Manufacturing business software was developed for the manufacturing business. While such a statement may seem rather self-evident, the larger point is certainly worth considering. Many manufacturing companies use enterprise resource planning (ERP) programs that were designed for general business use. While such systems may be made to function in a successful manner, their overall performance will always rank second to programs specific to the manufacturing industry.

M1 ERP software from Bowen & Groves is one of the most popular and impressive pieces of manufacturing business software. This application contains modules for a number of common business tasks, such as accounting, customer relations and production management. M1, however, is also built with the manufacturing process in mind, as shown by the inclusion of several specialized modules.

Manufacturing companies often spend a great deal of time processing employees' punched time cards for payroll purposes. With the Shop Floor Entry system employed by M1's Labor Management module, such manual entry of time cards becomes a thing of the past. This system can also keep track of employee whereabouts on the production floor, making task reassignment a fast and painless procedure.

The M1 application also includes a number of modules for the monitoring of supply chains and supply costs. Manufacturing specifications can easily be updated with new part numbers and instructions available for all to see. If you are interested in ERP software that prioritizes the manufacturing process, contact us here at Bowen & Groves via phone or e-mail (866-617-6389 or sales@bowen-groves.com).