Production - The Achilles Heel of ERP
Summary
More and more of today’s manufacturing companies are becoming reliant on ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) systems to coordinate and control their operational activities. The investment to implement such ERP systems in terms of direct cost and personnel time is significant, often running into hundreds of thousands or even millions of dollars. Matrix Controls has recognized and addressed this shortcoming with their V5 software suite, in conjunction with their operator workstations, already has a proven track record in bridging the gap between the factory floor and ERP. Acting as a thin client server to programs such as SAP, Oracle, Syspro, Dynamics (and many more ERP systems) their solution brings a measure – control – improve ethos to the overall process, from receiving to product shipping. This approach is highly effective in improving productivity, optimizing raw material usage and minimizing wastage – all important, if not obvious, factors in ensuring ongoing profitability and, above all, customer satisfaction.