Industrial Equipment Manufacturing

Industry eBrief

Optimize,

Transform and Succeed

Industrial equipment manufacturers face complex business challenges. Especially now. 

It’s always been difficult to effectively manage parts, production, people and products. And, today, with the COVID-19 pandemic and resulting economic slowdown, it’s even harder. Supply chains continue to be disrupted. Distribution channels are unsettled. Costs are rising. And your customers are dealing with similar problems. 

The solution – in good times and bad – is to become more efficient. Fixing broken business processes. Eliminating workarounds and manual make-dos. Integrating core systems. Controlling inventory spend. Streamlining the supply chain. Managing overall costs and cashflow. Achieving transparency and visibility into every aspect of operations.

To do these things, you need the right ERP solution. But which is the best solution for your organization?   

We know that every organization is different. No company handles any phase of operations – estimating, configuration, orders, changes, planning, manufacturing, quality, purchasing, inventory, distribution, shipping, sales and field service – the same way. And no company has exactly the same processes. 

We’ve helped hundreds of manufacturers optimize operations with business process improvement, ERP software solutions and ERP implementations customized for the unique requirements of their organizations and their industry. 

Ultra’s expertise is in leading digital transformation projects that modernize, remake and accelerate existing processes. These business process optimization efforts are enabled by the latest ERP technologies and supported by exceptionally strong project management. 

The bottom line: Your job is to operate as efficiently as possible. Our job is to help you succeed – today and in the future.

Optimize,

Transform and Succeed

Resources for the Industrial Equipment Industry

On-Demand Webinar

Learn how to improve forecasting – and see demos of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance and Supply Chain. With Arbela.

Microsoft Dynamics 365 and artificial intelligence

Blog Post

Gain insight into how Industry 4.0 technologies are driving realignment of business processes and creating new value for manufacturers.

Podcast Episode

Hear about organizations that utilize AI to adapt to challenging times and maximize forecast accuracy. With Arbela.

Microsoft Dynamics 365 and artificial intelligence

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Resources for the Industrial Equipment Industry

Blog Post

Hygienic production components manufacturer loses legacy system and gains ability to expand.  Epicor E10

Blog Post

Outmoded custom ERP hinders process optimization, requires spreadsheets, manual processes and workarounds.  Infor CSI

On-Demand Webinar

Ultra and Terillium experts discuss 4.0 technologies and how they can be leveraged for business process improvement.

WATCH

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Resources for the Industrial Equipment Industry

Case Study

Precision MTO machining firm improves reporting, shortens order cycle, accelerates shipping, and automates planning and scheduling.  Infor Visual Enterprise ERP

Case Study

Industrial vacuum furnace maker seeks platform for growth, improved system integration and greater process efficiency. 

Infor CloudSuite™ Industrial (SyteLine) v9

Case Study

Materials handling equipment manufacturer chose Ultra to guide complex ERP software selection process, process redesign and implementation.  Microsoft Dynamics 365

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Proven Methodology

Ultra’s approach is unique in the industry – an end-to-end, four-phase methodology that drives improved business performance by transforming processes, enabling technology and increasing efficiency while managing and mitigating risk.

Business Process Improvement

Ultra establishes a foundation for each project by analyzing issues in the current state, educating the team on best practices and constructing a future state. 

Technology Selection

Ultra guides organizations through evaluations of technology options that have been successful in their specific industry.  

Implementation

Ultra resources provide the expertise and knowledge implementation teams require to ensure project success.   

Business Transformation

A critical success often overlooked upon go-live, transformation is required to facilitate the realization of the benefits and business case for the project ROI.

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Take a moment to explore how Ultra Consultants, as a trusted advisor with exclusive industry expertise, can guide your organization to sustained business process improvement.