SYSPRO streamlines build-to-order process

K3 Business Technology's SYSPRO ERP report-writing capability gives build-to-order manufacturers the planning and scheduling tools they need to maximise efficiency and meet different customer needs.
For example, Boss Design, a UK manufacturer of contract seating, is using SYSPRO's report-writing functionality to revolutionise its shop-floor planning.
This has reduced lead times and wastage.
SYSPRO automatically produces a dispatch log detailing which orders are to be dispatched and on which day.
Working back from this data, the planning reports and work-too lists are produced, which schedules work so that final assembly occurs just one-to-two days prior to an order's dispatch.
With the ability to plan, Boss Design is now moving towards a general four-week lead time, although some standard products do have a two-week turnaround.
The group has also introduced a rapid response, seven-day delivery for key customers.
This is based around another SYSPRO-generated report, which instead of working out dispatch based on geography, works to delivery date; from this, report planners prioritise these orders through production.
Virginia Seaward, head of operations at Boss Design, said: 'By almost eliminating order mistakes and combining this with vastly improved visibility of demand and the ability to effectively schedule work, we have seen lead times come down, there is much less waste - both in terms of manpower and material - and improved customer service is constantly improving, all while still achieving massive growth.'.
About K3 Business Technology Group
K3 Business Technology Group employs 90 people at its Manchester head office and its branches throughout the UK and Ireland. The company offers solutions in enterprise resource planning (ERP), customer relationship management, advanced planning and scheduling, warehouse management, human resources and e-business. SYSPRO is used by some 14,000 sites across the world. K3 Business Technology Group is part of K3 Business Technology PLC which is a global leader in providing next-generation Enterprise Software for businesses in the retail, manufacturing and distribution sectors. With more than 3,000 customer installations in over 30 countries, K3 is recognised as a safe, innovative and reliable provider of world-class solutions, backed by world-class service.
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