Manufacturing
NetSuite Solutions for the Manufacturing Industry
Modern manufacturing companies require an efficient, scalable solution that supports all aspects of their operations. As supply chains become increasingly complex, with outsourced manufacturing, material procurement, and just-in-time demands, the need for centralized visibility into manufacturing processes remains critical.
To stay competitive, businesses must leverage modern systems with robust integrations and mobile manufacturing capabilities, ensuring operational effectiveness and agility in a dynamic market.
Functionality and Modules
Work Orders & Routings
NetSuite enables comprehensive tracking of work orders within the system, utilizing Work In Progress (WIP), mobile task management, and routing capabilities. It allows for accurate tracking of labor costs and detailed bill of materials, providing a complete solution for efficient manufacturing operations.
Advanced Bill of Materials & BOM Integration
NetSuite’s advanced Bill of Materials (BOM) functionality supports deep tracking and multi-layered BOMs, essential for complex manufacturing processes. Seamlessly integrate with product lifecycle management tools like Arena to keep BOMs continuously updated. Track BOM versioning and changes, ensuring smooth alignment with the work order process for consistent and accurate manufacturing operations.
Inventory Visibility
NetSuite provides full visibility into component status, including lead times, in-transit components, and anticipated build dates for work orders. It enables efficient scheduling of work orders and tracking of inventory levels against future demand, ensuring seamless alignment between production and inventory planning.
Outsourced Manufacturing
Leverage NetSuite’s outsourced manufacturing module to manage third-party vendors involved in your production process. Create workflows for outsourced manufacturing, apply tolling charges to vendors, and integrate these seamlessly into your work order processes.
Deep Visibility & Analytics
Track end-to-end manufacturing flows through NetSuite’s dashboard functionality, drilling down to identify and resolve issues in processes and inventory availability. Access real-time cost data, financial details, and profitability insights for each product.
Advanced Manufacturing
The advanced manufacturing module provides shop floor management and real-time tracking throughout the manufacturing process. Enhance functionality with advanced manufacturing features or integrate with a Manufacturing Execution System (MES) for even greater capabilities. Utilize tools like finite capacity scheduling, rough-cut capacity planning, advanced work order management, and batch management to optimize operations.