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A plan only works when production teams can act on it and report what happens. SIX ERP connects work orders, work centers, material movements and production updates, giving planners a clearer view of progress, delays and completed output.
Release work orders to the right work centre, follow their progress through production, and record material use and completed output. These updates help planners spot delays, adjust priorities and coordinate the next operation.
Organize production orders around work centres and operational priorities.
Follow order status and recorded actions as work progresses.
Connect required components with stock picking and consumption.
Keep the plan current as work is completed or priorities change.
Every completed work order affects stock, material costs and delivery commitments. SIX ERP connects production updates with inventory and finance, helping managers review output and material consumption alongside the wider operational picture.
Build quality checks into production workflows.
Trace materials and finished goods throughout the production process.
Keep inspection results and production records connected to each work order.
Link completed production and material use to inventory and operational reporting.
Manufacturers balance make-to-order (MTO), make-to-stock (MTS) and hybrid production while managing demand, materials, capacity and delivery dates. SIX ERP connects bucket planning and material planning with shop-floor control, quality, traceability, inventory and finance—so teams can follow production from demand through to finished goods.
Manage customer-specific orders, forecast-driven stock and mixed production within one planning environment.
Group sales orders and forecast demand by period to review priorities and quantities before releasing production.
Compare BOM requirements with available stock and incoming supply to identify potential shortages before work begins.
Align planned operations with work-center availability and delivery dates, then adjust priorities as demand changes.
Give production teams work orders with the operations and material requirements needed to start the job.
Record status updates as work moves through production, helping planners monitor work in progress and respond to delays.
Capture actual material consumption and completed quantities against each work order to keep production and inventory records aligned.
Record quality checks and trace materials and finished products through the production process.
Bring customer orders and demand signals into production planning, keeping production priorities connected to delivery commitments.
Use planned requirements and stock information to coordinate material availability, purchasing and production.
Connect reported material use and completed output with inventory and finance processes.
Bring planning, work in progress, quality records and completed production into a shared operational view.
Every manufacturing business has its own production mix and priorities. Meet with a SIX expert to explore how connected planning, shop-floor control and traceability could support your operations.
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How are batch traceability and quality ensured?
Batch traceability and quality are ensured by tracking every item from procurement to consumption through connected workflows. Each batch can be followed from its source of acquisition through receiving, storage, production, and outgoing delivery. This creates a clear record of where the batch came from, how it was handled, and where it went, helping maintain quality, support audits, and quickly identify any issues.
How does ERP connect manufacturing with inventory and purchasing?
ERP connects manufacturing with inventory and purchasing by tracking every item used and produced throughout the production process. When a production order is created, the system checks available stock, reserves required materials, and generates detailed pick lists for the warehouse. As materials are consumed, inventory is updated in real time at the item level. If stock is low or unavailable, ERP can trigger purchasing or replenishment based on demand, lead times, and minimum stock levels. Finished goods are then added back into inventory when production is completed. This creates a continuous link between production planning, warehouse control, material consumption, purchasing needs, and stock accuracy.
Does SIX ERP support complex recipes and specifications?
Yes. SIX ERP supports complex recipes, specifications, and all types of bills of materials, including bucket orders generated before manufacturing or assembly. This helps manufacturers manage detailed product structures, ingredients, materials, and production requirements accurately throughout the manufacturing process.
What is manufacturing ERP, and how is it different from general ERP?
Manufacturing ERP is enterprise resource planning software built specifically for manufacturing operations. It connects workflows and data across departments such as production, inventory, purchasing, quality, maintenance, scheduling, engineering, sales, and finance so teams can plan, produce, track, and deliver products efficiently. It is different from general ERP because it includes manufacturing-specific functions like production planning, bills of materials, work orders, shop floor control, material requirements planning, quality management, and traceability. General ERP usually focuses more on financials, reporting, customer management, purchasing, and other standard business processes, but may not support the detailed operational needs of a manufacturing facility.
Does ManufacturingFlow connect production with other business processes?
Yes. ManufacturingFlow connects production with sales, purchasing, inventory, and finance, so manufacturing updates are shared across the wider business workflow. This helps teams coordinate demand, materials, stock levels, costs, and orders using consistent, up-to-date information.
Can we track work orders, quality checks and production traceability?
Yes. Teams can track work orders across work centers, record material usage and completed output, capture quality checks, and trace materials and finished goods throughout production.
How does SIX ERP help with material planning?
SIX ERP helps with material planning by connecting production requirements and bills of materials with current stock levels, purchase orders, and incoming supply. This gives teams a clear view of what materials are available, what is expected, and what may be short before production begins. It helps planners act earlier, reduce delays, and keep work moving more smoothly.
Can SIX ERP support make-to-order, make-to-stock and hybrid manufacturing?
Yes. SIX ERP supports make-to-order, make-to-stock and hybrid manufacturing. It helps manufacturers plan and coordinate production based on customer orders, forecast-driven demand or a combination of both.
