OptiProERP Case Studies Optimizing Manufacturing Processes with IoT: A Case Study of Applied Physics Technologies

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Optimizing Manufacturing Processes with IoT: A Case Study of Applied Physics Technologies

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Technology Category	Functional Applications - Enterprise Resource Planning Systems (ERP) Functional Applications - Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES)
Use Cases	Additive Manufacturing Manufacturing Process Simulation
Challenge	Applied Physics Technologies (APTech), a global leader in the design and manufacturing of thermionic and field emission cathodes for microscopes and 3D printers, was grappling with outdated, unsupported, and disconnected systems. The company was using Sage ERP and IQMS as its MRP, which led to redundancy, double entry of data, and a high rate of errors. APTech recognized the need for a more modern and comprehensive system that could not only streamline their operations but also scale with their growth. The challenge was to find a solution that was user-friendly, scalable, and could integrate all their processes into a single platform. Read More
About Customer	Applied Physics Technologies (APTech) is a world leader in the design and manufacturing of thermionic and field emission cathodes for microscopes and 3D printers. The company's customers include Themo Fisher Scientific and its parent company Hitachi. APTech was previously running on Sage ERP and IQMS as its MRP, but was facing challenges due to redundancy, double entry of data, and a high rate of errors. The company was in need of a modern, comprehensive system that could streamline their operations and support their growth. Read More
Solution	After evaluating various ERP systems, APTech chose OptiProERP with SAP Business One. The decision was influenced by the product’s ease of use, modern technology, scalability, and manufacturing functionality. OptiProERP, being an established provider with a wealth of knowledge, experience, and best practices, offered a solution that could support APTech's future growth. The implementation of OptiProERP has helped APTech streamline its processes, save time, and maintain a clear division of staff and new roles as the company continues to expand. The solution has also enabled the company to optimize its operations, making it easier to venture into new product lines. 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)

Use Cases

Additive Manufacturing

Manufacturing Process Simulation

Challenge

Applied Physics Technologies (APTech), a global leader in the design and manufacturing of thermionic and field emission cathodes for microscopes and 3D printers, was grappling with outdated, unsupported, and disconnected systems. The company was using Sage ERP and IQMS as its MRP, which led to redundancy, double entry of data, and a high rate of errors. APTech recognized the need for a more modern and comprehensive system that could not only streamline their operations but also scale with their growth. The challenge was to find a solution that was user-friendly, scalable, and could integrate all their processes into a single platform.

About Customer

Applied Physics Technologies (APTech) is a world leader in the design and manufacturing of thermionic and field emission cathodes for microscopes and 3D printers. The company's customers include Themo Fisher Scientific and its parent company Hitachi. APTech was previously running on Sage ERP and IQMS as its MRP, but was facing challenges due to redundancy, double entry of data, and a high rate of errors. The company was in need of a modern, comprehensive system that could streamline their operations and support their growth.

Solution

After evaluating various ERP systems, APTech chose OptiProERP with SAP Business One. The decision was influenced by the product’s ease of use, modern technology, scalability, and manufacturing functionality. OptiProERP, being an established provider with a wealth of knowledge, experience, and best practices, offered a solution that could support APTech's future growth. The implementation of OptiProERP has helped APTech streamline its processes, save time, and maintain a clear division of staff and new roles as the company continues to expand. The solution has also enabled the company to optimize its operations, making it easier to venture into new product lines.

Impact #1	The implementation of OptiProERP has brought about significant operational improvements for APTech. The company has been able to streamline its processes, leading to time savings and increased efficiency. The clear division of staff and new roles has improved the organization structure, making it easier to manage as the company continues to add more employees. Furthermore, the optimization of operations has facilitated the company's expansion into new product lines. The solution has not only addressed the existing challenges but also equipped APTech with the capabilities to support its future growth.

Impact #1

The implementation of OptiProERP has brought about significant operational improvements for APTech. The company has been able to streamline its processes, leading to time savings and increased efficiency. The clear division of staff and new roles has improved the organization structure, making it easier to manage as the company continues to add more employees. Furthermore, the optimization of operations has facilitated the company's expansion into new product lines. The solution has not only addressed the existing challenges but also equipped APTech with the capabilities to support its future growth.

Benefit #1	Streamlined processes leading to time savings
Benefit #2	Increased efficiency due to the elimination of redundancy and double data entry
Benefit #3	Enhanced scalability to support future growth

Benefit #1

Streamlined processes leading to time savings

Benefit #2

Increased efficiency due to the elimination of redundancy and double data entry

Benefit #3

Enhanced scalability to support future growth

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Optimizing Manufacturing Processes with IoT: A Case Study of Applied Physics Technologies

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