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Laser Precision finds the ideal mix of bedrock ERP functionality and process adaptability in OmegaCube ERP
Technology Category
- Functional Applications - Enterprise Resource Planning Systems (ERP)
- Application Infrastructure & Middleware - Data Exchange & Integration
Applicable Industries
- Agriculture
Applicable Functions
- Process Manufacturing
- Business Operation
- Quality Assurance
Use Cases
- Predictive Maintenance
- Process Control & Optimization
- Inventory Management
- Supply Chain Visibility
Services
- System Integration
- Software Design & Engineering Services
The Challenge
Laser Precision, LLC faced several challenges in their hybrid job-shop and repetitive production environment. They needed to automate key processes and ensure flexibility while maintaining real-time visibility into their operations. The dynamic nature of their business required real-time communication of customer requirements to the production floor. Additionally, they needed to integrate EDI with scheduling to optimize material usage and control costs. The company also faced the challenge of managing a dynamic business environment with frequent changes in demand schedules and unplanned orders.
About The Customer
Laser Precision, LLC is a manufacturer of precision metal products based in Libertyville, Illinois. The company serves a diverse range of industries, including agricultural and medical equipment. With 30-40 active customers at any given time, Laser Precision operates fundamentally as a job shop. They produce approximately 4,500 different parts for their largest customer, a large integrated agricultural equipment OEM. The business is segmented into transactional business, which involves unplanned, short-run jobs, and program business, which is repetitive production based on established orders and delivery schedules. The company has experienced significant growth, with a 300% increase in business over the past year without adding any administrative staff.
The Solution
Laser Precision implemented OmegaCube ERP, a flexible and fully integrated solution designed for small and midsize businesses. The ERP system was chosen for its ability to adapt to Laser Precision's unique processes rather than requiring the company to conform to the system. OmegaCube ERP provided a range of standard functionalities along with custom functionalities developed specifically for Laser Precision. The solution enabled real-time updates to work center schedules, ensuring that employees were always working on the most critical demand schedules. The integration of EDI with scheduling allowed for automated management of the dynamic 52-week scheduling window, eliminating the need for manual updates. OmegaCube ERP also facilitated the optimization of raw materials by integrating demand schedules with the nesting system.
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