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Aras Enterprise Open Source PLM Resonates with Amtech Electrocircuits
Technology Category
- Application Infrastructure & Middleware - Data Exchange & Integration
- Functional Applications - Product Lifecycle Management Systems (PLM)
- Platform as a Service (PaaS) - Data Management Platforms
Applicable Industries
- Automotive
Applicable Functions
- Business Operation
- Product Research & Development
- Quality Assurance
Use Cases
- Inventory Management
- Process Control & Optimization
Services
- Cloud Planning, Design & Implementation Services
- Software Design & Engineering Services
- System Integration
The Challenge
Amtech Electrocircuits faced the challenge of managing both direct and indirect costs in a highly complex and custom environment. The company needed to optimize purchasing, balance inventory levels, and maximize process yield while tracking and managing customer requirements. Additionally, they had to ensure compliance with standards like ISO 9000, APQP, and FMEA. The complexity was further compounded by the need to manage multiple Approved Manufacturer Lists (AMLs) for different customers, which required careful planning and sourcing to avoid excess inventory and maintain economies of scale.
About The Customer
Amtech Electrocircuits is a growing provider of electronic innovation support and electronics manufacturing services. Founded in 1996 by an immigrant from India, the company is still family-owned and led by sons Dev and Jay Patel. Amtech serves leading companies in various industries, including automotive, industrial, high technology, medical devices, and aerospace and defense. The company is committed to quality, service, and efficiency, as evidenced by its ISO 9000 certification and ongoing process optimization initiatives. Amtech places a high value on customer service, communication, and responsiveness, aiming to provide the best possible pricing and quality for its customers.
The Solution
To address these challenges, Amtech Electrocircuits implemented the Aras Innovator Solution Suite, an enterprise open-source PLM system. The company chose Aras for its flexibility, openness, and web-based nature, which aligned with Amtech's heavy use of web applications. The PLM system helped Amtech manage the Bill of Materials (BOM) and decrease cycle times for new product introductions from 2-3 weeks to 2-3 days. Additionally, Amtech integrated Aras PLM with their custom MRP system, UnifyMRP, and their ERP system, creating a seamless '1-2-3 Punch' for managing processes and data. This integration allowed Amtech to optimize purchasing, balance inventory levels, and maximize process yield while maintaining high quality and compliance standards.
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