MES vs MOM: Understanding the Key Differences

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MES vs MOM The term MES (Manufacturing Execution System) was first used by analysts in the 1990s to describe a category of software that defined a system that tracks and monitors the production of manufactured goods on a factory floor. A decade later the term MOM (Manufacturing Operations Management) replaced MES to refer to a […]

ERP Strategies for Manufacturers

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Throughout 2024, manufacturers were on a high-speed journey packed with technological advancements. That pace is set to continue in 2025 as ERP systems continue to transform the way manufacturers operate. An ERP strategy to optimize the potential of the innovations on offer is critical for manufacturers across the globe. The following five evolving tech trends […]

Future-Proof Your Manufacturing Business With ERP

Future-Proof Your Manufacturing Business With ERP

Factories have changed hugely in the past 50 years. Advances in automation, sensors, analytics, and other technologies have made significant changes in manufacturing. A modern manufacturing ERP system will make use of these technologies so that their benefits can be realized. Two major transformational changes have occurred in manufacturing. The smart factoryThe smart factory represents […]

How Food & Beverage Manufacturers Can Optimize Production with an ERP System

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The food and beverage industry is a dynamic, ever-evolving sector in which manufacturers are continuously seeking ways to optimize production and reduce costs in the face of shifting consumer demand and preferences. With the added challenges of increasingly complex supply chains and evolving regulations, food and beverage manufacturers are grappling with a range of challenges […]

Must-Know: Top 5 Trends and Opportunities for Complex Manufacturers in 2025

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The last few years were challenging for manufacturers everywhere, to say the least. After navigating a multitude of supply chain and labor gap issues, every manufacturing company is looking for solutions to build a more resilient business operation. To understand these challenges and how manufacturers are overcoming them, SYSPRO partnered with Frost & Sullivan to […]

ERP for Compliance and Traceability in Regulated Industries

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Companies in regulated industries, like pharmaceuticals, food and beverages, and electronics, have a swathe of compliance regulations they need to adhere to. From the factory floor, to the warehouse, and other departments, there are regulations that need to be followed, monitored and tracked so that reporting and other requirements are observed. In many cases, compliance […]

How Discrete Manufacturing ERP optimizes every step of production

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Discrete manufacturing ERP software provides an integrated solution with the tools to help discrete manufacturers plan, execute and control production. It assists in addressing the challenges of high and low production environments, and achieving high levels of efficiency and profitability in the manufacture and assembly of components and finished products. What is discrete manufacturing? Discrete […]

How to select the right ERP software for manufacturers

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Selecting the right ERP software for manufacturers is critical Choosing the right ERP software for manufacturers to meet specific requirements is no easy task. The options can be overwhelming and the decision is crucial, as an ERP system is the core of a manufacturer’s IT infrastructure. It is key to digital transformation and has a […]

Production ERP software for cost-effective manufacturing

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Production is a complex set of interdependent items and processes that work together. With manufacturing getting increasingly competitive and with margins reducing, manufacturers are looking at ways to improve efficiency and productivity while reducing costs. Implementing ERP to ensure established methodologies and practices are followed can significantly improve productivity and efficiencies, while reducing waste, manufacturing […]

The benefits of ERP for financial management

Manufacturers need better Financial Management systems Gone are the days when basic accounting packages or spreadsheets sufficed for tracking financial data in manufacturing. Those are entry-level financial solutions that cannot scale as the company grows, nor can they help manage various departments, such as order management, the shop floor, or warehousing and inventory. Manufacturing companies […]