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Managing cost, quality and traceability in fabricated metals manufacturing

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

The Asia-Pacific region has one of the largest number of fabricated metals manufacturers in the world. Cost efficiency, quality management and traceability are major issues for companies in this region. Many governments are also offering incentives for manufacturers to invest in energy-efficient solutions.

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Best Logistics Management Software: Everything You Need to Know Before Making a Purchase Decision

ThroughPut

That is why logistics management software (LMS) is so much more today than what it used to be. In this blog, we’ll tell you what the evolution of a LMS has been and what you should look for while choosing the best Logistics Management Software. What is Logistics Management Software And How Does It Work ?

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What Are the Differences Between Procurement and Purchasing in Manufacturing?

OptiProERP

Acquiring goods from vendors and suppliers is one of the critical and routine tasks for manufacturers. Procurement and purchasing are terms interchangeably used in manufacturing but are distinct activities. In this blog, we will see how purchasing and procurement differ. Steps in the Procurement Process 1.

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Ways Food and Beverage can Build Resilience with Supply Chain Optimization Software

Logility

From harvest to hands, the food & beverage (F&B) industry leaves no room for guesswork, especially without supply chain optimization software. Otherwise, inventory positions can become misaligned, leading to suboptimal revenue generation and needless waste. The time is ripe to move forward with supply chain transformation.

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People in Manufacturing: Procurement

QAD

Procurement, also sometimes known as purchasing, is the group responsible for acquiring components, services, and other materials to manufacture a company’s products and to keep the operation running. But corporate procurement isn’t quite as simple as placing an order on Amazon or another web marketplace.

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25 Lean Manufacturing Tools – 5S, Six Sigma & Beyond

Unleashed

Many manufacturers use lean methods to cut costs and improve efficiencies in their business. But ‘lean’ is a very broad concept and the ways that manufacturers ‘go lean’ vary considerably. Here we look at the most common tools and techniques used to bring the advantages of lean into the modern manufacturing workplace.

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Top 5 KPIs for Purchasing Managers

Precoro

The purchasing department plays a critical role in the success of an organization. Thought-out practices and well-managed workflows within the purchasing department are crucial for making sure that the company has the necessary resources available at the right time and at a reasonable cost.