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	Digital Transformation of Wye Cylinder Engineering with EFACS E/8 ERP System Exel Computer Systems plc

Digital Transformation of Wye Cylinder Engineering with EFACS E/8 ERP System

Exel Computer Systems plc

Technology Category	Functional Applications - Enterprise Resource Planning Systems (ERP) Functional Applications - Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES)
Applicable Industries	Finance & Insurance
Applicable Functions	Maintenance
Use Cases	Additive Manufacturing Manufacturing System Automation
Services	System Integration
Challenge	In 2015, Wye Cylinder Engineering Ltd (WCE), a manufacturer of precision hydraulic cylinders, was facing a significant challenge. Their existing manufacturing system was being phased out by the supplier, who suggested migrating to an alternative system. However, this alternative system was designed for much larger businesses and lacked a substantial UK user group. WCE had specific requirements for their new system, including an active user group, continuous development and improvement, and a large UK customer base. They also needed a highly-evolved MRP II capability due to the nature of their business. As they explored the enterprise systems marketplace, they realized the need for a comprehensive ERP system that could meet all their requirements. Read More
About Customer	Wye Cylinder Engineering Ltd (WCE) is a Hereford-based manufacturer with over 50 years of experience in designing and manufacturing a multitude of hydraulic cylinders. Their products are used in a wide range of industries including agriculture, construction, and specialized vehicles. WCE was using a manufacturing system sold by an American-headquartered mid-market ERP supplier, with finance and accounting carried out by software from Sage, and maintenance being handled by another system. However, they were facing challenges with their existing system and were in need of a more comprehensive and continuously improving ERP system. Read More
Solution	After exploring various systems, WCE found their solution in Exel Computer Systems’ EFACS E/8 ERP system. The implementation was straightforward and went live in early 2016. WCE licensed 16 full EFACS users and 13 factory-floor users of EFACS’ shop-floor data capture capability. They made extensive use of EFACS E/8’s MRP II capabilities and shop-floor data capture capabilities. WCE also had some bespoke code written to provide specific additional functionality. Over time, they began to use EFACS E/8’s capacity planning capabilities and upgraded to newer releases to take advantage of additional functionalities. The latest upgrade included full support for Microsoft’s Edge web browser, a new bank reconciliation capability, and several improvements in the area of banking and finance. Read More Log in to view content
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Technology Category

Functional Applications - Enterprise Resource Planning Systems (ERP)

Functional Applications - Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES)

Applicable Industries

Finance & Insurance

Applicable Functions

Maintenance

Use Cases

Additive Manufacturing

Manufacturing System Automation

Services

System Integration

Challenge

In 2015, Wye Cylinder Engineering Ltd (WCE), a manufacturer of precision hydraulic cylinders, was facing a significant challenge. Their existing manufacturing system was being phased out by the supplier, who suggested migrating to an alternative system. However, this alternative system was designed for much larger businesses and lacked a substantial UK user group. WCE had specific requirements for their new system, including an active user group, continuous development and improvement, and a large UK customer base. They also needed a highly-evolved MRP II capability due to the nature of their business. As they explored the enterprise systems marketplace, they realized the need for a comprehensive ERP system that could meet all their requirements.

About Customer

Wye Cylinder Engineering Ltd (WCE) is a Hereford-based manufacturer with over 50 years of experience in designing and manufacturing a multitude of hydraulic cylinders. Their products are used in a wide range of industries including agriculture, construction, and specialized vehicles. WCE was using a manufacturing system sold by an American-headquartered mid-market ERP supplier, with finance and accounting carried out by software from Sage, and maintenance being handled by another system. However, they were facing challenges with their existing system and were in need of a more comprehensive and continuously improving ERP system.

Solution

After exploring various systems, WCE found their solution in Exel Computer Systems’ EFACS E/8 ERP system. The implementation was straightforward and went live in early 2016. WCE licensed 16 full EFACS users and 13 factory-floor users of EFACS’ shop-floor data capture capability. They made extensive use of EFACS E/8’s MRP II capabilities and shop-floor data capture capabilities. WCE also had some bespoke code written to provide specific additional functionality. Over time, they began to use EFACS E/8’s capacity planning capabilities and upgraded to newer releases to take advantage of additional functionalities. The latest upgrade included full support for Microsoft’s Edge web browser, a new bank reconciliation capability, and several improvements in the area of banking and finance.

Impact #1	The implementation of the EFACS E/8 ERP system brought about significant operational improvements for WCE. The system was easy for all employees to use, saving both time and money. The shop-floor data capture capability provided specific additional functionality, enhancing the efficiency of operations. The capacity planning capabilities of the system, although initially met with skepticism, proved to be as well-optimized as manually developed schedules. The continuous upgrades and additional functionalities helped WCE to develop their business further. The latest upgrade brought about improvements in banking and finance, and manufacturing and reporting functionality, further enhancing operational efficiency.

Impact #1

The implementation of the EFACS E/8 ERP system brought about significant operational improvements for WCE. The system was easy for all employees to use, saving both time and money. The shop-floor data capture capability provided specific additional functionality, enhancing the efficiency of operations. The capacity planning capabilities of the system, although initially met with skepticism, proved to be as well-optimized as manually developed schedules. The continuous upgrades and additional functionalities helped WCE to develop their business further. The latest upgrade brought about improvements in banking and finance, and manufacturing and reporting functionality, further enhancing operational efficiency.

Benefit #1	16 full EFACS users licensed
Benefit #2	13 factory-floor users of EFACS’ shop-floor data capture capability licensed
Benefit #3	Upgraded to EFACS E/8 version 6, release 3 from the earlier EFACS E/8 version 5, release 6

Benefit #1

16 full EFACS users licensed

Benefit #2

13 factory-floor users of EFACS’ shop-floor data capture capability licensed

Benefit #3

Upgraded to EFACS E/8 version 6, release 3 from the earlier EFACS E/8 version 5, release 6

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Digital Transformation of Wye Cylinder Engineering with EFACS E/8 ERP System

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