GOALS

• Reduce operational costs by identifying areas of waste, optimizing inventory levels, and improving production efficiency
• Implement a robust quality management system to ensure compliance with industry regulations and customer specifications, reducing scrap and rework
• Gain real-time insights into key performance indicators (KPIs) like on-time delivery, production costs, and inventory turnover to make data-driven decisions and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Frustrations

• Managing a large and complex bill of materials (BOM) with many components, leading to difficulties in tracking inventory and ensuring accurate production orders
• Spending excessive time on manual data entry and reconciliation across different departments, leading to inefficiencies and potential for errors
• Difficulty in generating comprehensive reports and analytics from existing systems, hindering her ability to identify areas for improvement and track the impact of operational changes.

GOALS

• Increase profitability by improving production efficiency, reducing costs, and optimizing pricing strategies based on accurate job costing
• Expand business into new markets and take on larger, more complex projects with confidence, knowing their systems can handle the increased volume and complexity
• Foster a data-driven culture within the organization, empowering employees at all levels with real-time information to make informed decisions and contribute to overall business success.

Frustrations

• Lack of integration between different business functions (sales, production, inventory, accounting), leading to data silos and difficulty in getting a holistic view of the business
• Relying on outdated and cumbersome software solutions that are not designed for the specific needs of custom manufacturers, leading to inefficiencies and limitations in growth
• Difficulty in attracting and retaining skilled employees due to the lack of modern technology and digital tools, hindering their ability to compete in a competitive job market.