Category: Manufacturing

Understanding the Order Reordering Policy in Microsoft Dynamics NAV

We are given the following choices for Item Reordering Policy in Dynamics NAV. The choice affects how the Planning Worksheet (MRP) plans for replenishment of the item. Blank Fixed Order Quantity Maximum Quantity Order Lot-for-Lot Figure 1 – List of choices defining how the Planning Worksheet (MRP) plans for replenishment of an item If we… Continue reading Understanding the Order Reordering Policy in Microsoft Dynamics NAV

Microsoft Dynamics NAV Manufacturing Balance Sheets

We frequently encounter clients with an unexpected Manufacturing WIP Balance. In some cases, the WIP balance is below zero. In the screen shot below, we can see that the WIP account has a negative balance, which in the real world we know cannot be true. Figure 1 – WIP account shows a negative balance, reflecting… Continue reading Microsoft Dynamics NAV Manufacturing Balance Sheets

The Cost of Legacy Systems or “If it Ain’t Broke, Don’t Fix It”

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As the technologically based world of today becomes increasingly more invested in IT, manufacturers’ costs in this area continue to rise. One of the largest segments of this investment is the cost of maintaining legacy systems. For those manufacturers who have not yet made the transition to a state-of-the-art ERP system, you may be burning… Continue reading The Cost of Legacy Systems or “If it Ain’t Broke, Don’t Fix It”

Saving Dollars through Data Automation in Manufacturing and Distribution

When trying to reduce costs, manufacturers and distributors often find that there is no one-size-fits-all solution. In order to successfully reduce costs, you must create a strategy based on several economic and infrastructural factors, including the industry, location, and business model of the company. Even when the economy is in full bloom, some industries struggle… Continue reading Saving Dollars through Data Automation in Manufacturing and Distribution

The Difference Between MRP and MPS

I was recently asked to discuss the difference between MRP and MPS. After providing the explanation, I thought it would be helpful information to share in a blog: MPS stands for Master Production Schedule. A Master Production Schedule is the virtually exact same thing as MRP (Material Requirements Planning), the calculations are exactly the same,… Continue reading The Difference Between MRP and MPS

Winning Manufacturers: What Are They Doing That You Are Not? (Part 2)

In our last blog post, we addressed three prime examples of manufacturers who are winning the race by implementing some innovative automation and integration techniques. Here are three more from our eBook: Mobile Accessibility – As with many long-established companies, an auto parts manufacturer was getting by with an aging accounting solution, homegrown Materials Resource… Continue reading Winning Manufacturers: What Are They Doing That You Are Not? (Part 2)

Winning Manufacturers: What Are They Doing That You Are Not? (Part 1)

If you can learn from example and implement certain guidelines, the risks aren’t as high and you create a stable work environment along the way. This, in part, is what inspired us to include examples in “How Today’s Manufacturers are Taking Control of Materials, Inventory, and Manufacturing Costs from Order to Delivery.” Here are 3… Continue reading Winning Manufacturers: What Are They Doing That You Are Not? (Part 1)