
Reducing production costs for custom orders
Whether you receive custom orders occasionally or all the time, custom orders can be difficult to manage, but having the right ERP system can help you anticipate issues that could...

Using lean principles for effective stock control
Lean principles are strategic processes put in place in order to maximise efficiency in companies making and selling goods. The idea is to cut down on waste or even eliminate it...

6 common misconception of lean manufacturing
Lean manufacturing is a system of management that is popular due to the economic and output benefits it can provide. Lean practices stem from a range of principles, approaches and...

Minimising inaccuracies in engineered to order projects
An Engineered-to-Order (ETO) approach requires a higher level of participation from customers during the manufacturing and design process. With different parties coming together to...

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...