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Building Smarter: ERP as the Foundation of Modular Construction Success
Modular construction is reshaping the building industry by offering faster timelines, lower costs, and improved efficiency. However, coordinating the manufacturing and assembly processes of modular components can be challenging. Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems, with their flexibility and scalability, are transforming modular construction by streamlining operations, enhancing collaboration, and enabling smarter decision-making through real-time data.  In this article, we’ll explore how ERP systems can help companies overcome many of the primary challenges in modular construction and discuss the key benefits of a modern construction ERP, such as using real-time data in modular construction projects. What is Modular Construction?  Modular construction involves creating building components (such as walls, floors, or entire rooms) in a factory before transporting them to the construction site for assembly. This approach reduces waste, speeds up construction timelines, and ensures consistent quality. However, managing the logistics and workflows of modular projects requires precise coordination. Without the right tools, inefficiencies can lead to delays and higher costs. Industry Challenges…and How You Can Address Them The modular construction industry faces several challenges that can hinder project success and growth. Among the primary issues are: Supply chain complexities Regulatory hurdles Inefficiencies in budgeting and scheduling Modular construction relies heavily on prefabricated components sourced from multiple suppliers, which can create bottlenecks if deliveries are delayed, or materials are unavailable. Regulatory compliance adds another layer of difficulty, as modular projects must meet varying building codes and standards across different jurisdictions. Additionally, inaccurate cost estimations and a lack of real-time tracking tools often lead to budget overruns and missed deadlines.  Implementing a modern ERP can help construction companies address these challenges effectively. Construction ERP software centralizes project data, offering real-time insights into supply chain operations, resource allocation, and compliance requirements. Your ERP Can be the Backbone of Your Modular Construction Projects Flexible, scalable ERP systems serve as the backbone of modular construction projects by integrating all aspects of a business—from procurement and inventory management to scheduling and financial tracking—into one platform. This centralization eliminates silos between departments and ensures that all stakeholders have access to real-time information. From Real-Time Data to Cost Control: Key Benefits of ERP in Modular Construction Real-Time Data for Smarter Decisions ERP systems provide up-to-date information on every aspect of a project, enabling managers to make informed decisions quickly. For instance, if there’s a delay in material delivery, the system can suggest alternative suppliers or adjust schedules automatically. Automated Resource Allocation Managing resources manually can be time-consuming and prone to errors. ERP systems automate this process by tracking inventory levels and allocating materials efficiently to keep projects on track without wasting resources. Enhanced Collaboration Miscommunication between office teams and field crews can lead to costly mistakes. ERP platforms centralize project data such as task assignments and file sharing, so everyone is aligned on goals and timelines. Predictive Analytics for Risk Management Using historical data patterns, ERP systems can forecast potential risks before they become problems, such as supply chain disruptions or weather-related delays. Cost Control By providing visibility into budgets, expenses, and resource usage, ERP systems help businesses minimize waste and maximize profitability. Real-Time Data: A Game-Changer for Modular Construction Projects One of the most important components of a modern construction ERP is its ability to easily capture and share real-time data. When a construction company implements an ERP that is suited to its unique needs, real-time data becomes a powerful tool that enhances project efficiency by providing instant access to critical information. Here are the key benefits that construction companies can realize once they start using real-time data: 1. Improved Project Management Enhanced Decision-Making: Real-time data allows project managers to make quick decisions based on current information about resources, timelines, or issues affecting progress. Accelerated Project Delivery: By optimizing schedules and resource allocation, real-time data helps streamline workflows, reducing project timelines by up to 50%. 2. Increased Efficiency Labor Productivity Monitoring: Real-time tracking ensures that workers are assigned effectively based on their availability and skills. Reduced Downtime: Sensors embedded in equipment can detect issues early, preventing costly breakdowns. 3. Enhanced Safety and Compliance Improved Safety Standards: Real-time data helps monitor worker conditions like fatigue or equipment safety checks. Better Compliance Management: Tracking hours worked ensures adherence to labor laws while reducing wage disputes. 4. Cost Management Reduced Cost Overruns: Real-time tracking helps identify inefficiencies early, keeping projects within budget. Optimized Resource Allocation: Insights into material usage reduce waste and unnecessary expenses. 5. Improved Quality Control Early Issue Detection: Sensors monitor equipment performance continuously to catch problems before they escalate. Consistent Quality: Real-time monitoring during manufacturing ensures uniform standards across prefabricated components. 6. Enhanced Collaboration Improved Communication: Real-time updates ensure all stakeholders are aligned on project progress without delays caused by miscommunication. Streamlined Workflows: Integrated systems automate processes for better collaboration across teams. Modular ERP: A Flexible Solution Modern ERP systems are often modular themselves, allowing businesses to select specific components—or “modules”—to address their unique needs. Think of it like building with LEGO® blocks: you can start small with essential modules like inventory management or project tracking and add more as your business grows. The primary advantages of modular ERP systems include:  Scalability: Easily add new modules as your business expands or your needs evolve.  Customization: Tailor modules to fit specific workflows without paying for unnecessary features.  Cost Efficiency: Implement only the modules you need initially, reducing upfront costs. A Glimpse into the Future of ERP for Construction As technology advances further, ERP systems for construction are integrating innovative features like artificial intelligence (AI), Internet of Things (IoT) devices, and robotics: AI-powered forecasting analyzes data trends to predict future challenges or opportunities in projects. IoT integration enables smart devices to monitor equipment usage and material conditions in real time. Robotics collaboration automates assembly processes for greater precision while reducing labor costs. These innovations promise even greater efficiency in modular construction projects. Ready to unleash the power of your modular construction projects? Net at Work specializes in helping construction businesses unlock their full potential with tailored solutions that drive efficiency and growth. Contact us today for a complimentary Business Health Assessment and discover how we can help you streamline your construction operations with an ERP system built for success.
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Five Signs Your Legacy System Is Quietly Sabotaging Your Growth (And What To Do About It)
Is your legacy ERP quietly holding your process manufacturing business back? Learn the five critical signs managers can’t afford to ignore—and how upgrading to a modern ERP fuels sustainable growth. In today’s process manufacturing environment, marked by increasing regulatory pressures, rising consumer expectations around sustainability, and economic uncertainty, precision, speed, and adaptability are not just desirable—they’re critical. Yet many companies unknowingly allow their outdated ERP systems to quietly sabotage their competitive advantage and impede growth. Industry managers often assume that an ERP system is simply a tool—one that’s either functional or not. But in today’s challenging environment, especially in the chemical and food/beverage manufacturing sectors, an outdated legacy system can quietly undermine growth and slowly erode a company’s competitive edge. The reality is that your ERP system isn’t neutral: it can either empower your growth or silently sabotage it. Here are five critical yet subtle signs that your legacy system is holding you back, why this matters more now than ever, and, most importantly, what you can do to propel your operations forward. Your team is trapped in a loop of manual tasks Manual tasks such as batch management or shelf-life tracking are a hidden drain on productivity and morale. They cause operational bottlenecks, higher error rates, and frustrated teams—conditions you can’t afford in industries characterized by thin margins and stringent regulations. Much of this work happens in Excel—an all-too-common workaround when legacy systems fall short. But spreadsheets require constant manual effort, offer no version control, and are notoriously error prone. They’re a short-term fix that becomes a long-term liability. Your team is making educated guesses instead of strategic decisions Real-time data is now an industry essential. Managers in process manufacturing need up-to-the-minute visibility across operations. Without it, critical decisions become educated guesses rather than informed strategies, costing you time, money, and competitive advantage. When you don’t have immediate access to accurate, unified data, your response to market fluctuations, quality issues, regulatory demands, and customer expectations is slow and ineffective. Growth is outpacing your ERP system Your business is expanding—but your ERP isn’t keeping pace. Whether you’re opening new facilities, launching additional product lines, or acquiring new companies, your legacy system may struggle to manage this growth effectively. The complexity of integrating new processes or handling increased transaction volumes can expose critical weaknesses in legacy systems, creating operational inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and, ultimately, dissatisfied customers. Integration with new technology is a constant struggle To stay competitive, today’s process manufacturers must quickly leverage new technologies—from advanced analytics to IoT and beyond. Yet legacy ERP systems typically struggle to integrate smoothly with new tools, leaving critical data stranded and inaccessible. If your team wastes time working around integration barriers, you lose valuable opportunities to innovate and streamline operations. Maintenance costs and downtime are draining resources Legacy systems may seem inexpensive to maintain—especially if the initial investment is long paid off—but the hidden costs tell a different story. Maintenance still requires time and resources, and when downtime or troubleshooting becomes a recurring issue, it pulls attention away from more strategic initiatives. With resources consumed by upkeep, you limit how much you can invest in new product development, employee training, or market expansion initiatives. The hidden dangers of ignoring the signs If these issues sound familiar, it’s time to recognize that the risks of sticking with an outdated ERP system go beyond immediate frustrations. If you aren’t evolving, you’re effectively moving backward. Your competitors aren’t standing still—they’re actively investing in digital infrastructure, enhancing agility, reducing operational costs, and accelerating innovation cycles. Companies sticking with legacy systems risk losing market share, missing out on new market opportunities, and becoming less attractive to potential customers and partners. The current economic uncertainty intensifies the need to operate efficiently and strategically—exactly what legacy systems are ill-equipped to provide. Further, maintaining outdated systems hampers your ability to attract top talent. Today’s skilled workers prefer modern, user-friendly systems that enhance productivity and innovation—not cumbersome, outdated platforms that complicate their daily tasks. Ignoring these issues could cost you operational efficiency and your competitive edge in attracting and retaining the best talent in your industry. How a modern ERP solution solves these problems Here’s the good news: A modern ERP solution specifically designed for process manufacturing directly addresses each of these critical pain points: 1. Automates manual tasks Modern ERPs like Sage X3 automate data entry, reconciliation, and routine workflows, significantly reducing errors and freeing your teams to focus on value-added activities. Sage X3 is already incorporating AI strategies to automate repetitive functions like accounts payable and receivable. These tools reduce human input and accelerate processing—making everyday workflows faster, more accurate, and far less manual 2. Provides real-time, actionable insights A modern ERP delivers real-time visibility across all your operations, giving you the precise data you need to make rapid, informed decisions. Integrated dashboards and analytics tools enable proactive responses to shifts in demand, regulatory changes, and emerging market opportunities, strengthening your competitive positioning. 3. Scales effortlessly with your growth Solutions like Sage X3 are built with scalability, allowing you to expand operations quickly without costly and disruptive system upgrades. Modern ERP systems also support operational growth without necessarily increasing headcount. As you expand into new markets or product lines, the system can be configured to handle added complexity—without overloading your team. 4. Simplifies integration with advanced technologies New ERP systems are designed for seamless integration with a wide variety of third-party applications and emerging technologies. By connecting your existing and future systems, you’ll reduce integration costs, improve data quality, and foster innovation—making your company agile, adaptive, and ready to embrace future advancements effortlessly. 5. Reduces ongoing maintenance and infrastructure costs Cloud-based ERP solutions significantly reduce maintenance demands and costs associated with traditional legacy systems. By transitioning to the cloud, your IT team can redirect their efforts from basic system upkeep to strategic initiatives that drive business value, innovation, and market competitiveness. Ready to move forward? The choice is stark: Modernize or risk falling behind. Upgrading your ERP solution will equip your process manufacturing operation to meet the challenges of this dynamic, uncertain market head-on. With a modern ERP, your teams can thrive, your decisions will be sharper, and your business will be positioned for sustained long-term success. Take the first step today—explore how transitioning to a modern ERP solution like Sage X3 can streamline your operations, enhance your competitive positioning, and unlock new opportunities for growth. We invite you to check out how our client, Polycoat Products, scaled operations nationally with Sage X3. Or how we helped Uniwell Laboratories boost revenues by 14% by optimizing their ERP application. Or how Baked by Melissa makes life sweeter for more of America by using Sage X3. Then, reach out to our team of process manufacturing experts to see how we may be able to help you.
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Modernizing Healthcare with AI-Driven ERP
Healthcare faces unprecedented challenges: declining reimbursements, workforce shortages, and regulatory complexity converge with rising patient expectations for personalized, transparent care. In this environment, healthcare ERP systems powered by artificial intelligence (AI) are becoming a cornerstone of survival and growth.   Modern platforms are redefining how organizations achieve compliance, operational agility, and data-driven decision-making. Challenges Driving Innovation in Healthcare Operations Five seismic shifts are reshaping healthcare operations, as identified by a recent industry analysis by Sage Intacct: Cloud migration: 89% of healthcare providers now prioritize real-time data access across distributed teams. Consolidation: Mergers and acquisitions have tripled since 2020, creating complex multi-entity structures. Cost pressures: Reimbursement rates fell 4.2% annually since 2021, forcing 67% of CFOs to adopt granular cost-per-patient analytics. Regulatory evolution: 23 states introduced new Medicaid reporting requirements in 2024 alone. Consumerization: 82% of patients now compare healthcare experiences to retail standards, demanding price transparency and digital engagement. Legacy ERP systems can exacerbate these challenges. For one Sage Intacct customer who migrated from QuickBooks, their manual processes were causing 14-day delays in intercompany reconciliations during a merger. Conversely, organizations using AI-enhanced ERP systems report 40% faster decision-making and 30% lower compliance costs. AI-Enhanced ERP: The Key to Smarter, Faster Decision-Making through Healthcare-Specific Tools Sage Intacct’s healthcare-specific ERP tools automate compliance through: Advanced Audit Trail: Tracks every PHI access attempt with user/IP timestamps, reducing HIPAA audit prep from weeks to hours. Automated Business Associate Agreements: Unlike generic solutions, Sage Intacct signs Business Associate Agreements, mitigating legal risks for eligible clients. Multi-State Adaptability: The ERP can auto-generate Medicaid/Medicare reports across jurisdictions. Penalty prevention is quantifiable: Organizations using these tools reduced HIPAA fines by 92% post-implementation, with one surgical robotics firm slashing breach response times by 70%. Operational Efficiency: From Survival to Strategic Growth AI-powered ERP systems transform financial operations through: 1. Intelligent Automation AP/AR Optimization: A home care organization automated 70% of its paper-based processes, enabling remote work during crises. Dynamic Spend Controls: Role-based dashboards at healthcare practices trigger alerts when departments exceed budget thresholds, cutting variances by 50%. Multi-Entity Management: A treatment center unified 14 facilities under a single ledger, reducing monthly close cycles by 40% and saving $1 million annually. 2. Predictive Financial Modeling Machine learning analyzes historical and real-time data to: Forecast patient volumes with 85% accuracy, optimizing staffing and inventory. Predict claim denials pre-submission, reducing rejections by 30%. Model reimbursement impacts of potential mergers, as used by a mental health facility during expansion. Real-Time Visibility Through Role-Based Intelligence Custom dashboards align insights with stakeholder needs: CFOs: Track net revenue per case, days cash on hand, and labor cost ratios. Clinic Managers: Monitor patient wait times, no-show rates, and supply burn rates. Board Members: Access consolidated ROIs for capital equipment purchases. A mental health facility reduced manual Excel work by 90% after implementing dynamic dashboards, enabling real-time budget reforecasting during COVID. Security in the AI-ERP Era A modern healthcare ERP such as Sage Intacct includes security features that address critical vulnerabilities: HIPAA-Certified Encryption: Multi-layered protection for PHI in financial systems. Behavioral AI: Flags anomalous EHR access patterns in real-time. Strategic Partnerships for Sustainable Innovation The Healthcare Financial Management Association (HFMA) Peer Review process—passed by only 60% of applicants—validates Sage Intacct’s healthcare expertise through: Customer interviews confirming ROI within 6 months Technical demonstrations proving multi-entity scalability Legal reviews ensuring ongoing HIPAA/HITECH alignment As Richard L. Childs, HFMA reviewer, notes: “The Peer Reviewed label reassures organizations that solutions meet rigorous operational and ethical standards.” Building a Data-Driven Healthcare Future The convergence of AI and ERP systems represents healthcare’s next evolutionary leap. Platforms like Sage Intacct demonstrate that when financial, operational, and clinical data unite in a HIPAA-secure cloud environment, organizations gain: 35% faster growth cycles through predictive modeling 50% reduction in compliance incidents 22% higher patient satisfaction via personalized care resourcing Act Now with Net at Work Contact us today to speak with an expert about receiving a complimentary Business Health Assessment.
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A MasterClass in Digital Transformation Strategy: Overcoming Digital Roadblocks
In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, organizations face numerous challenges and opportunities. How do you navigate these complexities to ensure you not only survive but thrive? Join us for an enlightening live web event titled “Transform and Thrive: Overcoming Digital Roadblocks in Your Business.” Navigating Common Digital Transformation Challenges & Implementing Effective Strategies We are excited to feature Eric Sluss, a seasoned Chief Information Officer from Net at Work’s Fractional CIO & Advisory group. Eric will share his expertise on how to tackle the human capital, process, and technology challenges that often hinder digital transformation. His insights are designed to help you drive meaningful change and foster innovation within your organization. Whether you’re at the beginning of your digital journey or looking to fine-tune existing processes, this on-demand webinar promises to equip you with the essential knowledge and tools for a successful transformation. During this recorded webinar, you’ll discover: The key components of digital transformation: Understand the foundational elements that drive successful digital initiatives. Common challenges encountered along the way: Learn about typical obstacles and how to overcome them. Best practices for ensuring success: Gain actionable strategies to ensure your digital transformation efforts are effective and sustainable. Watch on-demand webinar for this opportunity to turn challenges into opportunities and propel your business towards unparalleled success. Join us and transform your digital future!
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American Kennel Club Unleashes Efficiency
Since 1884, the American Kennel Club (AKC) has been a guiding force in canine advocacy. As the largest purebred dog registry in the world, the AKC is a trusted source of knowledge, inspiration, and support for dog lovers everywhere. The organization’s work touches countless lives, including hosting thousands of events annually and advancing groundbreaking research through the AKC Canine Health Foundation. “Net at Work’s expertise has been a game-changer for us. They’ve helped us turn Sage X3 into the operational backbone we needed to manage our diverse business units effectively.” Peter Rohslau, Controller, AKC Behind the scenes, the AKC relies on a strong operational backbone to support its multifaceted organization, which includes six legal entities and a team of 500 employees. With business operations ranging from managing merchandise sales to sponsoring events and advocating for responsible dog ownership, the AKC needed a solution that could keep pace with its mission. For over a decade, Sage X3 and Net at Work have been vital partners in helping the AKC operate efficiently and fulfill its goals. A challenge as big as the pack The AKC’s operations are as diverse as the breeds it celebrates. Managing complex registrations, maintaining multiple eCommerce platforms, and ensuring smooth collaboration across departments and legal entities are no small tasks. The organization had relied on an older ERP application, but it simply couldn’t keep pace with the operation. The system wasn’t optimized for speed and performance, and data was siloed across various applications, making collaboration and decision-making more challenging. Recognizing the need to align all aspects of the organization, the AKC partnered with Net at Work to conduct a full business process review and recommend a new, more robust ERP application. They selected Sage X3. Fetching results with Sage X3 and Net at Work With Net at Work’s help, the AKC unleashed Sage X3’s full potential, integrating diverse applications and workflows to create a single source of truth. AKC elected to host Sage X3 on the Cloud at Work Virtual Cloud, vastly simplifying maintenance and boosting accessibility. Today, eCommerce platforms, merchandise inventory, and data from their custom-built dog registration database flow seamlessly into the system. This streamlined approach replaced manual processes, saving time and improving accuracy across the organization. Peter Rohslau, AKC’s controller, explains, “Net at Work’s expertise has been a game-changer for us. They’ve helped us turn Sage X3 into the operational backbone we needed to manage our diverse business units effectively.” Staying out in front With Sage X3 workflows, the AKC has automated key processes like purchase order approvals, transforming a once-paper-heavy system into an efficient digital operation. For an organization with over 50 departments, this centralization has been crucial for improving communication and reducing administrative bottlenecks. The results speak for themselves. Department heads now receive timely, accurate reports every month—an improvement from the quarterly reports they relied on previously. This shift empowers the AKC to react faster to changing circumstances, whether reallocating resources or seizing new opportunities. “Our ability to provide timely, actionable data has improved dramatically,” says Rohslau. “This allows us to stay ahead of challenges and support the strategic decisions that drive our mission forward.” Growing the pack seamlessly As the AKC has grown and added new legal entities, Sage X3 has made onboarding smooth and scalable. Even unique aspects of the AKC’s operations, such as their small-scale manufacturing process, are supported by Sage X3. With workflows configured by Net at Work, the AKC can manage production tasks efficiently, ensuring they stay on track without missing a beat. Looking to the future, the AKC plans to implement additional tools, including workflow management and AP automation, further enhancing their ability to operate with agility and precision. A top dog partnership One of the AKC’s greatest strengths is its enduring partnership with Net at Work. For many years, the same consultant has supported the organization, ensuring continuity and a deep understanding of its needs. This consistency, backed by Net at Work’s deep bench of resources, has allowed the AKC to focus on its mission while confidently relying on its systems. “Having the same partner, even the same consultant, makes all the difference,” Rohslau notes. “Net at Work understands how we’re built and ensures everything runs seamlessly. They’ve become an integral part of our success.” Taking a walk into the future The AKC’s mission impacts dogs, owners, and communities worldwide, from funding research that improves canine health to promoting responsible dog ownership. With Sage X3 as their operational backbone and Net at Work as a trusted partner, the AKC is poised to continue advancing its goals with efficiency and precision. “Net at Work and Sage X3 give us the tools and support we need to keep moving forward,” Rohslau concludes. “With their help, we can focus on what matters to us—championing the bond between people and their dogs.” Download the full Net at Work success story to read more about American Kennel Club’s journey to unleash Sage X3’s full potential.
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Unlocking Growth in the Chemical Manufacturing Industry: Could Your ERP Be the Key?
The global chemical industry is projected to grow from $6.182 billion in 2024 to $6.324 billion by 2025, marking a year-over-year increase of 2.3%. This growth underscores the industry’s resilience and its ongoing quest for innovation and sustainability. For chemical manufacturing companies, maintaining a competitive edge requires not only embracing new technologies but also optimizing operational processes, particularly in inventory management. Why Inventory Management Matters Inventory management is a critical component of any chemical manufacturing company’s operations. It requires a sophisticated system that can handle the nuances of chemical production, including hazardous material handling, lot traceability, and compliance with stringent regulations. Effective inventory management can significantly reduce operational costs, improve supply chain visibility, and enhance customer satisfaction by ensuring timely deliveries and minimizing stock-outs.  In the chemical manufacturing industry, inventory management is particularly challenging due to the nature of the products. Chemicals often have limited shelf lives, and improper storage can lead to safety risks and regulatory issues. Therefore, companies need systems that can monitor expiration dates, manage lot and serial numbers, and ensure that inventory is handled and stored safely. Flexible, Scalable ERPs for Chemical Manufacturing Companies Modern Chemical ERP systems are designed to address these challenges by providing a comprehensive platform that integrates all aspects of business operations, from manufacturing and quality control to inventory management and financial reporting. For instance, Sage X3 offers robust inventory tools that automate processes, optimize stock levels, and provide real-time visibility across multiple warehouses and locations. This level of integration allows organizations to streamline operations, reduce manual errors, and make informed decisions based on accurate, up-to-date data. Polycoat Products Scales Operations Nationwide with a Modern ERP A decade ago, when its previous ERP reached the end of its serviceable life, chemical manufacturer Polycoat Products’ management team took action. “Our previous version of ERP was being sunsetted by the manufacturer,” recalls H.K. Sharma, Vice President of IT for Polycoat. “We began looking for our next long-term solution. We only had two locations then but had a long-term growth strategy that would require a powerful ERP that could scale.” Polycoat engaged its Sage business partner, Net at Work, to lead the search. “They recommended we move to Sage X3,” Sharma says. “Sage X3 is designed for process manufacturers like Polycoat and is almost infinitely scalable. “  Today, even routine tasks like the company’s optional business audit have been simplified. “Our annual audit used to take three months,” notes Sharma.  “All the documentation was stored in file cabinets. Now, we sit down with the auditors, access everything electronically, and we’re done in hours rather than months. We’ve grown from two locations to ten and have completed multiple acquisitions.” Challenge: Polycoat’s ERP had reached the end of its serviceable life and could not accommodate its ambitious growth strategy and increased operational complexity. With plans for substantial growth, Polycoat required a scalable ERP solution that could support its expanding operations without compromising on efficiency or innovation. Solution: The company selected Sage X3 because of the solution’s stellar reputation in the manufacturing sector and because of the value they placed in its long-term partnership with Net at Work. Results: Growth from 2 to 10 locations seamlessly supported, handling thousands of transactions weekly. Annual business audit reduced from a few months to a few hours. Customer self-service portal improves customer service and saves staff time. Trusted partnership powers ongoing innovation including new customer-facing web store. Read the full case study. Must-Have Features for Your New ERP When selecting an ERP system, chemical manufacturing companies should look for several key features: Formula and Recipe Management: The ability to manage complex chemical formulas and recipes is essential. This includes precise control over ingredient proportions, quality management, and adjustments for batch scaling. Compliance and Regulatory Reporting: Given the strict regulatory environment, an ERP must ensure compliance with global standards like GHS, REACH, and OSHA. It should facilitate the generation of Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and maintain audit trails for compliance reporting. Quality Control and Lot Traceability: High-quality standards and the ability to trace every ingredient from supplier to customer are non-negotiable. The ERP should support quality checks at multiple points in the production process and provide end-to-end lot traceability. Inventory Management with Hazardous Material Handling: Managing hazardous materials requires special attention. The ERP should offer inventory management capabilities that address safe storage, handling, and transportation of hazardous chemicals. Key Steps for Implementing an Effective Inventory Management Strategy Implementing effective inventory management involves several steps: Demand Forecasting: Accurate demand forecasting is crucial for optimizing inventory levels. This involves analyzing historical data, market trends, and real-time inputs from across the business to predict future demand accurately. Inventory Optimization: Holding just enough inventory to meet demand without overstocking is a delicate balance. Companies should calculate accurate buffer levels and consider buying smaller, more frequent stock runs to reduce surplus inventory. Real-Time Reporting: Effective reporting is key to determining the success of any optimization plan. Companies need real-time access to data to adjust their strategies based on facts rather than guesswork. Unlocking the Full Potential of Your Customizable ERP Modern ERPs offer several benefits to chemical manufacturing companies: Operational Efficiency: By automating and streamlining processes, ERPs reduce manual errors and free up resources for strategic tasks. Real-Time Visibility: They provide real-time visibility into every facet of operations, from manufacturing and quality to inventory and sales. Scalability and Flexibility: Modern ERPs are designed to adapt to changing business needs and scale up as the company grows. Integration Capabilities: They offer seamless integration with existing systems and the ability to incorporate new technologies and processes. “We’re not standing still. We want to leverage technology in smart new ways. Net at Work is our conduit into that technology, sparking new ideas and helping us make them a reality.”  H.K. Sharma, Vice President of IT, Polycoat Products Choosing the Right Technology Services Partner The success of an ERP implementation hinges not only on the system itself but also on the capabilities and approach of the services partner responsible for its deployment and ongoing support. A great partner should have proven expertise in the chemical manufacturing industry, a structured methodology for implementation, and a commitment to ongoing support and knowledge transfer.  Below are the most crucial factors: Industry Expertise: Look for a partner with deep knowledge of the chemical industry and its specific challenges. This includes understanding regulatory requirements, hazardous material handling, and the unique operational complexities of chemical manufacturing. Proven Track Record: Ensure the partner has a proven track record of successful ERP implementations in the chemical manufacturing sector. Request case studies and references to gauge their level of expertise and experience. Cultural Compatibility: The partner should align with your organization’s ethos, ensuring a collaborative relationship where mutual respect drives collective success. Robust Methodology: They should possess a structured, tried-and-tested approach to implementation that includes comprehensive planning, realistic timelines, and risk management strategies. Clear Communication and Transparency: Expect regular, clear communication, with transparency about the project’s progress, challenges, and solutions at each stage. Adaptability and Flexibility: While structured methodology is essential, your partner should also be adaptable—quickly responding to your business’s unique and evolving demands and the wider industry. Empowerment Through Training and Knowledge Transfer: An excellent services partner empowers your team by prioritizing knowledge transfer and providing thorough training to ensure your staff can fully leverage the ERP system. Long-term Support and Evolution: Beyond initial implementation, they should offer ongoing support and advice, helping your business evolve and adapt the ERP system as it grows and its needs change. As the chemical manufacturing industry continues to evolve, embracing innovation and efficiency will be key to success. By leveraging modern ERP systems and implementing effective inventory management strategies, your organization can enhance operational efficiency, improve customer satisfaction, and maintain a competitive edge in a rapidly changing market. Ready to Take the Next Step? To ensure your chemical manufacturing company is equipped to navigate these challenges effectively, contact us for a complimentary Business Health Assessment with Net at Work.
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Transforming Construction Operations with the Right ERP
The construction industry is experiencing significant growth, as construction spending in the U.S. exceeded $2 trillion in 2024. As the industry continues to evolve in the face of ongoing challenges such as labor shortages and inflation, adopting a flexible, scalable Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system is crucial for managing complex construction projects efficiently. The right construction ERP can help streamline your operations, enhance collaboration, and provide real-time insights, which are essential for staying competitive. The Primary Benefits of Modern Construction ERP Systems Modern ERP systems offer several benefits for construction companies: Improved Project Management: Real-time visibility into project costs and timelines helps keep projects on track and within budget. Enhanced Collaboration: A single platform ensures that all stakeholders have access to the same information, reducing misunderstandings and improving project outcomes. Increased Efficiency: Automation of routine tasks and streamlined workflows lead to significant time savings and increased productivity. Key Considerations for Choosing an ERP for Construction When evaluating construction ERP solutions, construction company leaders should focus on several critical areas: Productivity and Functionality: The right ERP should enhance productivity by automating processes and providing intuitive interfaces. It must also offer comprehensive functionality to manage construction-specific tasks such as project management, job costing, and compliance management. Technology and Integration: The system should leverage modern technology for ease of use and customization. Integration with existing software tools is essential to avoid data silos and ensure seamless workflows. Value and Cost: The ERP should offer a low total cost of ownership and scalable pricing models that align with business growth. It should also provide predictable monthly costs and flexible deployment options. Risk Management: The system must ensure robust security measures to protect financial and operational data, minimizing risks associated with data breaches and system downtime. Role-Based ERP Solutions Role-based ERP solutions, such as Acumatica Construction Edition, are designed to empower different departments within a construction company by providing tailored dashboards and real-time data. This approach helps executives, project managers, and field staff make informed decisions and improve collaboration across the organization.   For example, construction executives can access business intelligence and analytics to set financial goals and analyze budgets, while project managers can track job costs, change orders, and budgets through role-based dashboards. Additionally, role-based security ensures that access is controlled, allowing each user to view only the information necessary for their role, enhancing data security and efficiency.  Acumatica provides a holistic view of the entire business from a single, connected platform. It supports various construction roles, including CFOs, COOs, CEOs, project managers, equipment managers, and more, each with unique responsibilities that can significantly impact the company’s success. By personalizing workflows and removing clutter from screens, employees can focus on critical tasks that drive growth, reduce costs, improve quality, and increase profits. This flexibility and customization allow construction businesses to adapt the system to their specific needs, ensuring that every team member has the tools required to excel in their role. Overcoming Barriers to ERP Adoption Implementing a new ERP system in the construction industry can face barriers such as resistance to change, inadequate training, and data migration complexities. To overcome these challenges, construction companies must adopt a strategic approach. Effective change management involves clear communication about the benefits of the new system and comprehensive training programs to ensure a smooth transition. It is also crucial to engage key stakeholders early in the process and prioritize integration with existing systems to avoid operational silos.  A thorough needs assessment and realistic implementation timeline are essential to address potential issues proactively. Partnering with experienced vendors who understand construction-specific workflows can help align customization with industry needs, reducing the risk of inefficiencies. Additionally, focusing on data quality and establishing robust governance practices ensures accurate migration and ongoing system performance. By addressing these challenges proactively, construction companies can successfully adopt ERP systems and achieve operational excellence. Net at Work Customer Story: HOJ Innovations HOJ Innovations, a wholesale materials handling company with seven facilities in Utah and Idaho, specializes in optimizing warehouse design and equipment handling for major retailers and startups alike. Founded in 1964, HOJ Innovations has grown significantly, generating annual revenues exceeding $75 million. However, they faced challenges with their outdated, heavily customized ERP system, which was no longer meeting their complex operational needs.  Chuck Archer, COO at HOJ Innovations, noted, “We’re a large, multifaceted organization, and what we wanted to accomplish is complex and requires an advanced skillset.” When looking to replace their previous ERP, they chose Acumatica for its robust, cloud-based platform and extensive core functionality, which allowed them to bring their diverse operations under one digital roof.   They chose Net at Work as their implementation partner after learning about them from another company because, as Archer stated,  “They have a reputation for being the best of the best. Once we met with them, we immediately recognized that Net at Work has the skillset, level of experience, and responsiveness we needed. They know what they’re doing.” Working with Net at Work, HOJ Innovations successfully implemented Acumatica, achieving a 50% reduction in monthly close time and a significant increase in their order-to-cash cycle. Addison Webster, CFO at HOJ Innovations, highlighted the benefits of working with Net at Work, stating, “The goal is to collect and use our business data to improve accountability, visibility, and efficiency. Net at Work operates with those same goals in mind.” Choosing the right ERP system is a critical decision for construction companies seeking to enhance operational efficiency and drive growth. By focusing on productivity, functionality, technology, value, and risk management, construction leaders can select an ERP that meets their unique needs.   Contact Net at Work today to receive a complimentary Business Health Assessment for your construction company. Further Reading: Acumatica: Cloud ERP for Construction Deloitte: Engineering and Construction Industry Outlook Net at Work: ERP for Construction Operations Net at Work: HOJ Innovations Case Study Net at Work: Modern ERP for Construction
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Unlocking Operational Efficiency in Healthcare with ERP Migration
Healthcare organizations face complicated challenges such as managing complex financial systems and ensuring regulatory compliance while maintaining high standards of patient care. Many of these organizations are surmounting these challenges with the help of a modern Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system, which can centralize operations and enhance efficiency across departments. What Do Modern Healthcare Organizations Need? Supporting modern healthcare practices requires expert knowledge of intricate processes. Often, these processes operate in silos, leading to inefficiencies and higher costs. Today’s ERPs are designed to streamline these operations and enable real-time decision-making, improve data security, and enhance collaboration across departments. However, implementing an ERP system for healthcare means considering common issues such as data cleanliness, lengthy implementations, and interoperability with legacy systems. Overcoming Common Challenges in Healthcare: A Path to Efficiency When healthcare organizations begin considering migrating to a new ERP, they’re typically motivated by multiple issues such as: Financial Planning and Analysis: Many healthcare organizations struggle with integrating financial planning and analysis with their accounting systems. This leads to inefficient budgeting and forecasting processes. Payroll and Financial Management Integration: Manual imports and journal entries are often used to connect payroll data with financial systems, resulting in time-consuming and error-prone processes. Supply Chain Management: Managing a complex supply chain without reliable tracking mechanisms can lead to financial risks and inefficiencies. Regulatory Compliance: Ensuring HIPAA compliance is crucial, yet many legacy systems lack the necessary security measures. “We definitely have some unique aspects to our operation. They showed us how Sage Intacct is agile and configurable enough to support us.”  Cara Numasaki, Controller, Hawaii Dental Service Key Benefits of Modern ERPs for Healthcare Practices Migrating to a modern healthcare ERP offers several key benefits: Integration and Interoperability: Modern ERPs integrate all aspects of healthcare operations, from supply chain management and human resources to patient care and billing, resulting in seamless data flow and eliminating duplication. This integration facilitates better collaboration across departments and enhances patient care by providing a unified view of patient data. Advanced Reporting and Analytics: Modern ERP systems provide real-time data analytics, enabling healthcare organizations to make informed decisions based on current operational and financial data. This capability helps in optimizing resource allocation, improving patient outcomes, and enhancing financial management. Improved Compliance and Security: Modern ERPs are designed with compliance in mind, offering features like audit trails, role-based access control, and encryption to meet strict regulations such as HIPAA. They also provide robust security measures to protect sensitive patient data, reducing the risk of breaches and maintaining patient trust. Enhanced Patient Care: By providing a comprehensive view of patient data and streamlining administrative tasks, modern ERPs enable healthcare providers to focus more on patient care. This leads to better patient outcomes and improved satisfaction. Innovation and Future-Proofing: Modern cloud-based ERP systems are more agile and adaptable to future challenges, allowing healthcare organizations to leverage advancements in AI and machine learning to improve operations and patient care. This future-proofing ensures that healthcare providers remain competitive and innovative in their operations. Sage Intacct and HIPAA Compliance: Ensuring Secure Healthcare Operations Sage Intacct, a true cloud ERP, supports compliance with HIPAA regulations through several key features and certifications. This ensures that healthcare organizations can securely manage protected health information (PHI) and electronic protected health information (ePHI). Advanced Audit Trail: Sage Intacct provides an advanced, automated audit trail that tracks every access and modification of records containing PHI. This feature logs all interactions, including who accessed the data, when, and through what means, supporting HIPAA’s requirement to monitor PHI access. Secure Data Storage: Sage Intacct securely stores PHI, ensuring that sensitive information is protected. Business Associate Agreement (BAA): Sage Intacct is willing to enter into a BAA with eligible healthcare organizations, outlining specific measures for data protection, breach notification procedures, and requirements for returning or destroying PHI after the agreement ends. Certifications and Compliance: Sage Intacct’s security safeguards have been certified as HIPAA- and HITECH-compliant by Avertium (formerly Sword & Shield), providing assurance that the system meets strict regulatory requirements. By leveraging these features and certifications, Sage Intacct provides a robust solution for healthcare organizations seeking to ensure HIPAA compliance while managing their financial operations effectively. Real-Life Success Stories: How Net at Work Transformed Healthcare Operations Net at Work has helped several healthcare organizations overcome these challenges by implementing a cloud-based ERP solution designed to meet the specific needs of the healthcare industry. Personal Healthcare: Streamlining Financial Management for Growth Personal Healthcare, a provider of senior care services, faced significant challenges as it expanded from one to eight nursing homes in just five years. Their legacy software failed to support paperless financial processes or provide transparency into revenues and expenses across different facilities. By migrating to an ERP with features specific to their needs, Personal Healthcare was able to streamline financial management, shorten its monthly close process from a week to just a day or two, and consolidate financials across entities instantaneously. Their new ERP also enabled the company to customize reports using key operational metrics, such as cost per patient per day, which is crucial for senior care facilities. Hawaii Dental Service: Achieving Efficiency with Cloud-Based ERP Hawaii Dental Service (HDS), a nonprofit dental benefits provider, had relied on a server-based ERP for its financial management. However, as the organization moved towards cloud-based solutions, HDS partnered with Net at Work to migrate to a customizable ERP. This transition was driven by the need for greater efficiency, improved budgeting processes, and simplified multi-company accounting tasks. With their new ERP, HDS achieved significant time savings in accounts payable processing and financial reporting, reducing manual workflows and enhancing real-time visibility into financial data. Unlocking the Full Potential of Sage Intacct for Healthcare In addition to supporting HIPAA compliance, Sage Intacct offers several benefits that make it an ideal choice for healthcare organizations: Multi-Entity Management: Healthcare organizations with multiple locations or entities can use Sage Intacct to consolidate financials, automate intercompany accounting, and enhance visibility into profitability by location or treatment. Real-Time Reporting: Sage Intacct provides real-time dashboards and reports, which can help healthcare organizations monitor performance metrics and make data-driven decisions. “Net at Work is fabulous, and they completed the conversion remotely, on time and on budget.” – Cara Numasaki, Controller, Hawaii Dental Service Whether your organization is facing challenges with financial planning, payroll integration, or supply chain management, migrating to a customizable, scalable ERP system can be transformative.   To explore how we can help address your organization’s specific needs, contact us to connect with a healthcare ERP expert and receive a complimentary Business Health Assessment. This assessment will help identify areas for improvement and provide a roadmap for implementing a tailored ERP solution that supports your growth and operational efficiency.  Further Reading Net at Work – Sage Intacct for Healthcare Accounting Net at Work – Streamlining Healthcare Accounting With Sage Intacct Sage Intacct Cloud Accounting and Financial Management Software Net at Work – Next Gen Cloud Financial Management for Healthcare ERP Net at Work – Healthcare Accounting Software Net at Work – Sage Intacct Cloud Accounting Software for Surgical Centers
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Tech for Food Producers and Related Organizations: How ERP Helps in Manufacturing
As a manufacturer in the food and beverage space, your organization has to work hard to stay competitive. Amid all the challenges facing modern manufacturers, including quality control, logistics management, and fast and accurate order fulfillment, you must deal with safety and compliance requirements aimed specifically at your sector. Dealing with all of these pressures is difficult, but there are ways to stay competitive. Perhaps the most direct way to help your business thrive is to choose the right technology platform for your needs. With a strong enterprise resource planning (ERP) acting as the beating heart of your food manufacturing company, you’re ready to cope with the many management challenges inherent to the food and beverage industry. Learning more about this technology will help you choose the perfect ERP for your needs, without wasting any time. What’s the Purpose of ERP in Manufacturing for Food Providers? As a manufacturing business, you need a centralized system to provide end-to-end visibility into your manufacturing processes, and to connect all functions, departments, and partners. This is naturally challenging, as there are countless moving parts and priorities to consider in the food space, from managing recipes to preventing waste of ingredients. ERP is this central hub, connecting everything from procurement, inventory management, and production planning to compliance, quality control, and customer relationship management. When you have a strong ERP in place, your employees don’t have to juggle a variety of disconnected software tools. They simply log in and get their work done. Not just any generic ERP will suffice for this role, however. Standard ERP solutions that haven’t been built with the food manufacturing industry in mind may be lacking key features or require modifications to get the job done. That’s why your job isn’t just to implement an ERP, but to implement the right ERP. What Everyday Challenges Can Food Manufacturers Address With ERP? The value of a new software tool can be measured by its ability to resolve common issues for its users. In the food and beverage space, the problems and challenges are well-known and demand a tech-driven response. These include: A need for quality assurance and compliance: Your brand must carefully manage and measure the quality of its products. This is true in terms of compliance with Food and Drug Administration (FDA) rules as well as the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA). Of course, these regulations are just the beginning — QA should use them as a starting point rather than an end goal. The visibility and traceability provided by a comprehensive food industry ERP are crucial factors. Supply chain oversight and recall capability: Visibility and traceability are also essential in case a recall is issued for your products. While it’s clearly ideal to never incur a recall in the first place, when one does occur, you need to be ready. Having clear traceability and reporting regarding your supply chain and partners means you can run a fast and efficient recall, affecting only the products that are truly impacted. A capable ERP system is also helpful in terms of universal manufacturing challenges like the need for inventory optimization, efficient logistics operations, and continuous improvement. The powerful connectivity of a modernized ERP system delivers value throughout your organization. Amid escalating recalls, see how the right ERP helps with FDA compliance and FSMA compliance. 12 Benefits of ERP in Food Manufacturing The value of a high-quality ERP system touches every corner of your food manufacturing operations. Some of these benefits are about managing the specific issues that come with the sector, while others are more general. Taken together, they represent a significant return on investment. With an effective food manufacturing ERP system, you can: 1. Maintain consistent recipes and formulas and manage changes. You need to keep a close watch on the consistency of the formulas and recipes you use in food and beverage production. Keeping the recipes accurate is essential for the quality of the finished products and, ultimately, your customers’ satisfaction. An ERP system that keeps recipes for the whole company is the key. Especially when you produce goods across multiple sites, you must have a centralized way to keep track of your formulas and to make sure any changes are applied consistently. Furthermore, if there’s ever a recall, you need exact traceability of which recipe was followed. That knowledge leads to efficient, quick recall management. 2. Trace supply chain movements. The food manufacturing supply chain consists of many levels of suppliers and producers, often dealing with perishable items that need careful oversight. Using ERP to provide centralized visibility enables effective tracking and timely delivery of either raw materials or finished goods. This improved level of supply chain oversight provides increased customer satisfaction and prevents waste. Effective supply chain management that begins at the raw materials level can prevent disruptions that could result in losses for your company and its partners. 3. Track expirations and manage shelf life. Managing the shelf life of both ingredients and products is an important money-saving practice for food manufacturers and distributors alike. Using a purpose-built food manufacturing ERP system allows you to track quality and freshness testing and keep your items at peak quality. By using testing protocols like pH, viscosity, temperature, and weight measurement, you can keep watch over each ingredient. Then, once those ingredients have become finished products, you can apply shelf life rules and alert criteria to ensure items never stay too long at warehouses or distribution centers. 4. Comply with FSMA and other FDA regulations. Staying on top of regulations like FSMA calls for clear, effective visibility traceability at every step of manufacturing and production. Purpose-built ERP technology provides these traits, allowing your business to stay compliant during day-to-day operations and provide proof when inspected. The element of automation is also important in compliance. Relying on fewer manual processes reduces the risk of mistakes, both in production and in record-keeping. A smooth, automated, and highly visible manufacturing process is ideally positioned for compliance. 5. Control product quality. As a supplement to recipe and formula management, your organization can use an ERP system to record quality specifications for recipes and ingredients. This ability to keep a centralized and visible database of standards and specifications ensures it’s easy to maintain high standards. Quality control matters for both compliance and customer service. Items made to carefully managed quality standards are well-positioned to comply with regulations and please your consumers. 6. Achieve better trade promotion management. Marketing your products to wholesalers or retailers is a complex process separate from the actual manufacturing of the items. ERP integration with trade promotion management (TPM) technology allows these two functions to sit side by side. With data from your ERP software fueling a TPM system, you can engage in: Volume forecasting. Financial forecasting. Trade budget management. Deduction. Settlement. 7. Enable continuous improvement Continuous improvement in the manufacturing industry depends on reliable, up-to-date data. With this information, you can ensure your operations are on track to steadily improve and target areas for attention, down to a highly granular level. Identifying non-conformance and acting on it is a way to enable continuous improvement. By detecting when quality doesn’t meet either industry or internal standards immediately, you can follow up quickly, make adjustments, and track the results. 8. Lower excess inventory and free up working capital. Inventory management is another area where up-to-date data can make all the difference. As long as your organization is aware of current levels, production capacity, and projected demand, you can minimize excess inventory. Improving inventory through high visibility and proactive management is a good way to run a more efficient and less wasteful organization. This can free up working capital, allowing you to apply that cash to other operations where it can have a greater impact. 9. Reduce forecasting time. The accuracy and speed of forecasts depend on the quality and availability of data from throughout your organization. Centralizing this data in an ERP can drastically reduce the time needed to create forecasts. Those projections in turn help you optimize other parts of your manufacturing process. Introducing a dose of automation into parts of the forecasting process such as data collection and management, a purpose-built ERP helps you become adept at understanding what’s coming next for your organization. 10. Improve fill rates. Managing inventory is about more than just keeping items on hand as long as possible. You want to ensure your items are at a sweet spot, where you don’t incur stockouts, meaning you run out of needed products. An ERP system with effective inventory management capabilities helps you precisely hit your targets, fulfilling orders and not encountering stockouts, while also avoiding the costs of excess inventory. 11. Manage active ingredient concentration. Carefully overseeing the potency of your food batches — the percentage presence of the active ingredient — has major implications for your business. Higher potencies generally equate to higher raw material costs, and recipes call for specific levels of potency. Calculating the perfect potency via manual processes is challenging and potentially imprecise, which makes this process a perfect candidate for automation via ERP. A food manufacturing ERP platform with the right tools for concentration management is key to ensuring quality while cutting costs and reducing waste. 12. Link to eCommerce systems. Whether you’re making business-to-business sales to retailers or selling directly to customers, eCommerce management is a complex area of your business. Linking your food manufacturing ERP to your eCommerce system is a way to provide a valuable source of data for your order management marketing and sales. With this type of ERP integration, your ERP software can still act as the single source of data truth for your business while you work to improve the performance of your B2B or B2C eCommerce efforts.   These advantages are yours when you use Sage X3, the purpose-built food manufacturing ERP available from Net@Work. Get deeper into the advantages of food manufacturing ERP with Sage X3 resources. How Do You Choose and Implement ERP in Manufacturing? Unlocking all the benefits of manufacturing ERP is only possible when you choose an effective solution for your specific needs. Rather than just settling for any system and provider, you should make sure you select technology that can serve as a key piece of your tech ecosystem for years to come. Here’s what you should ask during the selection process: What Defines a Good ERP System in Manufacturing? There are a few marks of a suitable technology tool for your needs. The first is suitability for your industry. A generic ERP solution that would require excessive modification to suit your day-to-day needs as a food manufacturing company can’t compete with one that is effective from day one. Furthermore, you should make sure your technology provider offers a helpful and supportive experience both during implementation and on an ongoing basis. This level of partnership can help you make the most of the technology. What Does the ERP Implementation Process Look Like? ERP implementation requires integration with your other applicable systems — this ensures that the platform can live up to its potential as a central hub for data. You should also ensure every user is trained on the new system — low uptake rates or a failure to understand the system’s features can limit effectiveness. What Are Some Potential ERP Implementation Challenges? Potential issues with ERP implementation include: Choosing a system that can’t grow alongside your business and will require replacement within a few years. Picking a solution that requires expensive or time-consuming alterations to suit your industry’s needs. Failing to train your team on the new system and achieve high usage rates. Neglecting to integrate the ERP with your other enterprise software. Working with an ERP provider that won’t support you or offer effective customer service. Now that you’re aware of what you’re looking for in an ERP solution, you can learn more about Sage X3, a next-generation ERP for the food manufacturing space. Ready To Get Started With a New Manufacturing ERP? Unifying your food and beverage manufacturing processes around the right ERP system is a leading way to digitize your everyday operations, boost operational efficiency, and stay competitive. From compliance to inventory to eCommerce, every element of your business runs through this type of system. Sage X3, designed for the food and beverage industry and overseen by the supportive, experienced Net at Work team, is your ideal choice. Contact an expert and learn more about ERP for food and beverage manufacturing.