Manufacturing

Your ERP Knows What Happened. But Can It Tell You What’s Coming?

Traditional ERP systems track what happened. Modern architectures enable predictive, AI-driven decisions. This article explores how manufacturers can prepare for ongoing supply chain disruption.

Expertise + AI – The New Competitive Moat for Mid-Market Manufacturers

AI becomes a true competitive advantage when embedded within manufacturing expertise. This article explores how ERP foundations and captured knowledge create scalable operational intelligence.

Why Most ERP Implementations Miss the Point

Most ERP implementations focus on technology rather than operational expertise. This article explains how systemising knowledge creates scalable assets that drive sustainable growth.

“It Almost Broke Us” or The Hidden Cost of Winning Big Contracts

Winning major contracts in regulated industries can expose hidden operational risks. This article explains how ERP readiness, compliance and scalable processes enable sustainable contract delivery.

The Rise of Cognitive ERP – Why AI’s Value is Only as Good as Your Processes

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The Hidden Costs of Invoice Disputes and How AP Automation Helps You to Prevent Them

Invoice disputes are a common but costly reality of doing business. They can stem from minor issues like missing purchase order numbers or escalate into complex disagreements over pricing, delivery terms, or quantities

Transforming Expertise into Assets: The Next Frontier for Manufacturers

Many manufacturers reach a point where growth outpaces their systems. Success relies not just on people, but on turning expertise into scalable assets. The next frontier is building resilient businesses where knowledge lives in systems, not just in minds.

Balancing Standard Functionality and Customisation in ERP Solutions

ERP solutions streamline manufacturing operations, balancing standard functionality with essential customisation. While out-of-the-box features enable faster deployment and cost savings, customisation supports unique workflows and business growth. However, excessive modifications can increase costs and maintenance challenges. The key is partnering with ERP experts to optimise functionality without unnecessary complexity.

Epicor ARM 2024.2.2 Released

Unlock smarter procurement with Epicor ARM 2024.2.2! From flexible approval workflows to seamless invoice matching, this release is packed with customer-focused improvements to boost efficiency and control. Discover how the latest Epicor ARM enhancements can streamline your procurement and AP management, making it smarter, faster, and more efficient!

Unlock Seamless UI Testing with Kinetic’s Test ReCoder Tool

Kinetic customers can now harness the power of the Test ReCoder UI Test Tool to set their QA processes on a smarter, faster track! This core enhancement in the latest Kinetic release (2024.2) is loaded with benefits including reduced test execution time, lower error rates, and enhanced productivity.

How Quickly do we Implement Manufacturing Software?

How Quickly do we Implement Manufacturing Software?

Implementing an ERP solution for manufacturing can seem overwhelming, but with the right approach, the process becomes manageable and efficient. Understanding the time frame for implementation helps businesses plan effectively and set realistic expectations. In this guide, we explore how quickly manufacturing business solutions can be implemented and the steps that contribute to a smooth rollout.

Beyond Standard Project Management for ETO Success

Beyond Standard Project Management for ETO Success

For the complex demands and unique challenges of Engineer-to-Order (ETO) manufacturing, advanced project management tools integrated with a world-class ERP system, delivers specialised capabilities like dynamic scheduling, granular financial tracking, and enhanced compliance.

Best Practices for ERP Implementation in Discrete Manufacturing

Best Practices for ERP Implementation in Discrete Manufacturing

Implementing ERP for discrete manufacturing can be a transformative step for businesses aiming to improve efficiency and streamline operations. However, ensuring a smooth and successful implementation requires a well-planned approach. In this guide, we’ll cover the best practices for implementing discrete manufacturing systems to maximise their business transformation potential.

Software to Optimise Manufacturing

Software to Optimise Manufacturing

Manufacturing has come a long way, embracing technological advancements and innovative practices. However, with progress comes unique challenges that demand agile solutions. Discover the benefits of manufacturing software and how it boosts efficiency, cuts costs, and enhances product quality.

Improve Team Working with ERP

Improve Team Working with ERP

An ERP system breaks down communication and collaboration silos. And when everyone is working together sharing information and resources, they can achieve better business results.

Ready to Level-Up Your Purchasing?

Ready to Level-Up Your Purchasing?

A business’s ability to embrace a strategic and systematic approach to sourcing goods and services results in many advantages. But how do you know if your business is ready to take purchasing to the next level and embrace a procurement mindset? And, how does procurement technology fit into the picture?

Industry 4.0 and Manufacturing

Industry 4.0 and Manufacturing

Industry 4.0 is the latest industrial revolution, and is all about smart manufacturing and using digital technologies to increase productivity, flexibility, and agility.

What is ‘Procurement Thinking’?

What is ‘Procurement Thinking’?

Procurement thinking is a strategic approach to sourcing and procurement that focuses on the entire supply chain rather than just the purchasing process. With this approach businesses can transform their sourcing and procurement operations for greater value creation and innovation.

Purchasing v Procurement

Purchasing v Procurement

A better understanding of the differences between ‘Procurement’ and ‘Purchasing’ will make it clear that the two terms are not interchangeable. They are differences that any organization operating in today’s business climate needs to know.

Debunking Cloud ERP Myths

Debunking Cloud ERP Myths

Reliability, accessibility, flexibility, and speed are all desirable performance outcomes that cloud computing technology can offer an organisation. So, if the performance benefits of cloud computing match the strategic direction of a business, and an ERP system is designed to integrate all business functions, why would some businesses steer clear of the cloud? This article seeks to debunk common misconceptions and myths of Cloud and highlight the positive attributes of Cloud ERP!

3D Printing and ERP Software

3D Printing and ERP Software

3D printing delivers a host of benefits to a manufacturer. The full extent of these can be realised with the right ERP system with seamless integration functionalities in place.

How Much Does An ERP Cost?

How Much Does An ERP Cost?

You know your business will benefit from a new ERP system, but, like most purchases in life, it’s time to talk about the price. So how much does a new ERP solution actually cost?

Empower Your Employees with ERP

Empower Your Employees with ERP

Your business is only as successful as its most skilled and motivated employees. Happy, well-trained and enabled people can have a positive impact on your business performance and reputation. What you may not have considered however, is the role an ERP solution can play in streamlining your processes and promoting efficiency across your organisation.