations, production, inventory, and financials.
But over time, something happens in a lot of organizations.
Leadership changes.
Key employees move on.
Processes evolve.
And suddenly the company finds itself only using a small portion of what VISUAL was designed to do.
In some cases, the system was never fully implemented to begin with.
We see this scenario often.
Companies still running VISUAL, but saying things like:
“We know the system can do more, but we’re not sure what.”
“We’ve been doing things manually because no one remembers how VISUAL handles it.”
“We implemented years ago and never revisited the setup.”
“We’re not sure if we should optimize VISUAL or start looking for a new ERP.”
Before considering a full ERP replacement, it’s often worth asking a simpler question:
Are you fully using the system you already have?
VISUAL Is More Capable Than Many Companies Realize
Infor VISUAL was designed specifically for manufacturers and includes powerful functionality for:
Production and shop floor control
Inventory and materials management
Scheduling and planning
Cost tracking and financial visibility
Order management and fulfillment
Reporting and operational insight
However, if the system was only partially implemented or knowledge has been lost over time, many of these capabilities go unused.
The result?
Companies end up creating manual workarounds, spreadsheets, and disconnected processes — even though VISUAL may already have the tools needed to solve those challenges.
A Fresh Look at VISUAL Can Unlock Real Value
Sometimes the best next step isn’t replacing your ERP.
It’s rediscovering it.
At Datix, we frequently work with VISUAL customers who want to:
Revisit their original implementation
Understand capabilities they may not be using
Improve efficiency across operations
Reduce manual processes and spreadsheets
Evaluate whether VISUAL can continue to support their growth
Often, just a few adjustments, configuration changes, or training sessions can dramatically improve how the system supports the business.
Seeing the System With Fresh Eyes
One of the most effective ways to rediscover VISUAL’s capabilities is through targeted demonstrations and system reviews.
Datix can help organizations:
Walk through key VISUAL modules and functionality
Demonstrate workflows aligned with current business processes
Identify underutilized features that could improve operations
Recommend improvements to reporting, scheduling, inventory management, and more
In many cases, companies are surprised by how much value is still available inside the system they already own.
When It Does Make Sense to Look at New Options
Sometimes these reviews also help answer a bigger question:
Is VISUAL still the right platform for the future?
If a company has outgrown the system or needs modern capabilities like cloud infrastructure, deeper integrations, or expanded scalability, it may be time to evaluate other ERP platforms.
Datix works with manufacturers to evaluate both paths:
Optimizing Infor VISUAL
Migrating to Infor CloudSuite Industrial (CSI) or other ERP solutions when appropriate
The key is making an informed decision based on your actual needs today.
You May Already Own the Solution
Before replacing your ERP, it’s worth asking:
Are we fully using the one we already have?
If your organization has been running VISUAL for years but feels like you’re only scratching the surface, a system review or demo session could uncover opportunities you didn’t realize were available.
Datix helps manufacturers get the most out of their ERP systems — whether that means optimizing what you have or helping you plan the next step.
Interested in taking a fresh look at your VISUAL system?
We’d be happy to schedule a conversation or walk through a few demonstrations to help you understand what’s possible
Blog written by: Jamey Moone; Account Manager at Datix Inc.
Email: jmoone@datixinc.com
LinkedIn: Jamey on LinkedIn
