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	SYSPRO Case Study: FLOE INTERNATIONAL

SYSPRO Case Study: FLOE INTERNATIONAL

Technology Category	Functional Applications - Enterprise Resource Planning Systems (ERP) Functional Applications - Inventory Management Systems
Applicable Industries	Marine & Shipping
Applicable Functions	Warehouse & Inventory Management
Use Cases	Inventory Management Manufacturing System Automation
Services	System Integration Training
Challenge	Floe International faced challenges in managing their production and inventory processes efficiently. The company needed to streamline its operations to reduce paperwork, data entry, and improve production flow. Additionally, they required a system that could support their Lean manufacturing environment and provide real-time data for better decision-making. Read More
About Customer	Floe International, Inc., headquartered in McGregor, Minnesota, manufactures aluminum-based products, including boat docks, boat lift systems, and recreational and utility trailers. Founded in 1983 by Wayne Floe, the company has grown to have a significant dealer network across the United States and Canada. Floe International is known for its high-quality products and unique features, which are promoted through trade shows, a comprehensive website, and DVDs. The company operates two manufacturing locations and produces products based on past sales histories and dealer projections, ensuring timely delivery and better control over production and shipping. Read More
Solution	Floe International implemented SYSPRO ERP software, purchased from RT Enterprises, to facilitate their Lean manufacturing environment. The SYSPRO ERP system allowed Floe to 'backflush' jobs, reducing paperwork and data entry, and speeding up production. This feature enabled the company to issue materials to jobs as they were received into inventory, providing traceability and adjusting quantities as needed. Additionally, SYSPRO's custom reporting capabilities were fundamental to Floe's Lean practices. The company set up 'supermarkets' in SYSPRO using custom fields, allowing them to run reports that triggered other necessary actions. These reports provided real-time data on inventory and shipping requirements, ensuring that production and shipping schedules remained current. To further enhance their Lean practices, Floe utilized the SYSPRO Learning Channel (SLC) to train employees. Thirty-two employees were trained through the SLC's live broadcasts and archival library, resulting in significant savings in training costs. Read More Log in to view content
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Technology Category

Functional Applications - Enterprise Resource Planning Systems (ERP)

Functional Applications - Inventory Management Systems

Applicable Industries

Marine & Shipping

Applicable Functions

Warehouse & Inventory Management

Use Cases

Inventory Management

Manufacturing System Automation

Services

System Integration

Training

Challenge

Floe International faced challenges in managing their production and inventory processes efficiently. The company needed to streamline its operations to reduce paperwork, data entry, and improve production flow. Additionally, they required a system that could support their Lean manufacturing environment and provide real-time data for better decision-making.

About Customer

Floe International, Inc., headquartered in McGregor, Minnesota, manufactures aluminum-based products, including boat docks, boat lift systems, and recreational and utility trailers. Founded in 1983 by Wayne Floe, the company has grown to have a significant dealer network across the United States and Canada. Floe International is known for its high-quality products and unique features, which are promoted through trade shows, a comprehensive website, and DVDs. The company operates two manufacturing locations and produces products based on past sales histories and dealer projections, ensuring timely delivery and better control over production and shipping.

Solution

Floe International implemented SYSPRO ERP software, purchased from RT Enterprises, to facilitate their Lean manufacturing environment. The SYSPRO ERP system allowed Floe to 'backflush' jobs, reducing paperwork and data entry, and speeding up production. This feature enabled the company to issue materials to jobs as they were received into inventory, providing traceability and adjusting quantities as needed. Additionally, SYSPRO's custom reporting capabilities were fundamental to Floe's Lean practices. The company set up 'supermarkets' in SYSPRO using custom fields, allowing them to run reports that triggered other necessary actions. These reports provided real-time data on inventory and shipping requirements, ensuring that production and shipping schedules remained current. To further enhance their Lean practices, Floe utilized the SYSPRO Learning Channel (SLC) to train employees. Thirty-two employees were trained through the SLC's live broadcasts and archival library, resulting in significant savings in training costs.

Impact #1	The implementation of SYSPRO ERP allowed Floe International to streamline their production and inventory processes, reducing paperwork and data entry.
Impact #2	The 'backflushing' feature provided traceability and allowed for adjustments in material quantities, enhancing production flow.
Impact #3	Custom reporting in SYSPRO enabled real-time data access, ensuring that production and shipping schedules remained current.

Impact #1

The implementation of SYSPRO ERP allowed Floe International to streamline their production and inventory processes, reducing paperwork and data entry.

Impact #2

The 'backflushing' feature provided traceability and allowed for adjustments in material quantities, enhancing production flow.

Impact #3

Custom reporting in SYSPRO enabled real-time data access, ensuring that production and shipping schedules remained current.

Benefit #1	Floe International experienced a savings of $50,800 in training costs by using the SYSPRO Learning Channel (SLC).

Benefit #1

Floe International experienced a savings of $50,800 in training costs by using the SYSPRO Learning Channel (SLC).

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SYSPRO Case Study: FLOE INTERNATIONAL

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