Maximise profits from custom orders using product configurator software
Some products have a longer decision-making process than others - take furniture for example; often you'll have an idea of what you want, fixed in your mind, but finding the right...
Why accurate product data is crucial for effective supply chain management
The objective of any supply chain management system is to effectively and efficiently manage the procurement of materials and services to satisfy the demands of one or more site...
6 benefits of investing in a Warehouse Software
More and more companies are investing in Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) because they can help gain competitive advantage and create a lean warehouse environment. Warehouse...
Project management tips for engineered to order manufacturers
Engineered to order (ETO) projects are based on specific customer requirements; due to the complex nature of the end-product, the whole process needs to be precise and good...
How manufacturers can improve cash flow
In order to create a sustainable manufacturing organisation, there is one trait that all ventures must possess: a strong cash flow. Running a business is a fine art of balancing...
Different ways administrative tasks can be 'Lean'
There are a multitude of reasons why systems and processes become unproductive; like outdated documentation causing conflicts and confusion, people who are trained in the same...
Achieve economies to scale with lean manufacturing
Lean manufacturing is the mantra for getting more out of less and, put simply, was a revolution when internationally recognised in the 1990s by Japanese car manufacturer, Toyota. The...
Attracting talent in the manufacturing industry
Since the Industrial Revolution, the manufacturing industry has been one of the core sectors which has supported the UK economy, but as with all industries, it is subject to the...