MRPeasy Manufacturing Podcast: Recent Episodes
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In the old days, every part of a supply chain was made up of trading partners who knew each other by name. Transactions were sealed with a handshake or a phone call. But with the global supply chains of the 21st Century, supply chain management has become more complex.
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If you’re a small or mid-sized manufacturer, adopting an agile approach can help you respond to changing customer requirements and fast-moving markets. In this podcast, you’ll learn what agile manufacturing is, whether it’s a good fit for your business, and how to put it into practice.
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It started as a study on baby diaper consumer demand variability by Procter & Gamble in the 1960s and was quickly adapted into a role-play simulation by the MIT Sloan School of Management called “The Beer Game”. But the bullwhip effect’s impact on manufacturers and supply chain management is anything but fun and games.
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Traceability is of vital importance in the food and beverage industry as it may directly impact consumers’ health and well-being. When a defective product or contamination is found, whether before or after shipment, finding the source of the problem expediently is the top priority to ensure public health.
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This episode is a live recording from our webinar on product costing for manufacturers. Our guest Yesim Tilley is a chartered manufacturing accountant with over 20 years of experience across many industries, including electronics, automotive, and plastics.
Yesim shares her insight on why margins are often lower than expected, where production costs are commonly underestimated, and what manufacturers can do to understand their true cost of production.
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Your equipment is running. Your team is working hard. But for some reason, production numbers don’t match what the specs promised. Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) solves this puzzle by measuring the true productivity of your manufacturing equipment
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Measuring how much of your production capability you’re using is critical. Use too little, and you’re wasting resources. Push too close to the limit, and you risk failure and loss. Tracking capacity utilization helps you discover the sweet spot in your operation.
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A proactive stance on product returns is an essential aspect of modern trade, as relevant for retailers as it is for wholesalers, distributors, and manufacturers. In this blog post, we look at what a modern returns system should include and provide tips for SMEs.
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For UK-based sauna manufacturer Oceanic Saunas, upgrading the production system with new manufacturing software has brought tangible benefits to sales, shop floor operations, visibility, and finances.
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The manufacturing sector is in a constant staffing crisis. Efficient manufacturing workforce management, however, can help mitigate problems arising from worker shortages.
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Small businesses need to know exactly what each specific product costs to make. Not just the factory floor expenses. Everything. Production costs and manufacturing costs aren’t the same thing, even though people mix them up constantly. Get this wrong, and your pricing suffers, along with cost control. Your financial statements won’t tell you what’s really happening.
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Lean manufacturing tools help you organize workspaces and fix problems before they can slow you down. With these tools in place, you’ll be able to lower costs, boost quality control, and give your customers exactly what they want.
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While traditional costing is a simple way to determine manufacturing costs for basic product lines, it’s not always the most accurate. It spreads overhead evenly over all products. For a more accurate picture of what it takes to produce a product, activity-based costing helps SMEs remain profitable by understanding the true cost of manufacturing.
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Tiered pricing is a powerful strategy for balancing profitability with customer satisfaction. By offering structured price levels based on volume, features, or usage, businesses can attract a wider range of buyers, encourage upselling, and maintain healthy margins across customer segments.
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Every manufacturer knows how quickly things can go sideways. A delayed shipment here, equipment trouble there, and suddenly your whole operation falls behind. Decoupling inventory takes a different approach. By placing buffer stock at key production points, manufacturers can absorb these shocks without losing their delivery commitments to meet demand.
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Over the past few decades, business structures have shifted from siloed departments to integrated teams, where collaboration is key. This evolution is especially evident in inventory management, where nearly every department now plays a vital role in ensuring the smooth flow of goods and services.
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The complexity of inventory management multiplies with every new storage location you open. This guide will help you wrestle with multi-location inventory management – and come out on top.
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Some manufacturers hit every delivery date. Others constantly scramble with delays. What’s the difference? It might just be how you estimate and manage lead times.
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This podcast episode is a live recording of an MRPeasy webinar on the hidden cost of expiring inventory.
Our guest Steve Maurer shares practical insights for small food manufacturers on the real impact of expired raw materials and finished goods.
In this session, we cover:
- The direct and indirect costs of expiring inventory
- Recall risks
- How expiring goods affect cash flow and customer trust
- Practical ways to improve inventory control
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Packaging is as much a part of production or shipping workflows as assembly, picking, or any other step in a product’s routing. Modern manufacturing software takes this into account, offering built-in functionalities that make packaging management a breeze.
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One quality issue can mean angry customer calls, costly returns, and damage to relationships you’ve worked years to build. For small manufacturers in various industries, the stakes are particularly high. Here’s how to keep quality problems from becoming business problems without breaking your budget.
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Your shop floor and inventory management workflows might be spotless, but if your warehousing practices are poor, overall efficiency can still suffer. Luckily, tracking essential warehouse metrics provides insight into what’s holding you back and why.
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In this live recording of an MRPeasy webinar, we break down how you can overcome the current labor shortage by building stronger systems instead of hiring new people.
Our guest is Sara Duff from Smart Manufacture, a UK-based manufacturing consultancy firm. Sara gives her insight into:
- Why process clarity beats additional headcount.
- How better production planning reduces firefighting.
- Real-world examples of manufacturers improving performance without hiring.
If you’re struggling with capacity, delayed orders, or overworked staff, this session will show you why a better system can be a better solution than hiring new people.
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Most small businesses learn this the hard way – running out of critical components during high season costs far more than regular inventory counts. That’s why smart manufacturers and distributors make stocktakes a cornerstone of their operations.
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Ymani Efunyale started making her own cleaning product after her toddler experienced a bad asthma attack triggered by a store-bought cleaner. Today, she ships her products all over the US — and here’s how she manages it all.
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Next to forecasting customer demand, aligning production capacity with anticipated sales is the stuff of manufacturing forecasting. In this blog post, we go over production forecasting essentials, look at how to implement a forecasting system, and see the role manufacturing software can play in ensuring that the shop floor is aligned with forecasted sales numbers.
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Utah-based premium LED lighting systems manufacturer Technodynamics reached a new level in order, inventory, and cost tracking after implementing manufacturing ERP software. “The more complicated your manufacturing process gets, the more MRPeasy makes sense,” Senior Production Engineer Alfred Neufeld says.
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When demand spikes, some manufacturers end up scrambling - which means they also end up paying overtime costs and missing deadlines. Others handle the surge without breaking a sweat. The difference is capacity planning, which is really just matching what you can actually produce with what customers are asking for. It’s simpler than what most people think.
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Lean inventory management is a strategic inventory approach that helps companies operate with less capital tied up in inventory while maintaining agility and responsiveness to market demands. Rooted in Lean manufacturing principles, its goal is to reduce excess stock, improve efficiency, and deliver customer value.
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This Holiday Season, let’s find out why so many small manufacturers around the world are driven by purpose as much as profit and how behind many small shops is a story of care and a commitment to serving others.
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Inventory costs make up a substantial part of any manufacturing or distribution company’s total expenses. But the purchase price is just the beginning—storage, handling, and opportunity costs add up fast. Getting a handle on these expenses directly impacts your bottom line, profit margins, and competitive position.
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Hovat, a trusted name in food packaging solutions, recently transformed its production and stock control systems by implementing modern MRP software. “When I joined, they used software developed in the 70s. It was originally used to record stock for the Vietnam War,” says Head of Finance, Colin Britton.
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BOM version control is the process of managing and tracking changes made to a bill of materials. It is essential for ensuring smooth operations in environments where the BOM is continuously updated.
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For many growing CPG brands, outsourcing is the key to scaling up without investing in massive facilities or specialized equipment. While co-manufacturers and co-packers facilitate growth, they also introduce new challenges.
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Precision engineering company Intake Engineering introduced control and tracking into the operation, making every piece of vital information easily accessible. “Everything is just a click away and I can access it anywhere,” says Lee Brien, Director. “It’s a godsend.”
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There are many moving parts to running a profitable business. One critical but often overlooked component is an efficient warehouse operation. Here’s why it’s important, along with 10 warehouse organization tips to optimize and keep it running smoothly.
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Overstocking means holding more inventory than is actually needed. While it might sound like a good idea to have extra stock lying around just in case, it can significantly increase your operating costs and erode profits.
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Dead stock, also called dead inventory, happens when materials, components, or products lose their purpose. Understanding the causes of dead stock helps you prevent costly tie-ups of cash and space. Dead stock management starts with recognizing the warning signs.
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Modern manufacturers need modern production management tools. Deciding on an ERP should involve a lot of comparison and analysis. In this post, we introduce six of the best manufacturing ERP systems you should shortlist for 2025.
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Flow production means your manufacturing line rarely, if ever, stops. Materials enter at one end and finished products come out the other in a continuous stream. This continuous production method keeps operations moving fast while cutting waste and maintaining quality.
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Fresh Fizz Sodas from Long Island needed to comply with traceability regulations and found the perfect solution. “Everything we sell now matches up with specific ingredient lots, so we know what our products cost, where the inputs came from, and which customers purchased the products. We get complete visibility,” says President Yoni Schwartz.
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Whether you’re swapping your legacy systems with modern manufacturing software or making a strategic decision to switch vendors, ERP migration is a strategic business process that needs careful deliberation and execution. Let’s dive in.
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On June 4–5, the MRPeasy team participated in the Smart Factory Expo, held as part of Smart Manufacturing Week at the NEC Birmingham. As one of the UK’s flagship manufacturing innovation events, the expo brought together key players in the industry, and MRPeasy was thrilled to be part of the action for the first time.
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As the world becomes more digital, companies need to safeguard their data from cyberattacks and data loss. Many believe that storing data within their own facility is the safest option, but cloud-based solutions might provide even better safety to SMEs.
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Managing inventory costs in manufacturing? The specific identification method tracks each item’s actual cost from purchase to sale—no estimates, no assumptions. It’s the most accurate way to calculate the cost of goods sold, but the complexity means it only makes sense for certain operations.
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Fix it before it breaks. That simple idea sets the basis for maintenance management and makes the difference between a manufacturing facility that’s constantly putting out fires and one that runs like clockwork. Preventive maintenance isn’t rocket science, but it does require changing how we think about equipment care and maintenance activities.
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Biotechnology startup OGI Biotec adopted manufacturing software early on to get its fledgling production off the ground, a move that quickly proved beneficial.
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Inventory control, inventory optimization, inventory management – are they all just other words for stock replenishment? In a way, yes, but also, not at all! Let’s find out the difference.
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While other shops are still paying to haul away perfectly good material, smart manufacturers are cutting costs by reusing what they already have in their manufacturing processes. Let’s dig into what makes closed-loop manufacturing work and why more shops are making the switch.
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When a simple stock management system and a tangle of spreadsheets no longer supported his growing operations, Pennsylvania-based entrepreneur Robert Ogden knew it was time for a change. What followed was a double-implementation of MRP software that unlocked a new level of accuracy and collaboration.
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Dan Klasel couldn’t cope with the discontinuation of a line of mobile power supply systems, so he and his business partner bought it. Now, his team is modernizing it through automation and ERP software.
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Manufacturing traceability isn’t just a fancy catchword. It’s the mark of quality, compliance, and competitiveness for shops of all sizes. Find out what traceability really means for smaller manufacturers, learn how it protects your production process, and discover practical ways to implement it without blowing your budget.
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After a disastrous experience with a different system, Arcus Cleaning Systems found the perfect software to manage their operations. “MRPeasy has been brilliant for us,” says Ryan Brogan, Director.
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Most people think of manufacturing as a straight line from beginning to end, a process of sequential engineering. However, when building something complicated, especially a new product, consider concurrent engineering instead.
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For small manufacturers, having a clear understanding of what’s happening on the shop floor is paramount to meeting production goals. Efficient production reporting is an essential aspect of manufacturing, ensuring a clear view of operations.
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Patrick J. Verryn, owner of Move 2 Cloud software consultancy company, is confident in endorsing MRPeasy: “MRPeasy gives me peace of mind. It’s reliable, accurate, and purpose-built for manufacturing. My clients trust it—and so do I.”
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Costing is the process of figuring out how much it costs to produce a product or service by tracking all the expenses involved, such as materials, labor, and overhead. In this post, we discuss the significance of accurate costing, look at different costing methods, and see how MRP systems can help increase costing efficiency.
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Partial shipments are deliveries of single orders in multiple batches or stages, where different portions of the order are sent at different times instead of being fulfilled all at once. Let’s explore how to manage them both from the customer’s and the supplier’s perspective.
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In today’s interconnected economy, supply chain traceability is becoming a critical requirement in more and more sectors to maintain trust and efficiency. In this guide, we look at the importance of supply traceability and how the right tools and strategies can help achieve it.
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High-precision measuring device manufacturer Optimec Systems opted for a day-one MRP system implementation. For four years, MRPeasy has continued to handle all production and inventory management complexities.
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Tim Grant, Founder of Business Solution Providers manufacturing consultancy, has spearheaded hundreds of software implementation projects. Here are some of the insights he’s gathered over the years.
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Effective inventory counting is an essential practice for any business, but traditional methods can be disruptive. Inventory cycle counting offers a more flexible approach that keeps your operations running smoothly without needing a full-scale shutdown. Let’s look at what cycle counting is and why it’s important.
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Reducing lead times is crucial for manufacturers, especially with rising customer expectations and tough competition. This article discusses how to reduce your lead times through better supply chain planning, streamlined production, and improved vendor management.
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Manufacturing overhead is an essential part of manufacturing cost accounting and should be a key factor in determining your products’ prices. In this post, we review manufacturing overhead basics and see how manufacturing software can help streamline cost accounting.
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Manufacturing ERP software has the potential to transform a company, but beware of these common mistakes small manufacturers make when implementing.
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E-commerce is a great equalizer for manufacturers because it allows smaller businesses to compete on the same level as larger companies. However, setting up an effective e-commerce platform can be tricky. This guide will walk you through the key strategies to succeed in the online marketplace.
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Covenant Millwork, a custom woodworking company from Louisville, Georgia, needed software to support scaling up the operation. “There’s nothing really that works like MRPeasy,” says Kent Holdeman, President.
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Next to inadequate stock levels, inventory losing its value is a key concern among companies. Capable inventory management software is your best tool for increasing stock control and thus avoiding both issues. In this post, we look at obsolete inventory – how to prevent it and what to do when it happens.
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Running a warehouse efficiently is no small feat. From inventory management to staff training, many factors can impact your operation. One wrong move can lead to significant delays, increased costs, and even safety hazards. This article explores some of the most common warehouse management mistakes and provides practical solutions to avoid them.
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Manufacturing consultants Tim Grant from Business Solution Providers, David Altemir from Altemir Consulting, and Patrick Verryn from Move 2 Cloud share their insights about the most common challenges their small manufacturing clients experience.
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Custom corrugated box manufacturer Value Added Packaging moved from legacy ERP system to cloud-based software and grew 40% in 10 months. “We can now look at the data and see if we can cut costs, adjust selling prices, or manufacture something more efficiently to make the outcomes better,” says Tyler Hoosier, General Leader.
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Allied Global Engineering is a multinational engineering group with ambitious plans to unify long-standing engineering businesses in the UK. The recent implementation of MRPeasy in one of their recently acquired subsidiaries is setting the stage for sustainable growth and increased efficiency.
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Co-products are secondary products created during a manufacturing process. Tracking these goods enables companies to significantly reduce waste, manage costs, and increase profitability.
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The cost of quality quantifies the total cost of quality-related efforts and issues. While an effective measure to identify cash drains, it can also be used to balance the price and quality relationship of your products.
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Supported by an MRP system from the ground up, Australian custom metal fabricator Aston Precision grew from a spare bedroom to an established industry player in just three years. “I got MRPeasy even before I got my first warehouse,” says CJ Prem, Founder and Director.
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Keeping track of your actual costs is vital for ensuring profitability, especially in industries like food where ingredient prices can be volatile. Here is how to track your actual production costs.
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Philadelphian split-flap display manufacturer Oat Foundry implemented MRP software and improved material planning, profitability, and overall visibility within their operation. “There were a bunch of products that I looked into and trialed but nothing was comparable to MRPeasy,” says Sean Rossiter, President.
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In today’s rapidly evolving industrial landscape, sustainable manufacturing has emerged as a critical focus for businesses aiming to reduce their environmental impact while maintaining economic viability. This approach supports ecological balance while enhancing operational efficiency and brand reputation. In this post, we delve into the core aspects of sustainable manufacturing and explore its benefits and challenges.
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Mass production is used to produce large quantities of standardized products such as consumer goods. Here is a comprehensive guide to the benefits, processes, and tools of mass production.
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Modern manufacturers need modern production management tools. Deciding on an ERP should involve a lot of comparison and analysis. In this post, we introduce six of the best manufacturing ERP systems you should shortlist for 2025.
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Santa’s workshop isn’t just a magical place where elves run around and toys come to life—it’s a masterclass in how to run a top-notch manufacturing operation. Here’s how you can put some of Santa’s magic into your growing business.
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Adhering to regulations is crucial in the fragrance and cosmetics industry to ensure product safety, quality, and consumer trust. Benoit Nicol, owner of The Nature of Things emphasizes, “In terms of quality control, MRPeasy is an essential tool for us now.”
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Inventory accounting is a critical aspect of managing a business that sells physical products, ensuring that the value of physical assets is accurately tracked and reported. In this guide, we explore the key concepts, systems, and methods of inventory accounting.
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Excess inventory is the surplus of stock that exceeds actual demand. Stemming from various causes, overstocking might result in reduced cash flow, increased costs, and dead stock.
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In 2015, a few experienced engineers from a reputable technology consultancy firm decided to go it alone and design a novel radar system. They engineered a prototype using, in part, an ordinary tea-tray. The finished product surpassed expectations and landed the team a government contract. Blighter Surveillance Systems was born.
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While stockouts may suggest that a product is popular, they are typically costly mistakes in inventory management that are far better avoided than managed after the fact. In this article, we look at what stockouts are, how they are caused, and what businesses can do to prevent them.
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While stockouts may suggest that a product is popular, they are typically costly mistakes in inventory management that are far better avoided than managed after the fact. In this article, we look at what stockouts are, how they are caused, and what businesses can do to prevent them.
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A job shop is a specialized manufacturing facility that produces custom parts or assemblies in small quantities. Here is a deep dive into its advantages, disadvantages, and best practices.
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Continuous improvement is an important facet of the modern manufacturing landscape. One of the best-known among such methodologies is Plan-Do-Check-Act. In this article, we explore PDCA’s tenets, its benefits, and how best to conduct it.
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On-Time In Full (OTIF) is a supply chain management KPI that measures how accurately orders are fulfilled. Here is why it is important, how to calculate it, and how to improve your OTIF score.
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Order picking is a fundamental process in warehouse management, essential for ensuring timely and accurate customer order fulfillment. In this post, we explore various manual and automated picking methods to enhance efficiency and reduce costs, each tailored to different warehouse sizes and operational needs.
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Norwegian sea-drone systems developer and manufacturer Maritime Robotics got its procurement and inventory under control with the help of MRP software. “The software gives us a clear overview of our operation,” says Tor Erik Naebb, Head of Assembly and Integration. “We can find the necessary piece of information in seconds now.”
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MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Operations) inventory is comprised of items that support the manufacturing process but are not directly tracked as part of any bill of materials. Nevertheless, MRO inventory should be managed diligently in order to avoid work stoppages and late deliveries.
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Piece rate pay is an employment system where workers are paid per unit they process. While it has many benefits to both employers and employees, it also comes with a certain set of complexities and downsides.
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In today’s competitive manufacturing landscape, continuous improvement (CI) serves as a crucial strategy for enhancing efficiency, quality, and overall business performance. In this article, we explore various continuous improvement models and provide practical insights on how manufacturers can implement and benefit from CI initiatives.
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After a long search, Cellular Mouldings found a user-friendly MRP software platform that enabled the company to improve administrative efficiency and achieve end-to-end traceability. “MRPeasy has been a major timesaver,” says Peter Matthews, Managing Director.
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Among the many invaluable performance metrics in inventory management, Days Sales in Inventory (DSI) stands out for its simplicity and straightforward insight into finding a balance between stock levels and sales.
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E-commerce is the new normal for not only end-consumers but also for manufacturing and distribution companies. Customer portals are a rising trend, gaining popularity across a large number of industries and markets, especially among B2B businesses.
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Tait Farm Foods adopted MRP software to get a clear overview of their operation and increase profitability. “We went from modest inventory management to full understanding of our manufacturing process,” says Sales Manager Karen Addenbrook. “It has been terrific for our business and made us enormously more efficient with our time and spending.”
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Marine navigation device manufacturer FarSounder turned to MRP software to help with the complexities of inventory management and procurement. “Using our previous system, it took me a day to understand what parts we needed to order and when. With MRPeasy, it takes less than an hour,” says Matt Zimmerman, Founder and CEO.
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Process improvement in manufacturing is not just about tweaking a few procedures. It involves a holistic approach, integrating time-tested methodologies such as lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and Kaizen, with cutting-edge solutions like manufacturing ERP software.
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Process improvement in manufacturing is not just about tweaking a few procedures. It involves a holistic approach, integrating time-tested methodologies such as lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and Kaizen, with cutting-edge solutions like manufacturing ERP software.
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ABC analysis helps businesses get insight into their supply chain, reduce inventory, and improve inventory management efficiency. And properly applying it does not require a data analyst or a substantial amount of resources.
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Manufacturing Operations Management (MOM) Processes and Tips
Manufacturing Operations Management (MOM) is essentially the integrated management of a manufacturing business. Referring to both manual and software-supported systems, it covers functions from inventory management and production planning to quality management and maintenance.
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Polish-American entrepreneur Michael Klepacz, founder of hemp- and linen-based textiles manufacturer Natural Materials, is seeking sustainability everywhere: in agriculture, design, manufacturing, and the software his company uses. “MRPeasy saves a lot of time for me,” he says.
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Inventory is any finite asset that a company uses for producing and selling its goods. In this article, we zoom in on the four basic types of inventory and how to manage them.
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MRPeasy is celebrating a significant milestone – the 10th anniversary of the company’s founding. Here’s how that came to be and what ten years actually means in the ERP market.
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Affordable cloud-based MRP software is revolutionizing the manufacturing industry by enabling growing manufacturers to streamline their production processes, reduce costs, and increase overall productivity. But how do you know if your company is ready to embrace MRP software? Here are some unmistakable warning signs that indicate it’s time to make the move.
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Supplier relationships play a major role in the effective operations of most companies that deal with physical inventory. The goal of supplier relationship management is to foster strong partnerships that benefit both the buyer and the seller.
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The right choice in manufacturing software can make the difference between effortless scaling and constant growing pains. In this article, we explore the key differences between MRP systems and ERPs and help you make an informed decision on which production management system to go for.
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Next to how much you produce, the quality of products is an equally important side of the coin in manufacturing. Quality assurance serves as the process of maintaining consistency, preventing defective products, and adhering to industry regulations in manufacturing goods.
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AniCell Biotech, an animal health product manufacturer from Arizona, uses MRP software to support growth and achieve full traceability. “MRPeasy is the perfect software for 95% of small manufacturers. It doesn’t get any better,” says Brandon Ames, CEO.
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Production control is the collection of processes that manage and monitor the workflows involved in manufacturing a product. Robust production control practices and tools increase workplace efficiency, improve supply chain management, and reduce costs.
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Keeping a close eye on inventory levels is crucial for increasing the efficiency of any manufacturing or distribution operation. This goes doubly so for small and medium businesses where margins can be tight and profits rely heavily on keeping costs in check.
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Takt time is a key concept in lean manufacturing and process management, representing the rate at which a finished product needs to be completed in order to meet customer demand. Let’s take a look at where and when it could be implemented.
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UK-based nanomaterials developer Advanced Material Development prides itself as “a provider of nano-scale solutions to world-scale challenges.” In this case study, we look at how AMD scaled new heights in traceability and bill of materials (BOM) management with the help of MRP software.
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Raw materials are the substances or components used in the production of goods. Properly managing their raw material inventory allows manufacturers to ensure a smooth production flow, control costs, and respond promptly to customer demand.
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Managing the manufacture of electronics could be as complicated as the products themselves are. This complexity can be significantly reduced with powerful software now accessible to manufacturers of any size. Here are three real-life examples of issues electronics manufacturers face and how MRP software can help resolve them.
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When choosing a new manufacturing ERP system, companies are making an investment in a product with a long life cycle. That is why the selection process needs to consist of a lot of comparisons and analyses. Here are the best manufacturing ERP systems available for small manufacturers.
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With 70% of their business taking place during the holiday season, Fontana Candle Company needs to be able to ensure the timely production and delivery of their products. “I could never do it without MRPeasy,” says Eric Roering, Founder and COO.
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Setting a minimum order quantity for products can be a very beneficial move for distributors and manufacturers. Here we look at the ins and outs of MOQs and give recommendations on how best to manage them.
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Inventory shrinkage is a common issue in most businesses that deal with physical inventory. The consequences of shrinkage may include financial losses, operational disruptions, and loss of competitiveness. But how does it happen and how to prevent it?
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Safety stock is the buffer inventory that helps companies keep serving their customers when disruptions occur. Striking a balance between stockouts and overstocking needs to rely on reliable data and mathematical equations, however.
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Cycle time is the time it takes to complete a single manufacturing operation. It is a manufacturing KPI used to measure the efficiency of specific production processes and to discover and eliminate bottlenecks.
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Craft chemical manufacturer Stakam brought its inventory management to a new level of efficiency. Managing Director Alistair Watson says, “I feel like we struck gold with MRPeasy. It’s become such an asset that I often grapple between wanting to keep it as our secret weapon and the desire to showcase our robust systems.”
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Getting a relevant ISO certification can bring a wealth of benefits to manufacturers, which generally decisively offset the associated costs. In this article, we break down five ISO standards that are pivotal for manufacturers and offer insights into how they can elevate business processes and open doors to new opportunities.
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Choosing the right inventory management system is vital for the success of any business that deals with physical merchandise. Here are the top systems for industries like manufacturing, distribution, retail and e-commerce, and hospitality.
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Any manufacturing operation will inevitably incur overhead expenses – indirect costs associated with production. Calculating and adding these costs precisely per produced item is pretty much impossible. This is where applied overhead comes in. Let’s take a closer look at what is applied overhead, how it differs from actual overhead, and why it matters.
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Manufacturing defects are deviations from the intended design of a product that appear during the production process. It is critical for manufacturers to minimize the risk of defects and ensure a smooth returns management process for when defective products do end up in the hands of the customer.
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With over two decades of experience in designing and manufacturing control and test systems, TBG Solutions is a trusted provider of industrial engineering solutions. A recent implementation of cloud-based MRP software has comprehensively updated the company’s internal processes.
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Automation has established itself as an integral part of manufacturing operations in businesses of any size. This is thanks to automation tools having become accessible even to the smallest of manufacturers.
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Managing the processes of a small manufacturing company is an enormous task rife with issues to resolve. Here are seven real-life manufacturing challenges that MRP software helps you overcome.
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Supplier performance management is a vital supply chain process for any manufacturer or distributor that sources its raw materials or other items from external vendors. Effective SPM can bring a wealth of internal benefits and help foster better supplier relationships.
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Shop floor management and shop floor control are essential for any business that adds value to physical goods in-house. In this post, we go over shop floor basics and look at how good shop floor management and control practices help increase production efficiency.
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Kitting is a valuable method to help manage raw material and finished goods inventories and optimize the manufacturing process. There are two main types of kitting and numerous instances in which either of them can prove useful.
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From demand forecasting and warehouse optimization to image recognition and predictive maintenance, various AI applications are set to significantly impact inventory management practices in the near future.
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Implementing proper materials management practices allows businesses to make sure the correct materials with the best price and quality reach the shop floor at the right time and in the correct quantity. Follow these best practices to get more control over this essential segment of the supply chain.
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An automated inventory management system is a software-based solution that is designed to automate processes in the warehouse, thereby streamlining workflows, optimizing stock levels, and reducing inventory-related costs.
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KS2, a Canadian contract manufacturer of RV and EV solutions, found a way to tame their unwieldy inventory management and bills of materials, switching gears in their business as a result.
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Continuous production has been a buzzword in the manufacturing sector for years. In this simple guide, we unpack its meaning, weigh its pros and cons, and explore whether it’s a viable option for small and medium enterprises.
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Manufacturing is experiencing a shift towards both more customization and shorter lead times. One option for catering to this contrary dynamic is the engineer-to-order manufacturing workflow. ETO has the potential to achieve fast-paced bespoke manufacturing, but only if companies leverage the right tools for the job.
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The master production schedule (MPS) is a production planning tool that helps to figure out how much of a product needs to be manufactured at different periods. This simple schedule can be used as a basis for further planning and scheduling throughout the manufacturing business.
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Raw materials are the substances or components used in the production of goods. Properly managing their raw material inventory allows manufacturers to ensure a smooth production flow, control costs, and respond promptly to customer demand.
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When ABI Mouldings changed owners in 2020, one of the new management’s first priorities was to modernize the inventory management and production planning side of the business. The implemented MRP software has since proved to accommodate all of the company’s requirements and offers effortless scalability on top.
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At its core, manufacturing relies above all on the workforce to make production happen, even if the operation is largely automated. Managing human resources in manufacturing has unique challenges and differences compared to other sectors. In this post, we delve into HR in manufacturing and look at its trends, challenges, and best practices.
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Managing inventory is a difficult task made much easier with ERP inventory management systems. Here are their benefits, implementation tips, and the top solutions for each industry.
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“We implemented MRPeasy to deal with small inefficiencies but little did we know that it would drastically reduce the time we spend on administrative tasks,” says Alece Piper, Vice President of Bernard Laboratories, a contract manufacturer of industrial chemicals from Cincinnati, Ohio.
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Lot numbers are unique identifiers assigned to specific batches of products, allowing for traceability and quality control throughout the supply chain. Understanding lot numbers is essential for businesses to ensure product safety, regulatory compliance, efficient inventory management, and effective recall processes.
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Batch tracking is a functionality that no batch production setup should go without. In this guide, we look at the fundamentals of batch tracking and see how MRP software can help achieve traceability.
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Manufacturing routing is a process as well as a document that standardizes, describes, and sequences manufacturing operations so that the product is manufactured as efficiently as possible. Effective routings can contribute to reduced costs, improved quality, accurate production planning, and the streamlined use of production resources.
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“MRPeasy is the most useful piece of software I’ve seen in at least 10 years,” says RetiVue’s project manager Lindsey Daniels about her experience with their manufacturing software. “Compared to the other software providers, MRPeasy was clearly focused on operational excellence rather than advertising and closing sales.”
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Wales-based social enterprise gets its manufacturing organized to a new level thanks to MRPeasy. “We’re able to get orders out much smoother and don’t have holes on the shelves anymore,” says Myddfai’s website manager Paul Long.
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Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) is the process of managing a product throughout its lifespan, from concept to manufacturing to disposal. Using PLM or MRP software to manage their products could bring manufacturers benefits ranging from better collaboration to optimized production processes and higher product quality.
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Supply chain management encompasses everything from negotiating vendor contracts for raw materials to handling returns of a product. While it is a central concept for any company producing or selling physical goods or even services, this post focuses on the importance and best practices of SCM from the perspective of small and medium manufacturers.
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Manufacturing analytics is the process of collecting and analyzing data to get insights for improving efficiency in a manufacturing organization. While MA used to be the playing field of only large enterprises, nowadays even the smallest manufacturer can benefit from it.
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Xero is one of the most widely used accounting systems among small businesses. Although the software also boasts some inventory management functionality, serious manufacturers and distributors need to find another way to make it work for their companies.
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Frozen Garden produces its own healthy food products as well as white-label goods for other small brands. To effectively scale up, founder Allyson Straka decided to implement an MRP system. “When we started, we produced 200 smoothies a day,” she says. “Now we produce 1000 with the same number of people.”
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The realm of production optimization is as diverse as there are different manufacturing workflows. Optimizations can range from changing inventory and warehouse layouts to adopting machine learning and advanced AI. In this post, we look at the basics of production optimization with a focus on how small manufacturers can optimize their processes.
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Excel and other spreadsheet applications have been used in production planning for decades. Even though they are a viable first-step solution for micro-companies, a growing business should already look for something more scalable.
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Total manufacturing cost is an essential metric for understanding the profitability of a business. It can be used to adjust the selling price of your products, identify and cut expenses, and calculate other key metrics like the Cost of Goods Manufactured. In this post, we explore total manufacturing cost and its utility to manufacturers.
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Product variants are versions of products with variations in attributes such as color, size, material, features, pricing, etc. Even though selling a product with variants is quite clear-cut, managing their production can be a real headache.
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The manufacturing sector is going through a deeply challenging period. Here are six questions arising in the day-to-day operations of modern small manufacturers that leave managers exhausted.
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Arizona-based LED system manufacturer Anthem One provides a diverse range of industries with compact but powerful lighting and disinfecting solutions. With its production team in the US and its procurement department in Taiwan, the company needed a cloud-based ERP/MRP system to collaborate seamlessly across the globe.
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Manufacturing accounting is an internal business management process that helps managers keep an eye on the fiscal performance of a manufacturing operation. This post looks at the basic processes that inform manufacturing accounting and defines its most relevant terms.
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Manufacturing bottlenecks are points in the production process that are constrained by inefficiency. Finding and eliminating bottlenecks allows you to use more of your production capacity, minimize WIP inventory, reduce lead times, improve quality, and increase the overall efficiency of your manufacturing business.
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We have all seen manufacturing depicted in cartoons. Basic resources are rolled into a factory, followed by loud noises and a smoking chimney. Then, shiny finished products emerge on the other side. In reality, manufacturing is a bit more complex. On their journey toward becoming final products, raw materials go through work in process inventory. In this post, we look at what WIP is and how to account for it.
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After trying out a number of solutions, innovative microencapsulated fragrance maker MicroCapture found a perfect software companion in MRPeasy. “We managed to set up bills of materials and products in a single week,” says Customer Support Executive, Kate Taylor.
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The lean manufacturing methodology chiefly revolves around minimizing production times and raising efficiency by eliminating waste. In this post, we go through the 8 principal wastes in lean manufacturing and see how manufacturing software can help to address them.
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Material planning is the process of figuring out what and how much is needed in order to produce goods within a specified timeframe, and ensuring the timely delivery of those materials. Accurate material planning can contribute significantly to the efficiency and profitability of a company.
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Configure, Price, Quote (CPQ) is a sales tool that makes it easy to calculate the prices and lead times of complex, configurable products, and to quickly generate quotes with the relevant information.
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Whole and Free Foods, the Chicago-based manufacturer of Every Body Eat® wellness snacks, cuts down on waste, improves its production processes, and achieves healthy growth by using manufacturing resource planning software.
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Economic order quantity is a supply chain management technique used to determine the optimal lot size per order. This is done in order to avoid stockouts and overstocking, thereby balancing inventory costs and opportunity costs.
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Keeping optimal stock levels in order to avoid stockouts is an integral task of inventory management. One of the most fundamental ways in which to ensure this is setting and maintaining the right reorder points.
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With eCommerce taking the world by storm and complex, continent-spanning supply chains the new normal in retail, selling goods on consignment is gaining popularity across diverse manufacturing sectors. In this post, we look at what is consignment inventory and weigh its pros and cons.
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UK battery management system manufacturer Brill Power gets a power boost in their manufacturing and inventory management by implementing an ERP/MRP system. “None of what we do at present would be possible without MRPeasy,” says Stuart Grondel, Strategy and Operations Manager.
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For manufacturers and distributors alike, backorders constitute a reliable means of keeping up sales even after goods have gone out of stock. In this article, we look at the meaning and causes of backorders and weigh their pros and cons.
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A multi-level BOM is a bill of materials that represents the composition of various subassemblies in addition to the final product. This type of BOM becomes indispensable when a certain level of product complexity is reached but there are also situations where the use of a multi-level BOM is unwarranted.
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Peasy the Elf is the Production Manager of Santa’s Workshop. Leaning on some software magic and his decades of experience in manufacturing, he makes sure the right presents reach the right people each holiday season.
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The many cost-oriented KPIs in manufacturing accounting constitute some of the most important financial metrics for manufacturers and distributors. In this post, we look at the function and relevance of one such KPI – the Cost of Goods Sold.
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Inventory tags and labels are an essential tool for organizing your inventory. From increasing efficiency in the stockroom to improving traceability in the supply chain, tagging and labeling your items and equipment can bring your company many benefits.
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Thanks to decades of business experience and a reliable software partner since day one, high-precision component manufacturer MPW Precision has found a fast route to success.
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Inventory represents the very foundation of any manufacturing or distribution operation. Keeping the raw materials, WIP, and finished goods inventories at optimal levels is crucial for short- and long-term business success.
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QuickBooks is one of the most popular accounting systems among growing businesses today. But when it comes to production management, the software needs a substantial amount of extra power. Here is how to make QuickBooks work in a manufacturing company.
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Root cause analysis is a process used to find the underlying causes of problems in manufacturing. By identifying the root cause of a problem, you can fix that problem once and for all—without having to deal with recurring issues or high costs again down the line.
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High-tech electronics manufacturer Cantium Scientific was among the first one hundred companies to choose MRPeasy as their preferred manufacturing ERP. Having used the software for almost six years, MD Stephen Plumridge says: “MRPeasy effectively runs our business for us, it’s the framework for how we manage things.”
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Job order costing allows companies to allocate manufacturing costs to specific jobs, thereby helping them to give more accurate quotes, measure production efficiency, determine the profitability of specific jobs, and draw better budgets.
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Few manufacturing sectors are as dependent on good traceability practices as the food and beverage industry. In this article, we look at why traceability is so important for food manufacturers and which features should be foremost implemented.
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An exchange of information is necessary to trigger any kind of action and as such, communication is an essential part of any manufacturing business. Improving your communication process and practices can therefore have a significant effect on the efficiency of your business.
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For any manufacturing company that relies on components and raw materials from suppliers, purchase order management constitutes an important set of practices that can significantly simplify the procurement process. In this article, we look at how to achieve consistent success with your procurements using the best purchase order management practices and solutions.
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Knowing the location and details of materials, components, and products as they move through inventory and the shop floor is important for any manufacturing company. Serial number tracking is one of the essential tools for ensuring traceability in manufacturing.
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Co-packing means having a specialized packing company package your manufactured goods into their final selling form. Using a co-packer helps small manufacturers focus on their core competencies, save money on packaging equipment, labor, and logistics, and sell their products in higher-quality packaging.
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Paperless manufacturing means managing, coordinating, and reporting production activities purely with digital solutions. A paperless factory typically sees benefits such as the elimination of non-value-added tasks, better traceability, optimized production scheduling, shorter lead times, etc.
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Smoothie blends producer Foga Shakes has undergone a rapid business transformation from a kitchen table operation to an efficient manufacturing company. MRPeasy has helped to make the transition as smooth as a fruit shake.
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A thoroughly planned procurement process helps to ensure that a company’s purchases arrive in a timely manner and in the right quantities, from the best vendors and with good prices. A well thought out procurement plan helps businesses stay in control of the product manufacturing cycle and avoid last-minute surprises.
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Make-to-stock (MTS) is a manufacturing workflow that uses the push system. This means that goods are produced to stock by “pushing” them through the supply chain according to anticipated demand. In this post, we will look at the pros and cons as well as best practices for utilizing MTS.
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Make-to-order (MTO) and assemble-to-order (ATO) are manufacturing workflows that use the pull system, meaning that production starts when an order comes in. As such, they are mostly used by companies that manufacture customizable products. In this post, we go over their differences, pros and cons, and production management considerations.
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Distribution management is an integral part of any well-functioning business that sells physical products. Although the actual shipping of goods takes a central role in the process, distribution management includes many other processes that support timely and cost-effective deliveries.
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Capacity utilization is an important KPI for manufacturing companies. It represents the percentage of production capacity (or productivity) that a factory, enterprise, or economy is operating at compared to its maximum potential capacity.
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E-commerce is reaching new heights, much thanks to platforms such as BigCommerce that make opening a webstore easier than ever before. Managing a growing e-commerce company, however, becomes increasingly difficult and soon merchants discover that they need more advanced tools than what is available on BigCommerce.
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Pipeline inventory consists of goods that a company has ordered but which have not yet arrived in the facility. Managing this type of inventory can help schedule production or shipments in advance, reduce standing inventory levels, and avoid stock-outs.
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Discrete manufacturing implies producing distinct items that require assembly along a production line, whereas process manufacturing produces goods in bulk, with the raw materials being mixed together in the manufacturing process. In this article, we will explore key differences between the two and look at examples of each.
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Quality control is the process of fulfilling and checking the conformance to quality standards. There are many different approaches to quality control, but an important part of every one of these is regular inspection of the goods. Besides dedicated QMS software, some ERP/MRP systems offer the required functionality to small businesses.
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For the financial departments of manufacturing companies, few things are as important as inventory valuation. Due to the effect on the gross profit of a company, choosing the right inventory valuation method is a crucial step in ensuring the financial health of your company.
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Incoterms or International Commercial Terms are used to facilitate and standardize trade processes, especially logistics and shipping. As of today, there are 11 different Incoterms that all allocate different responsibilities to both parties of a transaction.
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Inventory optimization is the act of balancing inventory costs, service levels, and the complexity of inventory management. While there is no single magical solution for keeping your stock optimized, different methods and techniques are brought together in ERP/MRP systems.
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Decoupling inventory is the strategic buffer stock of subassemblies and WIP that could be used when suppliers are unavailable, when there are internal disruptions like machinery breakdown, or when demand is greater than expected. It allows companies to prevent all-around stoppages and mitigate the bullwhip effect.
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While e-commerce is growing at a break-neck pace, companies are looking for better inventory management solutions than what e-commerce platforms are offering in their basic packages. WooCommerce is one platform that is continuously expanding its selection of third-party extensions.
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In distributed manufacturing, production facilities are scattered throughout an extended geographical area, each one serving their local market, with their work coordinated with the help of cloud-based software. Distributed manufacturing is gradually gaining ground thanks to providing benefits such as shorter lead times and lower distribution costs.
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Intuit has announced that they will be retiring their inventory management system QuickBooks Commerce (previously known as TradeGecko) in June 2022. Here is what will happen and what the options are for their current user base.
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Batch records are documents that detail the journey of raw materials becoming batches of finished goods. Even though the term is mostly associated with process manufacturing, especially the pharma industry, every company that manufactures its products in batches or series can benefit from keeping batch records. Here is how to do it.
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Industrial equipment and machinery manufacturers are the cornerstone of the manufacturing industry. Building the technology used to increase efficiency in other businesses, industrial machinery builders have always been at the forefront of industrial innovation. Today, these changes are especially profound.
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Push systems and pull systems are supply chain management strategies that are used depending on the uncertainty of the demand for a product. While push and pull are very different approaches, many companies also adopt a hybrid push-pull strategy.
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Excel and other spreadsheet applications have been used for production planning for decades. Even though they are a viable first step solution for micro-companies, a growing business should already look for something more scalable.
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Even with an ERP/MRP system in place, it might be difficult to keep tabs on inventory requirements, production plans, and other important areas of the business. This is where low stock alerts and other manufacturing and inventory notifications come to your aid.
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Recent years have seen unprecedented disruption in the global economy. Large-scale events such as trade wars, tariffs, COVID-19, and port throughput issues have created massive pressure on the company’s supply chains.
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Just-in-Time manufacturing is a business methodology that is targeted towards minimizing lead times, inventory, and the costs associated with the production and storage of goods. JIT also helps companies uncover inefficiencies that are being masked with excess inventory.
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Determining which products to continue selling and which ones to discontinue is a challenge most businesses need to face at some point. Because there are many aspects to consider before cutting your product catalog, the process of SKU rationalization is here to help you find a balance between too many and too few SKUs.
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Production control is the process within manufacturing whereby the production operation is monitored, and actions to control processes are undertaken. This may include demand planning, capacity planning, scheduling, work center assignment, inventory control, costing, and shop floor monitoring, and many more.
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The goal of every manufacturing business is to be as efficient as possible. But without being able to accurately gauge your efficiency, it is hard to know where you stand and what goals to set. Here is where manufacturing KPIs come into play.
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Lean warehouse management is a methodology that takes the lean principles widely used in manufacturing environments and applies them to warehousing. Putting an emphasis on removing waste, lean warehouse management helps companies optimize and continuously improve their inventory processes.
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A stocktake is the act of counting and recording the quantities of goods in stock to compare the results with available inventory data and find discrepancies. It is a crucial part of any business that holds inventory and that is why the process of performing a stocktake needs to be rigorously organized.
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Inventory costs make up a substantial part of any manufacturing or distributing company’s total expenses. To ensure the good financial health of your business, it is necessary to know how to make sense of these expenses and how to balance them.
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Agile manufacturing is an approach to manufacturing that aims to increase product quality and service while reducing cost by implementing feedback-based design, planning, and production practices. Digital technology is at the heart of this modern manufacturing methodology.
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Cycle inventory is the stock that is used to respond to regular sales and demand forecasts, as opposed to the safety stock used when there are fluctuations in demand or supply. Properly managing cycle stock is therefore a crucial part of any well-functioning business.
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The bullwhip effect is a supply chain phenomenon related to sudden changes in demand signals, when a slight movement in demand can cause large swings throughout the supply chain. To avoid a destructive “whip crack” at the end, companies need to be prepared to mitigate the effect.
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Lot tracking, also known as batch tracking, is an important process for ensuring quality, most commonly for traceability and recall purposes. It is a crucial part of doing business in highly regulated industries, but it has its advantages regardless of the product.
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Vendor-managed inventory is a supply chain management method wherein a supplier is responsible for replenishing the inventory of the buying company. This approach can lead to better inventory optimization, reduced costs, and stronger relationships between companies.
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Batch production is a type of manufacturing process where products are made in batches, meaning that goods go through production steps in groups. Batch production allows for manufacturing goods flexibly in large quantities while reducing manufacturing costs and improving quality.
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Vendor management is a set of tools that companies use to ensure profitable and efficient relationships with their suppliers. Coming a long way from traditional phone calls, faxes, and emails, today even small businesses have started to utilize software to manage their communication with vendors.
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Even though MRP systems are quickly becoming the norm even among SMEs, manufacturers need to be aware of their advantages and disadvantages before deciding to implement new software. Apart from the general benefits and downsides that can be applied to most MRP systems, there are also aspects that can drastically vary from provider to provider.
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Inventory tracking means monitoring stock movements to increase visibility in the company’s supply chain. This added transparency helps businesses improve their ordering and overall inventory management practices, ensure traceability, and make sure that goods reach the production floor and the customer at the right time.
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Job costing means tracking the costs related to individual orders. This allows accounting to measure the profitability of each project separately and to use it as a basis for customer quotes and financial planning.
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Dead stock consists of inventory items that your business cannot use according to their original purpose. There are many different types of dead stock and various ways to either eliminate it or avoid it in the first place.
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The world has experienced historic supply chain disruptions during the last years. From trade wars and COVID-19 to semiconductor shortages and the Suez canal blockage – there are few industries that have not been affected. The lesson learned is to be better prepared and to remain flexible.
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Capacity planning is an essential tool used in well-functioning manufacturing companies. It determines the necessary capacity required to meet demand and as such, it is a prerequisite for efficient production scheduling, supply chain planning, inventory management, and any other aspect of the business.
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The master production schedule is a production planning tool that defines how much of a product needs to be manufactured at different periods. This simple schedule can be used as a basis for further planning and scheduling throughout the business.
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When looking for ways to track your inventory, you will undoubtedly arrive at the dilemma of whether you should use barcodes or QR codes. Even though the basic concept behind the two options is the same, there are notable differences between the two.
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When a manufacturing company reaches a certain point, order management becomes too complex to be done manually. This is again where digital solutions come to the aid of the manufacturer.
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An ERP project is a project of change. For it to be effective, however, organizational change must be expertly managed and communicated.
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During the turbulent year of 2020, UK fluidic component manufacturer Connetika pulled off a business pivot and the solo implementation of a new manufacturing ERP system.
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Forward scheduling and backward scheduling are key concepts in production planning. What are the differences between the two approaches and which one should you choose for your manufacturing business?
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Mass customization is a mixed mode of manufacturing consisting of characteristics from both mass production and make-to-order production modes. Software solutions such as product configurators make mass customization available even to small manufacturers.
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When choosing a new ERP platform, companies are making an investment in a product with a long life cycle. That is why the selection process needs to consist of a lot of comparisons and analyses. Here are the best manufacturing ERP systems available for small manufacturers.
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Cellular manufacturing is a method of process improvement and as such, it is an important part of the lean philosophy. It consists of reorganizing your shop floor in a way that would accommodate the greatest efficiency.
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When the launch of a new product line made film equipment manufacturer Motion Impossible migrate from spreadsheets to an ERP system, the team decided to implement MRPeasy with no external consultants.
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Implementing a barcode inventory system is one of the best ways to improve the efficiency of your inventory processes regardless of whether you are in the manufacturing or the distributing business. Here is a short guide on how to do it.
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What is lead time and how to measure it? How to reduce your lead times and be more dependable? Here is a comprehensive guide to a topic that directly affects how happy your customers are.
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Finding the right selling price for your products is a delicate process with many moving parts. Here are some tips to help you better understand that process.
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Good warehouse organization is key to keeping your inventory processes running smoothly. Here is how to implement warehouse organization best practices.
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Return Merchandise Authorization or RMA is a systemic approach to handling product returns. It allows for better tracking, makes the processes quicker, and could thereby improve customer satisfaction.
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Looking for a user-friendly and affordable manufacturing ERP system, the precision engineers of A Wrate Engineering managed to implement MRPeasy without any external help.
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Branding your manufacturing company could be the difference between success and staying afloat. Here is why and how you should develop a brand and use it to market your manufacturing business.
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Traceability essentially means having insight into the chain of events that is your business. But how to achieve it and what are the mechanisms that support it?
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The D2C business model is coming back fast. Learn why and how to start implementing Direct-to-Consumer in your manufacturing business.
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Manufacturing processes can be categorized and subcategorized in many different ways. Here is a comprehensive guide into the various definitions, from processes grouped according to the scale of production up until those classified by their level of automation.
Without manufacturing, the world would come to a halt. Consumer goods, durable goods, commodity products, and an endless array of other items are produced every day in factories across the world.
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The Theory of Constraints is a method of process improvement that can be applied to manufacturing, supply chain, marketing, sales, finance, or any other area of business. This guide will give you the basic toolkits to get started with TOC.
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While moving facilities and trying to orient in the pandemic, UK hi-tech server manufacturer Exacta Technologies found resources to implement a new ERP system, all on their own.
Exacta Technologies is a computer hardware company that specializes in designing, configuring, and manufacturing bespoke, high-performance computer servers and workstations. Founded in 2001, the UK-based company started out by producing tailored platforms for software providers, allowing those companies to offer hardware along with their software that would ensure the best possible user experience.
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Statistical Process Control is a method of process and quality monitoring that uses a statistical approach in order to detect inconsistencies in production. It can be an invaluable tool when trying to ensure product conformance, enhance productivity, and reduce waste.
To remain competitive, manufacturing companies have turned to MRP and ERP systems for many years to help drive efficiency and control over their processes. But even with a best-in-class ERP system, manufacturing companies need a philosophy and a systemized way of measuring production to ensure its quality.
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Setting up a business in Shopify is an easy thing to do. Properly managing that business, however, takes work. Here are some techniques and apps for effective Shopify inventory management.
Even though the growth rate of e-commerce had been slowing down for a couple of years already, the pandemic caused a new period of explosive expansion in the online retail industry. In 2021, e-commerce sales are expected to reach 4.9 trillion USD, which is more than double than what it was four years ago.
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Calculating the Cost of Goods Manufactured is a good way to get an overview of production costs and how they relate to the bottom line of your business. It allows management to identify cash drains, to adjust prices, and to track the development of the business.
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Regardless of the size of the manufacturing operation, a Bill of Materials (BOM) is vital for production. Companies across the globe utilize them as the guide and shopping list for their final product and as such, they are tied into manufacturing, maintenance, scheduling, purchasing, and other areas of the organization.
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The inventory turnover ratio is a good indicator of the performance of your company. Find a balance between sales and stock by using these formulas and tips.
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Cycle time is often confused with throughput time and takt time, but it is nevertheless a separate manufacturing performance indicator used to measure the duration of specific production processes and to get vital insight into your production efficiency.
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Implementing proper materials management methods allows businesses to make sure raw materials reach the shop floor at the right time, in the right quantity and quality. Follow these best practices to get more control over this essential supply chain function.
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Cost of Quality is the sum of the costs related to providing a quality product and the costs related to not providing a quality product. While being an effective measure to identify cash drains, it can also be used to balance the price and quality relationship of your products.
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Procurement management is more than making phone calls and arranging the purchase of materials. It is a vital part of any manufacturing company and having a strategic approach to it could bring about immense benefits.
Too often companies neglect their procurement policies in favor of improving other areas such as production planning or sales.
However, a lack of a cohesive procurement management approach may result in inefficient and flat-out harmful purchasing practices.
In fact, procurement plays a critical part in the operational success of a company.
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Advanced manufacturing is on its way to transform the industry. And there are solutions in place already that could help even small manufacturers keep up in the rapidly changing business environments.
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Maintenance management is essential for every company looking to increase efficiency and safety in the workplace. Taking a proactive approach in upkeep policies is made easy and affordable with maintenance management functionalities in a modern manufacturing software.
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Following supplier performance management best practices and using proper metrics could help you identify and deal with supply chain issues early on, avoiding stock-outs, production bottlenecks, or other complications that could arise due to unreliable suppliers.
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Kitting could be a valuable addition to the managing practices of both your raw material and finished goods inventory. There are two types of kitting and numerous instances when either of them could prove useful.
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Demand forecasting could be the key to a business’s future. But how does it work and how could it be leveraged in a way that would be most beneficial?
Understanding what to manufacture goes beyond planning the production floor.
Of course, there are sales and marketing efforts to inform people of products and collect sales dollars from them.
But another important endeavor for any manufacturing company is centered upon demand forecasting.
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From better scalability to integrated data management – there are numerous advantages to having Manufacturing Execution System software as a cloud-based solution. As automation increases through the introduction of new technology such as Industry 4.0 and other initiatives, companies continuously look for ways to improve productivity, manage production workflow, and capture higher efficiencies.
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Customer satisfaction is a major driver behind bigger profits. Using a CRM software designed for the manufacturing industry can help you get a piece of that pie.
CRM software has revolutionized customer relations with companies like Pipedrive and Salesforce offering solutions that make sales teams substantially more productive (and customers substantially happier).
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Contract manufacturing and toll manufacturing are ways of doing business for many companies, large and small. What are they exactly and how do they differ?
There are many paths to manufacturing success. Some companies start from scratch and produce their products in-house from day one.
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MRPeasy helps consumer goods manufacturer Skin Actives Scientific thrive amid pandemic uncertainty.
Skin Actives proves that digitizing production operations doesn’t necessarily require big-ticket software technologies. Modern Material Requirements Planning software can address every step in the production process, from order processing to fulfillment.
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To put it bluntly, throughput time is the time required to make a product. But it’s not only about standing by the assembly line with a stopwatch.
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Enterprise Management Systems (EMS) are software packages that support the various requirements of complex organizations. The software allows personnel to manage multifaceted companies whose infrastructures are often scattered geographically.
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The challenges faced in manufacturing become more acute as conditions change. These suggestions may help your business stay on top of its game.
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Supply disruptions are no longer a once in a generation act of god; they have become routine. Demand is increasingly fragmented and unpredictable. The risks of Just in Time begin to outweigh the benefits; large, long term commitments to low-cost suppliers half a world away no longer look so attractive.
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Operations management software helps to make sure that all business operations, whether for services or products, are effective and efficient.
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Minimum Order Quantity can help preserve customers while lowering inventory, improving cash flow, and profitability.
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Tips for when you are searching for manufacturing software. Today it is accessible to start-ups as well as small manufacturing companies.
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As warehousing becomes more complex, there is a need to automate all processes to align them with automation already taking place in supply chain management (SCM). Modern Warehouse Management System can help.
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A supply chain, or logistics chain, is a system of processes, people, activities, information, and resources needed to get a product or service from producer to consumer.
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For a smaller manufacturer looking to survive and prosper in this changing world, the question should be not ‘Can we afford this?’, but ‘Can we afford not to embrace the digitization of our core business processes?’
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Backorders are orders for goods that a company cannot fill at present because demand has outpaced supply.
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Capacity Planning used in conjunction with an ERP system can improve the accuracy of planning and help control costs as well as plan for future expansion and growth.
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User permissions can be tailored specifically for the company’s employee base so that the system can be optimized for maximum benefit.
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Running an efficient and smooth manufacturing business may seem like a daunting task among small businesses.
Progress, profitability, and expansion are only possible if a company makes use of a multi-user inventory software system that guarantees a simplified and hassle-free management of the different tasks that make up the manufacturing process.
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Inventory control allows companies to maintain the proper balance of stock in their warehouses and help with providing superior customer service.
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It wasn’t all that long ago that 3D printing was a concept suitable for an episode of The Twilight Zone. It was no more realistic or practical than space travel or driverless vehicles.
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By implementing common sense and best practices for inventory adjustments, a company can realize inventory accuracy that keeps processes on track.
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These tips could help you, if you have used ERP/MRP software previously, but you do not have your own experience in implementation of ERP/MRP systems.
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Key Performance Indicator or KPI is a quantifiable measure used to evaluate the success of an organization. Here are key manufacturing KPIs to track.
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What is inventory? The answer is obvious. Inventory is everything that is in the warehouse – in pieces, or in money.
It is a list of stock items with their quantities and sums, grouped by an item, by shelf, by lot/batch and including (or excluding) items that are usually procured/sold by the company. Inventory is just one number: the total cost of goods that are currently in stock.
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For a food manufacturing business, many requirements must be met, which can vary depending on the type of food you make, the facilities that you use, and the market you operate in.
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Any manufacturer understands the importance of practices that add value to their operation, and that’s exactly what’s at the core of lean manufacturing.
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The reorder point, also known as ROP, is the inventory level at which an order is triggered to replenish the inventory stock.
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Manufacturing Execution System is a collaboration between manufacturing planning (MRP) and the way the plant floor is organized.
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Business Process Management initiatives can help drive continuous process improvement through a factory. In addition, they can be used in conjunction with software platforms such as CRM, MRP, ERP.
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Anyone who has worked in the manufacturing industry for a significant amount of time knows that there’s so much more that goes into production than simply making good products. There are procedures, methodologies, and manufacturing philosophies that make for truly successful, efficient manufacturing.
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According to Forrester, by 2023 B2B e-commerce in the United States will reach $ 1.8 trillion. It will account for 17% of all B2B sales in the United States, and it will grow by 10% annually over the next 5 years.
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“Inventory is often considered by manufacturers to be the most valuable category of assets on their books; however, it can tie up large amounts of cash and diminish in value for a host of reasons,” said Stephen Pillsbury, principal in PwC’s U.S.
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The difference between production planning and production scheduling. They have similar concepts, however, there are slight differences between them.
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A key difficulty in electronics manufacturing arises from the need to manage a lot of information. This is where manufacturing software for the electronics industry comes into play.
For example, finding the lead time of a product assembled from hundreds of distinct parts, which all have various lead times, is a difficult process done manually – hundreds or even thousands of pieces of information need to be considered.
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Time Slot Management Systems allow for optimization of logistics processes, are easy to deploy and deliver measurable results in cost savings.
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Return of Investment is a critical indicator when deciding on investment in any asset. Especially in ERP/MRP software, where the direct result is not obviously calculating.
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An accounting manual is a document in which every organization defines its accounting policies and procedures. Each organization is unique and therefore creates its own accounting manual.
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A third of manufacturers consider their maintenance programmes to be reactive rather than planned or predicted, according to a recent study by the Institute of Engineering and Technology (IET UK) and Bosch Rexroth.
A report into maintenance practices in UK industry surveyed nearly 300 engineers and found that maintenance practices continue to be a cause for concern.
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With MRP or ERP implementation, the key to a successful implementation relies on assembling the right team. With the right skills, attributes and leadership, a fully optimized system can be built to fit any manufacturer’s needs.
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For a good reason, people ask, what are the advantages and what are the disadvantages of MRP software or manufacturing ERP. Still, even though being one of the predominant ways of organizing inventory and production planning, it surely has its benefits and drawbacks.
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An essential step when a business implements an ERP or MRP is to deeply analyze the internal processes and construct process flow diagrams of current and new processes.
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Efficiency is the lifeblood of any manufacturing company. If the processes and procedures work smoothly and efficiently, profitability is enhanced. And if they don’t, then profits may suffer.
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An accounting source document provides proof of an economic transaction.
They are the source of the information that is recorded in the accounting ledgers, and they are used to verify the validity of the transactions.
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LimeLife by Alcone, L’Occitane’s new brand, uses MRPeasy and gives a makeover to its supply chain functionality.
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The MRP is a planning system that allows you to manage the production resources of an organization. Here is an overview of Material Requirements Planning (MRP I) and Manufacturing Resource Planning (MRP II) differences.
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Unlike manufacturing companies 100 years ago, nowadays manufacturers compete not only with other local businesses but also with other operations across the globe, both big and small.
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