Following are some of the major benefits a mixed-mode ERP system can offer:
elimination of duplicate data entry
a Web portal or executive dashboard that displays accurate, real-time data on key costs and trends, in a concise, graphical format
a common user interface and a single set of processing goals to reduce training costs and to smooth IT operations
a phased implementation rather than a single implementation, which means that not all legacy systems require implementation, thus resulting in a smoother transition
the ability to support both discrete and process manufacturing modes
Vendor Solutions for a Mixed-mode Environment
An organization's decision-makers must be educated about the software applications and their key features in order to make the right choice. Each of the five major ERP vendors mentioned below can address the needs of both large-scale and small to medium size businesses with its software packages. Listed are the types of packages these vendors offer, including key features and functionality.
1. Lawson Process Manufacturing
Based in Saint Paul, Minnesota (US), Lawson Software has 40 offices worldwide. The vendor's software system has received broad industry acceptance, and features standard product functionality, along with a few interesting features. Lawson Process Manufacturing
supports mixed-mode, discrete, and process manufacturing environments
supports service-oriented architecture (SOA)
offers a fully integrated suite of modules that can be integrated either individually or separately
2. Infor ERP XA
Infor one of the world's largest providers of business software, is based in Atlanta, Georgia (US). The vendor has acquired and developed ERP systems to serve both discrete and process manufacturing. Infor ERP XA
supports mixed-mode, discrete, and process manufacturing environments
integrates with shop floor services and the supply chain to aid material supply, distribution, warehousing, and freight management
supports SOA
links to radio frequency identification (RFID) and transportation management systems (TMSs)
supports lean manufacturing
3. SAP
SAP,headquartered in Walldorf (Germany), has applied a great deal of its research on process industries into its product offerings. SAP's software packages
support mixed-mode manufacturing environments
offer easier integration through merged companies
receive maintenance and support directly from SAP
4. Epicor Vantage
An Irvine, California (US)-based firm established in 1984, Epicor serves the mid-market, with over 20,000 installations globally. An integrated, out-of-the-box solution, Epicor Vantage
offers integrated workflow processes that work collaboratively across modules
supports paperless transactions as well as SOA
provides a built-in project management feature as part of its planning and scheduling module
features vendor portals (from its eBusiness Suite), which enable vendors to manage issues
5. JD Edwards by oracal
JD Edwards Enterprise One (formerly PeopleSoft) is a suite of modular, pre-integrated, industry-specific business applications designed on a pure Internet architecture. It is suited for organizations that manufacture, construct, distribute, service, or manage products or physical assets. JD Edwards Enterprise One
offers an integrated modular approach
provides manufacturing management dashboards with real-time metrics on key performance indicators (KPIs)
features rapid deployment
supports global installation based on localized versions of software available
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