How can one detect if manufacturing ERP software is truly a cloud-based solution?
Here are some simple ways to find out:
- the manufacturing software should provide full integration so that connecting the applications in current use with the new system is easily possible. If this feature is lacking, then it is not a true cloud solution.
- The manufacturing ERP vendor you choose must be able to protect the company data. As the latest Acumatica Whitepaper states, “Your vendor must protect your data in a data center that meets the highest data and access security requirements. It should be a large, well-known facility that has the necessary resources for load balancing, backup and recovery, and security.”
- Although Mobile devices can quickly seize new business opportunities and provide speedy access to all the information, as well as drive security, speed, and personalization, they do not have the ability to track all the information in real time. This becomes a huddle for remote staff, field service representatives, and employees working from home. Providing this real-time visibility is one important characteristic of a true cloud-based manufacturing ERP.
- Cloud solutions enhance manufacturing productivity by delivering powerful functionality with industry-specific features, including bill of material software, production planning and control, and more. Broad and deep functional requirements drive the technical foundation of software (e.g. building in document management, engineering the application for growth, and using Microsoft tools and AWS). Dated technology cannot be modified for true cloud capabilities.
- Fake cloud software update itself like true cloud software as true vendors have adapted their manufacturing ERP software by hosting it on the internet.
Brewing Company Chooses Acumatica Manufacturing Edition, Accelerates Growth
“We were looking for a cloud-based solution that was able to handle the full financial and inventory capability we require,” says Derek Szabo, the Managing Director at Devil’s Peak Brewing Company (DPBC).
DPBC has been brewing American, Belgian, and English-style ales for their South African consumer base since 2012. Their focus is producing high-quality, exceptional beer backed by effort, craftsmanship, and passion. As they grew, so did their supply chain and their operating system requirements.
Their need for an end-to-end ERP system led them to Acumatica cloud ERP. DPBC implemented Acumatica Manufacturing Edition, fully integrating with Acumatica Financial Management, Customer Management, Distribution Edition, Field Services Edition, and Project Accounting.
They have felt fully supported by Acumatica and have confidence that Acumatica’s cloud ERP software will definitely scale with them as they add new regions and products.
“I would definitely recommend Acumatica to other businesses. It covers the full ERP functionality, it integrates with other products well, and it’s cost effective,” Derek says.
DPBC’s experience with true cloud manufacturing software is indicative of what one can experience if Acumatica is selected it for business. A cloud-based ERP for manufacturing can make life easier but choosing a fake cloud solution can be detrimental to the success of any manufacturing business. Acumatica ensures that the facts are clearly stated before making the cloud manufacturing ERP software choice and considering Acumatica Manufacturing Edition a viable, true cloud option.
Acumatica Manufacturing Edition seamlessly integrates manufacturing, inventory management, and accounting processes. It’s a complete, adaptable, and flexible manufacturing control and planning system and provides real-time access to every facet of the business.
Contact team ASC for your Acumatica Manufacturing Edition today.