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BPCS/LX Tip of the Week: IDF - Enterprise Items Application

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The Enterprise Item application in the Infor Development Framework for Infor LX supports display of all information relevant to an item. This includes numerous aspects of Inventory, including facility, warehouse, location, lot, and container data.

With the Enterprise Items application, you can customize the data displayed to include more or less data than is currently displayed using the standard Infor LX programs. You can access this information through a single point of entry, so there is no need to switch from one program to another to see all the data you require. This ability to customize will help streamline your decisions by allowing you to display information that is specific to your needs.

The various Enterprise Item application cards provide listings, maintenance type information, and current information that you could previously only access by running multiple standard Infor LX programs, such as Material Status Inquiry (INV300), Bill of Material Inquiry (BOM300), and Routing Inquiry (SFC100).

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May 23, 2018 - Lunch & Learn Webinar for BPCS & LX! - It’s Time to Understand Time

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Lunch & Learn Webinar for BPCS & LX! 
-  It’s Time to Understand Time -

Machine Time  |  Down Time  |  Crew Time  |  Direct Time  |  Indirect Time

So many ways to break down time!
Have you taken the time to understand what these
breakdowns mean and how they impact your business?

Watch the recorded webinar and learn about a fast and efficient
way to capture time from the factory floor.
 

             Click Here to Watch Video (34:41) 

 

 

 

 

Baan/LN Tip of the Week: Get Real!

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You’ve got an ERP system, so everything should be real time and everyone should have access to information in real time, right? RIGHT?

Why not? Why are there spreadsheets, and separate Access databases off to the side?

Data loses value over time, so why not give everyone up to date, accurate information all the time? Take a look at those silos of information and see how you can eliminate them. Your business will benefit greatly as a result.

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BPCS/LX Tip of the Week: Purchase Order Receive All Processing LX/8.3.5

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This enhancement to the Purchase Receipts screens; optionally shown with the quantity and weight fields populated with the open value on the purchase order. Previously the user had to manually enter the quantity received or, for a dynamic weight and measure items, the weight received for each line on the purchase order. Now the screens are populated with the open value and if the open value is the same as the value received, the user can simply accept the line.

The Receive All field on the PUR550D1-01 screen determines whether the receipt lines are populated with the open value. A system parameter controls the Receive All default value but the default value can be overridden. If the user specifies 1=Yes in the Receive All field then the PUR550D2-02 screen displays the open quantity or weight for each line. The user can accept the open value for each line. 

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Anthony Etzel – Featured Speaker at The New England Midrange Users Group Meeting (NEMUG) on May 16, 2018

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Anthony Etzel, a Solution Executive with Crossroads RMC, will speak at the NEMUG meeting in North Attleboro, MA on May 16th 2018. He will present the History of Shop Floor Control and also talk about current shop floor management technology including Crossroads MES and Analytics Dashboards.


https://www.nemug.com/

BPCS/LX Tip of the Week: Gain Efficiency & Save Money – Evaluate Your Production Lines

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When is the last time you took a hard look at your production lines?

  • How are we moving product through our facility?
  • Do we have work instructions/drawings available where needed?
  • Do we have frequently used inventory available at the line?
  • Where are the bottlenecks?
  • Are processes automated, where possible?

Taking a hard look at your processes and procedures may reveal some interesting results. 

Don’t assume that everyone is doing things the same way. Some may be superstars, and others may need some mentoring. Some processes may be outdated and costing you time and money, while others are extremely efficient. One area of the business may benefit from how others operate. Take the time to review and analyze your findings. Your company may benefit greatly as a result.

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Baan/LN Tip of the Week: Gain Efficiency & Save Money – Evaluate Your Production Lines

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When is the last time you took a hard look at your production lines?

  • How are we moving product through our facility?
  • Do we have work instructions / drawings available where needed?
  • Do we have frequently used inventory available at the line?
  • Where are the bottlenecks?
  • Are processes automated, where possible?

Taking a hard look at your processes and procedures may reveal some interesting results. 

Don’t assume that everyone is doing things the same way. Some may be superstars, and others may need some mentoring. Some processes may be outdated and costing you time and money, while others are extremely efficient. One area of the business may benefit from how others operate. Take the time to review and analyze your findings. Your company may benefit greatly as a result.

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BPCS/LX Tip of the Week: Cost of Goods Sold

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A major change in LX Release 8.3.5 is the ability to post Cost of Goods Sold Inventory transactions by Cost Bucket. 

This will enable reporting of Cost of Goods Sold on the P&L by Material, Labor and Overhead. 

Up to this point, companies that wished to report at this level had to develop a modification to analyze these transactions and re-book them. This new feature eliminates that need. 

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It’s Mid-January, and IT’S GO TIME!
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It’s Mid-January, and IT’S GO TIME!

Infor LX | BPCS | Infor LN | Baan

The calendar is fresh, the resolutions are set, and the opportunities are endless!

But before you dive headfirst into tackling your to-do list, take a moment.

Pause.

Now is the perfect time to reflect and plan your ERP strategy.

What’s an ERP Strategy?

An ERP strategy is a roadmap for the steps you should take before, during, and after implementing an ERP system. It’s designed to ensure your ERP delivers on its promise of functionality and success—the backbone of running your business effectively.

Think of it like planning a road trip:

  • Which cities will you visit?
  • Where will you stay?
  • What landmarks do you want to explore?

Without a plan, you’re winging it. While spontaneity might work for a vacation, it’s risky when it comes to your ERP system.

A poorly executed road trip might waste time or cause frustration, but a poorly executed ERP strategy? That can hinder your business growth, create inefficiencies, and lead to costly mistakes.

What if:

  • You never evaluated whether your ERP aligns with your company’s growth strategy?
  • Your employees didn’t fully understand how to use critical features, leading to incomplete or incorrect transactions?
  • You missed out on new ERP features or overlooked opportunities to streamline processes, saving time and money?

Whether your next steps include a major ERP upgrade, integrating new tools, or optimizing the system you have today, there’s always room for improvement.


How Crossroads RMC Can Help

At Crossroads RMC, we provide tailored ERP solutions to ensure your success. Our services include:

  • Implementing New Functionality: Unlock the full potential of your current ERP version.
  • ERP Upgrades: Stay current by upgrading to the latest version.
  • Employee Training: Train new employees or retrain your team with best practices.
  • Process Automation: Reduce manual, time-consuming tasks.
  • System Integration: Connect all your tools into a cohesive system that communicates seamlessly.
  • ERP Add-On Solutions: Save significant time and money with innovative add-ons.

Our mission is to optimize your manufacturing operations by reducing costs, improving quality, and increasing efficiency.


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Contact Crossroads RMC today to develop an ERP strategy that positions your business for success in 2025 and beyond.

solutions@crossroadsrmc.com | 800.762.2077

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