A distributor that does light assembly for manufacturing goods has become, at least in part, a job shop. Whether or not the distributor sees itself this way, it nonetheless faces many of the same production management and accounting challenges as a job shop. However, few solutions are available for light assembly manufacturing that tackle issues such as coordinating labor, machines, and inventory process for the entire business. Nor do they do very well at identifying cost-saving opportunities.
Light manufacturing is most often associated with batches, or discrete production runs for industries such as apparel, home accessories, food, artificial plants, jewelry, instruments, computers and electronic devices. It can be a lot to keep up with, so distributors are increasingly turning to solutions like Acumatica’s Light Manufacturing Module (LM). This easy-to-use light manufacturing solution manages assembly, reduces errors, increases productivity and streamlines operations in an adaptable, low-cost module.
Manage Assembly
Acumatica’s Light Manufacturing Module provides a low-cost solution to managing assembly. The software auto-generates work order documentation. This way, sales orders automatically create work orders if the finished good is not in stock with multiple quantity support. The module also automatically places assembly items into “finished goods” stock and creates pick tickets for their order fulfillment.
The Light Manufacturing Module supports bundles that include multiple SKUs and organizes bundled items with the work order and assembly documentation necessary for order fulfillment. The module integrates with the Kensium Stock Item Extension (SIE) module and the Acumatica eCommerce Edition. The SIE tool supports the Magento eCommerce platform for items “assembled” online. The LM module processes the order in Acumatica for fulfillment.
Reduce Errors and Increase Productivity
Errors in light manufacturing can be costly. By automatically replenishing hard allocates for raw materials to multiple item bundles for specific sales orders, errors are reduced because replenishments assure the correct items are purchased to meet demand. The LM module replaces Excel spreadsheets and provides Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) controls assembly operations within a single database. Having the correct tools to assure product availability meets demand eliminates duplicated data entries regarding item availability and purchase orders.
Streamline Operations
Light Manufacturing Module’s automated processes enable business owners to run their operations more efficiently. Control workflows from order through assembly to order fulfillment. Promote collaboration with inclusive user licensing. The LM Module can be accessed from any device anywhere, including mobile devices—leading to more effective and convenient operations management.
Acumatica’s Light Assembly Module can accelerate business performance by allowing managers to make smarter decisions through automated processes, along with real-time data collection, financial analysis and forecasting. The system is adaptable and will scale as a business grows. The module can be deployed in-house or in private or public clouds. The solution can easily be configured to fit any business needs and can extend to solutions and applications beyond ERP. Capabilities such as Customer Relationship Management (CRM) or data visualization can be added at any time.
To learn more about our Acumatica ISV Solutions or how Acumatica’s Job Shop Manufacturing Software can help your job shop management, contact us for a demo and free consultation.