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
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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
Calculate Average Cost in Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central
Sometimes, our customers want to know how Business Central calculates an item’s average cost. We provide a simple example to illustrate how this calculation is applied to inventory. Microsoft explains how it calculates Average Cost as follows: The calculated average cost is then applied to the inventory decreases for the item (or item, location, and… Continue reading Calculate Average Cost in Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central
How to Initialize Production WIP for a New Business Central Implementation
A common issue when getting a client ready to go live in Business Central is Production Work in Progress (WIP). Normally, we ask the client to complete all in-process Production Orders because it can be difficult to account for open transactions. The process below describes a proven method for setting initial WIP balances on Released… Continue reading How to Initialize Production WIP for a New Business Central Implementation
Understanding the Planning Parameters in Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central: Additional Settings
Previously, we discussed Business Central’s reordering options (Order, Lot-for-Lot, Fixed Reorder Quantity, and Max Reorder Quantity). We also discussed several general planning parameters in Business Central that apply to your reordering policies. Business Central offers additional settings that apply to specific planning and reordering situations: Lot-for-Lot Parameters Lot-for-lot is a reordering policy that replaces the… Continue reading Understanding the Planning Parameters in Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central: Additional Settings