Choosing an ERP Vendor Partner: Key Considerations for Success with SYSPRO As a software reseller or system integrator, your success is intrinsically tied to the solutions and company you choose to represent. Your future growth and your bottom line are directly impacted by the tangibles—and intangibles—a software vendor can offer, so the selection of a partner is critical. If you’re looking for an ERP vendor to partner with or seeking to add another software provider to your portfolio, there are four key considerations you should weigh during your evaluation. A proven company that has your ba ..read more

Make-to-Order (MTO) manufacturing is the production of specialized or unique one-off products in quantities ranging from one to small production runs. Usually, the final product is a combination of custom manufactured components and standard components. With the recent stress placed upon the supply chain in recent years and the changing political alignment across the globe, we are seeing a trend for supply to be bought closer to home which has resulted in Australian MTO manufacturers attracting significant capital input and flourishing. MTO operations bring their own set of unique challenges ..read more

For manufacturers, having the right business intelligence on hand at the right time can eliminate the guesswork from decision making, offering real-time visibility into business processes so you can anticipate your next move. Think of it like looking through a windshield on a clear day when you’re driving, compared to navigating in the fog. But producing timely, accurate and relevant business reports is not as easy as it sounds. In recent years, the amount of data available to most companies has exploded. Yet many organizations struggle to support, filter and manage it. Common issues include ..read more

Many manufacturers struggle to optimize warehouse productivity and attract skilled employees. Inefficient working conditions and manual work only worsen the problem. In fact, the latest figures from the Bureau of Labor Statistics in the U.S. put annual warehouse turnover rates at 43 percent. That’s where automation comes into play. An ERP system that incorporates a cutting-edge warehouse management system (WMS) can help you optimize processes, streamline workflows and decrease errors. The benefits include happy customers (due to on-time deliveries); increased employee satisfaction (because au ..read more

In Part 1, we covered three key areas of enterprise security that have the greatest risk potential — the diverse IT environment, the threat landscape, and human error. There are some specific threat areas that manufacturers need to manage. They also need to know how to protect their ERP systems which are critical for a business to run effectively. Threats in the manufacturing environment The adoption of smart manufacturing, while being critical for many companies who want to stay competitive, also brings with it some security problems. IoT devices on the factory floor need to be protected; so ..read more

Embracing Uniqueness: How SYSPRO's PartnerUP dares to be different SYSPRO ERP PartnerUP program In a world of templated, one-size-fits-all solutions, it’s easy for businesses with unique needs and non-traditional workflows to feel lost and unsupported. SYSPRO’s PartnerUP program is a beacon of hope, designed for partners who dare to be different, walk their own path, and are bold enough to be themselves. In this blog, we’ll explore how our focus on flexibility and embracing the uncommon can ignite a movement of partners who are passionate about enabling distinctive businesses to co ..read more

ERP Customization: How SYSPRO's PartnerUP dares to be different ERP customization brought to you by SYSPRO In this blog, we’ll explore how our focus on ERP customization, flexibility and embracing the uncommon can ignite a movement of partners who are passionate about enabling distinctive businesses to continue forging their own special flair. In a world of templated, one-size-fits-all solutions, it’s easy for businesses with unique needs and non-traditional workflows to feel lost and unsupported. SYSPRO’s PartnerUP program is a beacon of hope, designed for partners who dare to be ..read more

Technology is becoming a major focus for Asian manufacturers. Many governments are incentivising companies to invest in new manufacturing technologies, and the manufacturing sector in Asia has undergone significant change in recent years. Manufacturing will continue to be shaped in 2024 and beyond, by technological advances. Significant trends are emerging that manufacturers should be watching. These trends will make a difference to manufacturers internally, helping them to become stronger and more flexible to deal with future changes and disruptions. 1. Industry 4.0 and Artificial Intelligen ..read more

Material Requirements Planning for a modern manufacturing environment Material Requirements Planning (MRP) is software that helps companies estimate the required quantities of raw materials, maintain inventory levels, and ensure manufacturing has all the items needed to make products to satisfy demand. MRP is one of the early inventory management systems and has been widely adopted by manufacturers. Compared to the world when MRP was introduced, when it was accepted to take several days for an MRP run, doing it quickly is critical. The difference of course is that business processes are more i ..read more

Today’s manufacturers face many challenges in a business context complicated by factors such as ongoing loadshedding, soaring raw material prices, managing shop floor processes, and a weak economy. Manufacturers already understand that digital technologies are transforming the way the industry operates, particularly in improving efficiencies and driving higher levels of business performance. Technology solutions such as ERP are at the core of digital transformation. Modern Manufacturing Operations Management (MOM) systems are specifically designed to help small to medium manufacturers enhance ..read more