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	WinMan helps ARCOL be a lean operator

WinMan helps ARCOL be a lean operator

Technology Category	Functional Applications - Enterprise Resource Planning Systems (ERP) Functional Applications - Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) Functional Applications - Remote Monitoring & Control Systems
Applicable Industries	Electronics
Applicable Functions	Quality Assurance Sales & Marketing
Use Cases	Inventory Management Manufacturing System Automation Predictive Maintenance
Services	Software Design & Engineering Services System Integration Training
Challenge	ARCOL, a leading manufacturer of resistors, faced the challenge of maintaining lean operations while ensuring high-quality production and efficient order fulfillment. The company needed an integrated system to streamline its manufacturing, purchasing, sales, and accounts processes. Additionally, ARCOL required a solution that could support its multi-tier Kanban system for managing sub-assemblies and bespoke products. The goal was to enhance productivity, improve quality tracking, and facilitate continuous improvement initiatives across the business. Read More
About Customer	ARCOL is a world-leading manufacturer and supplier of resistors based in Truro. The company specializes in high-integrity applications and has built its production systems using Lean processes to deliver a 'make to order' concept. ARCOL employs a multi-tier Kanban system for common sub-assemblies, which serve as the starting point for bespoke products. The company is committed to continuous improvement and maintaining high standards of quality and efficiency in its operations. Read More
Solution	ARCOL implemented WinMan software to address its operational challenges. WinMan provided an integrated system that linked all parts of the business, including manufacturing, purchasing, sales, and accounts. The software's key features included integration with the Kanban process, quality issue tracking, CRM capabilities, and Lean Back Office functions. The implementation process was completed in under six months, with the system configured to meet ARCOL's specific needs. WinMan facilitated the smooth running of Kanban systems, allowing ARCOL to control sub-assembly processes efficiently. The software also supported continuous improvement initiatives in quality performance, quote conversion, and margin preservation. 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)

Functional Applications - Remote Monitoring & Control Systems

Applicable Industries

Electronics

Applicable Functions

Quality Assurance

Sales & Marketing

Use Cases

Inventory Management

Manufacturing System Automation

Predictive Maintenance

Services

Software Design & Engineering Services

System Integration

Training

Challenge

ARCOL, a leading manufacturer of resistors, faced the challenge of maintaining lean operations while ensuring high-quality production and efficient order fulfillment. The company needed an integrated system to streamline its manufacturing, purchasing, sales, and accounts processes. Additionally, ARCOL required a solution that could support its multi-tier Kanban system for managing sub-assemblies and bespoke products. The goal was to enhance productivity, improve quality tracking, and facilitate continuous improvement initiatives across the business.

About Customer

ARCOL is a world-leading manufacturer and supplier of resistors based in Truro. The company specializes in high-integrity applications and has built its production systems using Lean processes to deliver a 'make to order' concept. ARCOL employs a multi-tier Kanban system for common sub-assemblies, which serve as the starting point for bespoke products. The company is committed to continuous improvement and maintaining high standards of quality and efficiency in its operations.

Solution

ARCOL implemented WinMan software to address its operational challenges. WinMan provided an integrated system that linked all parts of the business, including manufacturing, purchasing, sales, and accounts. The software's key features included integration with the Kanban process, quality issue tracking, CRM capabilities, and Lean Back Office functions. The implementation process was completed in under six months, with the system configured to meet ARCOL's specific needs. WinMan facilitated the smooth running of Kanban systems, allowing ARCOL to control sub-assembly processes efficiently. The software also supported continuous improvement initiatives in quality performance, quote conversion, and margin preservation.

Impact #1	WinMan enabled ARCOL to maintain lean operations by integrating with the Kanban process and automating inventory management.
Impact #2	The software's CRM capabilities allowed ARCOL to build a comprehensive database of customer information, enhancing customer relationship management.
Impact #3	Lean Back Office functions reduced manual handling, freeing up staff time to support other parts of the business, including HR and staff development.

Impact #1

WinMan enabled ARCOL to maintain lean operations by integrating with the Kanban process and automating inventory management.

Impact #2

The software's CRM capabilities allowed ARCOL to build a comprehensive database of customer information, enhancing customer relationship management.

Impact #3

Lean Back Office functions reduced manual handling, freeing up staff time to support other parts of the business, including HR and staff development.

Benefit #1	The implementation process was completed in under six months.
Benefit #2	The reduction in manual handling provided by the Lean Back Office functions freed up significant staff time.

Benefit #1

The implementation process was completed in under six months.

Benefit #2

The reduction in manual handling provided by the Lean Back Office functions freed up significant staff time.

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WinMan helps ARCOL be a lean operator

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