Cost transparency and accurate pricing decisions are fundamental to profitable business operations. Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central’s Cost Shares action provides powerful insights into item cost structures, enabling businesses to make informed decisions about pricing, profitability, and cost management. What the Cost Shares report does The Cost Shares action is a powerful analytical tool accessible… Continue reading Business Central: Leveraging the Cost Shares Action for Better Item Management
Category: Manufacturing
Supply Planning in Business Central for Modern Manufacturers, Distributors, and Retailers
Maintaining the delicate balance between supply and demand is a challenge. Overstocking ties up capital and warehouse space; understocking leads to missed sales, unhappy customers, and strained supplier relationships. Whether you’re a manufacturer managing raw materials, a distributor coordinating product movement, or a retailer planning seasonal inventory, Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central’s supply planning tools… Continue reading Supply Planning in Business Central for Modern Manufacturers, Distributors, and Retailers
Using Business Central to Solve the Inventory Puzzle for Manufacturers
For many manufacturers, inventory is both the lifeblood of the operation and one of its biggest headaches. Balancing supply with demand, avoiding costly stockouts or overages, and tracking fast-moving items across multiple locations can feel like solving a puzzle with missing pieces. Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central can help. As a comprehensive, cloud-based ERP solution,… Continue reading Using Business Central to Solve the Inventory Puzzle for Manufacturers
Managing Scrap Effectively in Manufacturing with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central
Scrap is an unavoidable reality in manufacturing. Whether it’s material waste, defective outputs, or inefficiencies during production, scrap needs to be carefully tracked and accounted for. Properly managing scrap helps manufacturers improve costing accuracy, plan more effectively, and uncover opportunities for process improvements. Traditionally, scrap can occur at two stages: input scrap—loss or wastage of… Continue reading Managing Scrap Effectively in Manufacturing with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central
8 Winning Strategies for Technology Adoption Among High-Performing Manufacturers
Technology is a fundamental enabler of agility and growth. Yet adopting new technologies in manufacturing remains a difficult journey. Pressures from global competition, shifting labor dynamics, rising costs, and increasingly complex supply chains are forcing manufacturers to rethink whether to introduce new technology into their companies. Resistance to change, moving off old legacy systems, gaps… Continue reading 8 Winning Strategies for Technology Adoption Among High-Performing Manufacturers
Electronic Data Interchange (EDI): What Is It and Why Does It Fail?
Manufacturing and distribution companies rely on Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) to streamline business-to-business communication. For companies working with major retailers like Walmart, Amazon, or Target, EDI isn’t optional—it’s a requirement. But while EDI promises automation and efficiency, many companies are frustrated by failed transmissions, costly chargebacks, and missing payments. Why does this happen? What is… Continue reading Electronic Data Interchange (EDI): What Is It and Why Does It Fail?
Managing Tariffs and Duty Drawbacks in Business Central
The subject of tariffs has taken on increasing importance in the past few weeks with new proposed tariffs on imports from Canada, Mexico, and China, along with retaliatory actions being imposed by these countries. These actions will likely affect virtually every US industry in some way and can impact global trade in general. As a… Continue reading Managing Tariffs and Duty Drawbacks in Business Central
Transformation at Phillip Jeffries: A Success Story with ArcherPoint
In the ever-evolving world of information technology, finding the right partner can make all the difference. At Phillip Jeffries, a leading wall-covering importer, manufacturer, and distributor based in Fairfield, New Jersey, the journey to IT excellence has been nothing short of transformative. Join us as we delve into the experiences of Lars Anderson, Vice President… Continue reading Transformation at Phillip Jeffries: A Success Story with ArcherPoint
Enhancing Warehouse Efficiency with Hand Scanners and Tablets
In today’s fast-paced warehouse environments, efficiency and accuracy are paramount. Hand scanners and tablets have become essential tools for streamlining operations and ensuring seamless workflows. In our latest video, we sat down with Mark Hamlin from Insight Works to discuss the key considerations when selecting hand scanners and tablets for your warehouse. Below, we summarize… Continue reading Enhancing Warehouse Efficiency with Hand Scanners and Tablets
The 7 Top Smart Manufacturing Trends to Watch in 2025
Smart manufacturing, a concept that integrates advanced technologies with traditional manufacturing processes, is becoming increasingly critical for companies aiming to stay competitive and efficient. As we move into 2025, several trends are shaping the future of this sector, offering businesses new opportunities to optimize operations, reduce costs, and deliver superior products. Here are the top… Continue reading The 7 Top Smart Manufacturing Trends to Watch in 2025