Discrete Manufacturing Template Solution for EPICOR ERP On the RheinBrücke Cloud

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Introduction

EPICMake

As innova�on propels the manufacturing industry on a new trajectory, discrete manufacturers are forced to con�nually adapt their produc�on prac�c-es in order to stay ahead of the pack. At this juncture, an integrated Enterprise Resource Planning System (ERP) that allows you to automate produc-�on planning, reduce inventory and enhance business process automa�on becomes an impera�ve. It allows you to increase opera�onal efficiency by giving enhanced visibility and transparency with the right tools and technology that can drive you towards success.

EPICMake from RheinBrücke is the ready to deploy industry ver�cal solu�on for Discrete Manufacturing template solu�on for Epicor ERP on the Rhein-Brücke Cloud. It is a full feature ERP solu�on that addresses your inventory management, planning, scheduling, and produc�on requirements. The solu�on combines the powerful features of Epicor ERP, RheinBrücke’s deep discrete manufacturing industry knowledge and benefits of the Cloud.

Benefits of ERP Solution For Discrete Manufacturers

Key Challenges in the Discrete Manufacturing Industry

Shop-Floor Efficiency, Supply Chain Visibility and Ease of Inventory Management leading to more cost savings, higher flexibility and be�er risk management are cri�cal success key factors in the discrete manufacturing Industry. But, without the right ERP technology, most manufacturers may find it hard to meet their complex business requirements due to major challenges such as:

To address the above challenges, you need an ERP solu�on that connects your people, systems and processes and has the func�onali�es to manage the complexi�es of your business as well as serves as a strong founda�on for your future growth.

Complexi�es around Inventory Management

Lack of single source of truth – disconnected systems like CAD systems

Capacity Planning to meet changing customer demands

Ensuring the Quality of parts

Shortening lead �mes and costs of vendor parts

Managing component requirements

Increase Produc�on EfficiencyStreamline Business Processes

Improve internal and external collabora�on

Enhance Customer Service

Robust BOM Management

Maximize control of your Inventory to minimize cost

Machinery management / u�liza�on

Controlling Product Design and version changes

Managing Produc�on Schedules based on pressures along the chain

Lack of end-to-end visibility for Demand Planning and Forecas�ng

Interoperability issues across departments/mul�ple opera�ng loca�ons

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Epicor ERP has robust func�onali�es to fit the unique requirements of the Discrete Manufacturing Industry and can support organiza�ons following various manufacturing methodologies like Make To Order (MTO), Assemble To Order (ATO), Make to Stock (MTS), or a mix of these methodologies.

Top Features for Discrete Manufacturers

Epicor ERP

An ERP Solution built for Manufacturing growth in the era of Industry 4.0

Op�mize Lean Manufacturing to focus on the key priori�es to make smarter decisions, eliminate waste and increase customer sa�sfac�on

IoT Enabled - Track, measure, and monitor your en�re business, from shop floor to top floor and from raw materials to final product

Sophis�cated scheduling modules that can be integrated quickly and smoothly into your current produc�on processes to eliminate bo�lenecks

Real-�me Inventory management system to plan your warehouse needs based on the fluctua�ng product demands

Built in MES to track and document the transforma-�on of raw materials to finished goods.

Enhanced Quality Assurance/Quality Control

Shelf life management and control

Reduce costs and streamline processes to realize opera-�onal efficiency gains that directly impact margins.

Accelerate financial closures while mee�ng strict compliance and repor�ng standards.

Out of the box PDM (Product data Manage-ment) capabili�es

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Support for Lean Ini�a�ves

End-to-end lot/serial traceability

Integrated IoT

Inventory Control

Advanced Planning and Scheduling

CAD Integra�on

EPICMake - A Complete Ready to Deploy Template Solution on Epicor ERP for Discrete Manufacturing IndustryWhether you operate in a low volume/high complexity environment, or high volume/low complexity environment, EPICMake gives you the visibility you need to create leaner opera�ons, manage complex supply chains, and streamline your business processes to get products to market faster.

The pre-configured solu�on helps discrete manufacturers implement the latest Enterprise Management solu�ons tailored for their business needs, faster and at the lowest total cost of ownership, ensuring a faster �me to value.

The solu�on’s template is developed by RheinBrücke’s experts based on proven best prac�ces aggregated from our mul�ple industry implementa�ons across the world and can be adapted quickly to meet the specific needs of your business to ensure more value from your ERP implementa�on.

Key benefits of EPICMake – A World-Class ERP Solution On Cloud

Process: Quote to Cash Flow

SALES

GO

Create Quote

Create Order

EngineerProduct

Pick &ship order

ReceiveItems

PlanProduc�on

ManufactureProduct

Purchase Items

PURCHASING MANUFACTURING RECEIVING & SHIPPING FINANCE

Are items instock?

Yes

Yes

Yes

Is manufacturingrequired?

Is engineeringrequired?

InvoiceCustomer

ReceiveCustomerPayment

EnterSupplierInvoice

PaySupplier

STOP

No No

No

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Deployment on the RheinBrücke Cloud

The solu�on is deployed on the highly secure RheinBrücke Cloud hosted in the Moro Hub Datacenter. The modern cloud deployment gives you added advantages of lower cost, flexibility and frees up your �me and resources spent on maintenance. Maintenance, Security and Business con�nuity are all part and parcel of the solu�on.

Implementa�on of Epicor ERP on Cloud across four con�nents for a leading supplier of engineering, equipment and service solu�ons to customers in mining and cement industries streamlines their process and improves repor�ng.

RAPID Implementation using SCALE Methodology

RheinBrücke’s standardized SCALE methodology driven by industry best prac�ces ensures a successful ERP implementa�on in a short �me span by minimizing risk and maximizing predictability with clearly defined deliverables and processes. It is a scalable approach for implementa�on that is designed to address your needs based on the founda�on elements – Solu�oning, Consul�ng Exper�se, Agile Prac�ces, Learning and Enablement.

Learning and Training

We offer a comprehensive Learning Management pla�orm for our customers to ensure effec�ve training of end users as well as key users and admin-istrators. . The pla�orm provides interac�ve simula�on-based learning content which ensures 100% module coverage for all your users.

Support

RheinBrücke’s Omnichannel Support driven by a robust �cke�ng system ensures that your business users have the support and help readily available from our large pool of Epicor Cer�fied professional engineers who have worked on mul�ple complex global ERP implementa�ons.

What They Do?A leading supplier of equipment and services to the global cement and minerals industries who supplies everything from single machinery to complete cement plants and minerals processing facili�es including services before, during and a�er the construc�on.

EPICMake template solu�on for Epicor includes a wide range of func�onali�es and features unique to the discrete manu-facturing industry like comprehensive material manage-ment, end to end serial and lot control, centralized item defini�on, rule-based product configura�on, advanced planning and scheduling, CAD integra�on, preven�ve and predic�ve breakdown maintenance, support for lean ini�a�ves, and much more.

The solu�on was rolled out globally across mul�ple countries using RheinBrücke’s highly standardized SCALE methodology and industry specific template that is designed to accelerate the client’s growth by suppor�ng all their key processes.

Key Business Challenges

RheinBrücke’s Solution

Business Impact

Inadequate material traceability and �me-consuming manual processes

Lack of an automated system for inventory maintenance and management

Manual processes for planning and scheduling work orders

Shop floor management was not done in an efficient manner

Disjoined internal systems that failed to provide �mely reports and unified view of business

The RheinBrücke Advantages

Case Study

Leverage the Bene�ts of Cloud with EPICMake

Highly Scalable and Flexible

Lower Total Cost of Ownership

No Hassles of IT Infrastructure/Maintenance

Fast Deployment

Heightened security

Mobility

Faster Time to Value

Increased end user sa�sfac�on

Streamlined inventory maintenance processes, improved efficiency, and op�mized costs

Greater accuracy in output through tools calibra�on

Complete and accurate informa�on repor�ng and produc�on planning through an integrated ERP

Improvised and on-�me delivery of orders

Hassle-free statutory compliance

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About RheinBrückeRheinBrücke is an Epicor Pla�num Partner and two �mes winner of Interna�onal Partner of the Year, with a strong footprint in Europe, Middle East, and India. We have immense experience and exper�se in providing Epicor implementa�on and support services to clients globally for the past 7 years. Our team of experts can deliver custom solu�ons and offerings to address the needs of businesses on mul�ple ver�cals including Automo�ve Systems, Oil & Gas / Energy, Discrete Manufacturers, Pharma and Life Science, Engineering & Construc�on, Retail, Distribu�on & Trading, etc. With opera�onal headquarters in Cologne, Germany and 250 associates, we have executed projects in 32 countries and are proud to be serving our happy customers across these loca�ons. With a deep understanding of what it takes for enterprises to succeed, RheinBrücke helps clients adapt to a chang-ing marketplace by ensuring their IT ecosystems are relevant, efficient, and perfectly tuned.

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