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Epicor® Kinetic ERP: Understanding the Future of Epicor® 10

Enterprise Resource Planning with Epicor® ERP
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What are the Strengths of Epicor® Kinetic? Features for Everyone On Board

Every enterprise resource planning (ERP) system has a sweet spot. These are the things it does well and the capabilities that separate it from other ERP systems. This is especially important to understand when in the midst of a software selection cycle. Choosing an ERP system can be a long, time-consuming journey, especially with the masses of social media touting every ERP vendor out there. Managing software requirements to meet business requirements needs an industry-specific strategy. For more than two decades, EstesGroup has helped companies choose and implement the best software for every need. We know that if you keep your decision on your terms, ERP deployment will revolutionize your business.

Epicor® ERP Features Assembled: Why Kinetic is the Perfect ERP Solution For Manufacturers

  • Epicor® enterprise resource planning software is a great choice for discrete manufacturers operating in a variety of manufacturing modes.
  • To support the needs of diverse companies, Epicor® ERP offers a number of core capabilities.
  • Considering everything from the human resources needed for project management to the specifics like material requirements planning (MRP), an EstesGroup Epicor® ERP consultant can help you understand and implement your applications with clarity.
  • Epicor® software works with on-premise, public cloud, private and hybrid cloud hosting. EstesGroup’s managed IT consultants can assess your server and your systems and design a perfect solution for your team.
Epicor ERP Manufacturing Factory Technology

Deep Bills of Materials

Deep bills of materials (BOMs) are the foundation of complex products, requiring ERP systems capable of managing intricate product structures. Both Epicor® 10 and Epicor® Kinetic excel in this area, offering engineering modules that enable users to define deep levels of BOMs, whether through phantom assemblies, subassemblies, or manufactured and stocked components. These systems also provide the flexibility to define and redefine BOM structures not only at the part master level but also for quotes and jobs, ensuring seamless product engineering from sales through to manufacturing.

 

Product Configuration

Epicor® software provides a fully integrated product configurator, supporting configure-to-order (CTO) environments. This is one of our favorite Epicor® 10 features. Integrated with the quote, sales order and production modules, it allows for configuration and reconfiguration at multiple steps of the business cycle. Product configuration allows companies in engineer-to-order environments organize their capabilities, where possible, saving time and improving accuracy. For many companies, identifying and building the rule-based product structure allows companies to scale their operations into markets that demand the quick and consistent definition and delivery of custom product. With the upgrade to Epicor® Kinetic, the configurator offers enhanced usability with a modern interface and expanded functionality, making it easier to define and manage rule-based product structures. These improvements empower companies to scale operations into markets that demand quick, consistent, and accurate delivery of custom products, maintaining a competitive edge.

 

Mixed Mode Manufacturing Support

Even in CTO and ETO environments, companies benefit greatly from standardizing lower-level components and processing them in a make-to-stock model. In such environments, Epicor supports mixed mode processing, where common components can be aggregated and supplied in manners that maximize efficiency, and can be consumed by higher-level assemblies and finished goods that are configured or engineered to order.

 

Manufacturing Execution

ERP systems historically focused on the front office activities: planning and organizing of supply and demand, allowing third-party tools to manage the actual execution of manufacturing activities on the shop floor. Contemporary ERP systems have developed integrated modules to address these needs and Epicor® similarly provides a Manufacturing Execution System (MES) to optimize the production control, material issue, material movement, and shipping activities on the shop floor.This allows for the real-time tracking and management of shop labor, inventory, and shipping transactions, and linking these transactions with the front office.

 

Product Quoting and Estimating

In many industries, the ability to provide answers to detailed Requests for Proposal (RFP) is fundamental to bringing in new business. Epicor® ERP’s quote module provides extensive estimating capabilities, allowing companies to quickly and efficiently handle RFPs. Built on the same principles as the Epicor® engineering module, it ensures the output will be accurate and will conform to the company’s capabilities. Supporting cost-plus pricing strategies, the quote module allows salespeople to build cost models from the manufacturing details, and then levy markups and discounts to derive a final price.

 

Engineer-to-Order Support

ERP systems are traditionally build around an item master—a collection of “standard” parts. But many “job shop” manufacturers do not operate from a collection of pre-defined item master. For customers who operate in true ETO environments, Epicor® ERP supports the flow of such products through the application using “parts on the fly”—products that do not live in the item master, but rather only on the quote, order, and job. This provides the ability to define products without having to plug up their item master with products that will never be made again.

 

Combining Discrete and Project-Based Manufacturing

Engineer-to-order has a variant of project manufacturing, where manufacturers process large aggregate orders without handling the detail normally associated with discrete manufacturing environments. Often, hybrid scenarios exist, where certain elements of a project, such as engineering and installation are handled in aggregate, while the product itself is discretely manufactured and delivered. Epicor ERP’s project module integrates the sales and production modules to support the manufacture and sale of discrete goods, while also providing the ability process revenue and cost in aggregate.

 

Material Resource Planning (MRP)

Material Resource Planning allows companies to integrate supply and demand. The Epicor® MRP module works to supply various forms of demand, whether it be inventory level requirements, independent demand from sales orders, forecasts, or dependent demand from work order bills of materials.This is tightly tied to its job management and inventory modules. It organizes, aggregates and generates supply records for purchased and manufactured component to meet the necessary demand dates. Epicor® Kinetic ERP also offers multi-level pegging, to provide the ability to trace the planned supply to their respective sources of demand.

 

Integrated Analytics and KPIs

An increasing demand of enterprise systems has been to provide improved reporting solutions to meet the performance needs of users and managers, to better gain informative insights from the vast amounts of data generated by the enterprise systems themselves. The Epicor® Data Discovery (EDD) platform allows for the creation and presentation of real-time Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), integrated with users’ active homepage, allowing users and managers to track the live performance of the organization, as reflected in its data accumulations.

 

The Value of Epicor® 10 and Epicor® Kinetic Features

ERP systems deliver immense value to companies by standardizing business processes, automating tasks, and providing a platform for sustained growth and improvement. For manufacturing companies, Epicor® offers a range of core capabilities that support complex manufacturing across various modes, all on a robust architecture designed for long-term maintenance and scalability. Over the years, we’ve helped many companies move beyond spreadsheets and legacy systems to Epicor® 10, transforming their organizations in the process. Implementing the right ERP system can be a game-changing event, and for many, Epicor® 10 has been that system—whether transitioning from an older version like Epicor® 9 or adopting ERP software for the first time.

 

Now, with the upgrade to Epicor® Kinetic (also known as Epicor® 11), businesses can access an enhanced platform that builds upon the solid foundation of Epicor® 10. Epicor® Kinetic introduces a modern, user-friendly interface, advanced cloud capabilities, and even greater flexibility for manufacturers looking to optimize operations and stay competitive in a rapidly changing market. As experienced Epicor® consultants, we know how to maximize the value of these upgrades while keeping your budget in check, offering tailored integration services to ensure your ERP system meets your specific needs today and well into the future.

Are You Looking for Epicor® 10 or Epicor® Kinetic Help?

Are you in the middle of an implementation and exploring upgrade possibilities? What Epicor® 10 features do you want to optimize for the upcoming year, or are you ready to take advantage of the advanced capabilities of Epicor® Kinetic? Our ERP consulting services can help you assess everything from your business processes to your eligibility for a cloud-based company structure.

EstesCare ERP Subscription-Based Consulting Support Services for Epicor® Kinetic ERP

EstesCare offers flexible, subscription-based consulting support services designed to help businesses maximize the value of their ERP system. With EstesCare, companies gain access to a dedicated team of ERP and IT experts who provide ongoing support tailored to their unique needs. Whether you require assistance with system optimization, troubleshooting, upgrades, or user training, EstesCare ensures your Epicor® Kinetic ERP operates at peak performance. Our subscription model offers predictable, budget-friendly support, eliminating unexpected costs while empowering your team with the knowledge and resources to streamline operations, enhance productivity, and adapt to evolving business demands. From routine maintenance to strategic guidance, EstesCare is your partner in achieving ERP success.

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