Episodes

Wednesday Feb 22, 2023
Success Story: Health Snack Maker Gets Fit with Manufacturing Software
Wednesday Feb 22, 2023
Wednesday Feb 22, 2023
Whole and Free Foods, the Chicago-based manufacturer of Every Body Eat® wellness snacks, cuts down on waste, improves its production processes, and achieves healthy growth by using manufacturing resource planning software.
You can learn more about it from this episode or read the article here
More information about MRPeasy software at our website mrpeasy.com

Wednesday Feb 15, 2023
What Is Economic Order Quantity (EOQ) and the EOQ Formula?
Wednesday Feb 15, 2023
Wednesday Feb 15, 2023
Economic order quantity is a supply chain management technique used to determine the optimal lot size per order. This is done in order to avoid stockouts and overstocking, thereby balancing inventory costs and opportunity costs.
You can learn more about it from this episode or read the article here with examples.
More information about MRPeasy software at our website mrpeasy.com

Wednesday Feb 08, 2023
What is Reorder Point and Reorder Point Formula?
Wednesday Feb 08, 2023
Wednesday Feb 08, 2023
Keeping optimal stock levels in order to avoid stockouts is an integral task of inventory management. One of the most fundamental ways in which to ensure this is setting and maintaining the right reorder points.
You can learn more about it from this episode or read the article here.
More information about MRPeasy software at our website mrpeasy.com

Wednesday Feb 01, 2023
What is Consignment Inventory?
Wednesday Feb 01, 2023
Wednesday Feb 01, 2023
With eCommerce taking the world by storm and complex, continent-spanning supply chains the new normal in retail, selling goods on consignment is gaining popularity across diverse manufacturing sectors. In this post, we look at what is consignment inventory and weigh its pros and cons.
You can learn more about it from this episode or read the article here.
More information about MRPeasy software at our website mrpeasy.com

Wednesday Jan 25, 2023
Success Story: Brill Power Powers Up its Production Management with MRP Software
Wednesday Jan 25, 2023
Wednesday Jan 25, 2023
UK battery management system manufacturer Brill Power gets a power boost in their manufacturing and inventory management by implementing an ERP/MRP system. “None of what we do at present would be possible without MRPeasy,” says Stuart Grondel, Strategy and Operations Manager.
You can learn more about it from this episode or read the article here.
More information about MRPeasy software at our website mrpeasy.com

Wednesday Jan 18, 2023
What Are Backorders? Meaning, Causes, and Tips
Wednesday Jan 18, 2023
Wednesday Jan 18, 2023
For manufacturers and distributors alike, backorders constitute a reliable means of keeping up sales even after goods have gone out of stock. In this article, we look at the meaning and causes of backorders and weigh their pros and cons.
You can learn more about it from this episode or read the article here.
More information about MRPeasy software at our website mrpeasy.com

Wednesday Jan 11, 2023
What is a Multi-Level BOM (Indented BOM)?
Wednesday Jan 11, 2023
Wednesday Jan 11, 2023
A multi-level BOM is a bill of materials that represents the composition of various subassemblies in addition to the final product. This type of BOM becomes indispensable when a certain level of product complexity is reached but there are also situations where the use of a multi-level BOM is unwarranted.
You can learn more about it from this episode or read the article here.
More information about MRPeasy software at our website mrpeasy.com

Friday Dec 23, 2022
A Day in the Life of a Manufacturing Elf
Friday Dec 23, 2022
Friday Dec 23, 2022
Peasy the Elf is the Production Manager of Santa’s Workshop. Leaning on some software magic and his decades of experience in manufacturing, he makes sure the right presents reach the right people each holiday season.
You can learn more about it from this episode or read the article here.
More information about MRPeasy software at our website mrpeasy.com

Wednesday Dec 21, 2022
Cost of Goods Sold in Manufacturing – How to Calculate COGS
Wednesday Dec 21, 2022
Wednesday Dec 21, 2022
The many cost-oriented KPIs in manufacturing accounting constitute some of the most important financial metrics for manufacturers and distributors. In this post, we look at the function and relevance of one such KPI – the Cost of Goods Sold.
You can learn more about it from this episode or read the article here.
More information about MRPeasy software at our website mrpeasy.com

Thursday Dec 15, 2022
How to Use Inventory Tags and Labels to Organize Inventory?
Thursday Dec 15, 2022
Thursday Dec 15, 2022
Inventory tags and labels are an essential tool for organizing your inventory. From increasing efficiency in the stockroom to improving traceability in the supply chain, tagging and labeling your items and equipment can bring your company many benefits.
You can learn more about it from this episode or read the article here.
More information about MRPeasy software at our website mrpeasy.com

Wednesday Dec 07, 2022
Wednesday Dec 07, 2022
Thanks to decades of business experience and a reliable software partner since day one, high-precision component manufacturer MPW Precision has found a fast route to success.
You can learn more about it from this episode or read the article here.
More information about MRPeasy software at our website mrpeasy.com

Wednesday Nov 30, 2022
Inventory Planning – A Quick Guide
Wednesday Nov 30, 2022
Wednesday Nov 30, 2022
Inventory represents the very foundation of any manufacturing or distribution operation. Keeping the raw materials, WIP, and finished goods inventories at optimal levels is crucial for short- and long-term business success.
You can learn more about it from this episode or read the article here.
More information about MRPeasy software at our website mrpeasy.com

Wednesday Nov 23, 2022
QuickBooks in Manufacturing – How to Make It Work
Wednesday Nov 23, 2022
Wednesday Nov 23, 2022
QuickBooks is one of the most popular accounting systems among growing businesses today. But when it comes to production management, the software needs a substantial amount of extra power. Here is how to make QuickBooks work in a manufacturing company.
You can learn more about it from this episode or read the article here.
More information about MRPeasy software at our website mrpeasy.com

Wednesday Nov 16, 2022
Root Cause Analysis in Manufacturing – A Simple Guide
Wednesday Nov 16, 2022
Wednesday Nov 16, 2022
Root cause analysis is a process used to find the underlying causes of problems in manufacturing. By identifying the root cause of a problem, you can fix that problem once and for all—without having to deal with recurring issues or high costs again down the line.
You can learn more about it from this episode or read the article here.
More information about MRPeasy software at our website mrpeasy.com

Wednesday Nov 09, 2022
Wednesday Nov 09, 2022
High-tech electronics manufacturer Cantium Scientific was among the first one hundred companies to choose MRPeasy as their preferred manufacturing ERP. Having used the software for almost six years, MD Stephen Plumridge says: “MRPeasy effectively runs our business for us, it’s the framework for how we manage things.”
You can learn more about it from this episode or read the article here.

Thursday Nov 03, 2022
Job Order Costing in 6 Easy Steps
Thursday Nov 03, 2022
Thursday Nov 03, 2022
Job order costing allows companies to allocate manufacturing costs to specific jobs, thereby helping them to give more accurate quotes, measure production efficiency, determine the profitability of specific jobs, and draw better budgets.
You can learn more about it from this episode or read the article here.

Thursday Oct 27, 2022
Traceability in the Food Industry – Basic Requirements and Best Practices
Thursday Oct 27, 2022
Thursday Oct 27, 2022
Few manufacturing sectors are as dependent on good traceability practices as the food and beverage industry. In this article, we look at why traceability is so important for food manufacturers and which features should be foremost implemented.
You can learn more about it from this episode or read the article here.

Wednesday Oct 19, 2022
How to Communicate Effectively in a Manufacturing Company?
Wednesday Oct 19, 2022
Wednesday Oct 19, 2022
An exchange of information is necessary to trigger any kind of action and as such, communication is an essential part of any manufacturing business. Improving your communication process and practices can therefore have a significant effect on the efficiency of your business.
You can learn more about it from this episode or read the article here.

Wednesday Oct 12, 2022
Purchase Order Management – Achieving Consistent Deliveries
Wednesday Oct 12, 2022
Wednesday Oct 12, 2022
For any manufacturing company that relies on components and raw materials from suppliers, purchase order management constitutes an important set of practices that can significantly simplify the procurement process. In this article, we look at how to achieve consistent success with your procurements using the best purchase order management practices and solutions.
You can learn more about it from this episode or read the article here.

Wednesday Oct 05, 2022
Serial Number Tracking in Manufacturing
Wednesday Oct 05, 2022
Wednesday Oct 05, 2022
Knowing the location and details of materials, components, and products as they move through inventory and the shop floor is important for any manufacturing company. Serial number tracking is one of the essential tools for ensuring traceability in manufacturing.
You can learn more about it from this episode or read the article here.