Author: Brad Weinstein

Within many business systems, there is always a need for the collection, storage, and processing of sensitive corporate data – which must be protected against unauthorized access, use, and disclosure.  Acumatica ERP is no different, and in order to protect this data, user security is broken down into four different elements: administering user accounts, restricting access to information, enforcing site security policies, encrypting sensitive data.   Administering User Accounts In...

SmartLists can be a simple and efficient way to create customized data views in Microsoft GP.  Currently, methods you can use to create a new SmartList: using SmartList Designer or using SmartList Builder.  Because SmartList Builder is not natively built into GP, today we will be creating a SmartList using Smartlist Designer.   1 - Open SmartList (Dynamics GP -> SmartList). Click the ‘New’ button. 2 - Next, enter a...

Since its initial release in 2016 and re-branding in 2017, Microsoft Dynamics 365 for Finance and Operations has become a recognized ERP system within the manufacturing ecosystem.  One of the ways Microsoft has established its up and coming dominance in the space is through consistent development.  For many companies, the constant stream of new features is ideal, as it provides increasing functionality with each update.  But what about the companies...

One major factor in a manufacturer’s success is the dependability of their suppliers.  Are your raw materials being delivered on time? Are you receiving the actual quantity that you ordered?  In many cases, not knowing the answers to these questions can become a detriment to your manufacturing business.  When it comes to the performance of your suppliers, ignorance is NOT bliss.  Tools that allow you to compile data and statistics...

Forecasting demand is a significant business challenge and can be highly disruptive when done incorrectly or inadequately.  The inability to predict an influx of sales orders and other dependent demand will likely lead to the detriment of production planning.   From there, production planning problems can permeate into other areas of the business, potentially leading to capacity and production line scheduling issues, among others.  Although accurate demand forecasting may be a...

In today’s markets, pressure is constantly being placed on manufacturers to provide their customers with increasingly complex products.  Many customers are demanding detailed, customized products and sometimes this demand can be difficult to fulfill, especially in a timely manner.  Additionally, in some instances a disconnect can occur between the product idea sold by the salesperson and the actual manufacturing feasibility of the product, creating costly issues.  For manufacturers experiencing this...