7 Ways Job Shops Benefit from Acumatica’s Light Manufacturing Module

Acumatica Cloud ERP software has been a staple for continuous manufacturing operations. Now, with Acumatica’s Light Manufacturing (LM) module, job shops can realize some of the same benefits. Job shops have not traditionally been a great fit for ERP, because of small production runs, variations in product configuration, a high level of order customization and so forth. Advanced Solutions & Consulting has solved these problems.

Here are seven ways that job shops benefit from Acumatica LM.

1. Manage Assembly with a Low-Cost Model

Acumatica LM provides job shops, as well as distributors who have light assembly needs, with a low-cost, low overhead way to manage assembly operations. For example, the module provides cost roll-up reports that give managers valuable margin analysis data. This way, they can easily assess a product’s cost and value, a task that can be challenging in a highly variable job shop environment.

2. Replace Excel Spreadsheets

The Light Manufacturing Module provides ERP controls for assembly operations within a single database. This approach eliminates the need for multiple Excel spreadsheets. A single database eliminates duplicated data entries concerning item availability and purchase orders. The module also provides tools to ensure products are available to meet demand.

3. Reduce Errors and Increase Productivity with Auto Replenishment

Each job’s Bill of Materials (BOM) connects with an auto-replenishment feature within LM that allocates hard materials to the BOM. The manufacturer can then make accurate purchases for each sales order and its corresponding BOM—avoiding over- or under-purchasing. Automating the process avoids costly errors.

4. Bundle Multiple Items into a Single SKU

LM organizes material items into a version-controlled BOM. This is particularly helpful for distributrors who may need to pull a variety of sub-SKUs and assemble them into a single product for sale. The LM approach can include stock and non-stock (i.e., labor) items. The LM module queries Acumatica inventory balances and automatically creates purchase orders to fulfill material requirements for assembly.

5. Auto Generation of Work Order Documentation and Completion

LM supports job shops by auto-generating work order documentation. The process includes automically creating pick tickets to streamline order fulfillment as well as automatically placing assembled items into the stock of finished goods. Sales orders lead to automated work order creation if the finished good is not in stock.

6. Support for eCommerce

The LM module captures and organizes bundled items for assembly, including multiple SKUs with work order and assembly documentation. The module integrates with the Kensium Stock Item Extension and supports the Magneto eCommerce platform for items ‘assembled’ online.

7. Streamlined Operations with an Adaptable Solution

By automating processes, controlling workflows, and providing the ability to access the system from anywhere on any device, LM enables your business to be more efficient in operations management. LM can easily be configured to fit your specific business needs, easily extending to other solutions beyond ERP. LM can be deployed in-house or in a private or public cloud.

To learn more about how Acumatica’s Job Shop Manufacturing Software can help your job shop management, contact us for a demo and free consultation.