At Broxton, our bespoke MRP system has been a game changer. Here’s why.
Fully integrated with our ERP system, we have an optimum flow of materials into the business.
The nuts and bolts of a perfect system
A great MRP system gives us accurate information and control throughout the production process.
- Manufactured parts have accurate Bills of Materials (BOMs).
- Raw materials are stock managed and have reliable supplier lead times.
- Our production system uses back loaded scheduling, encompassing the full sequence of operations with accurate batch and dwell times.
- Materials are correctly allocated to the operation that consumes them, so we know what we need and when we need it.
We even have automated systems that chase suppliers if materials are not received on the due date and emails warning production of a late material that could impact our schedule.
The benefits
Having the right MRP system in place brings a number of benefits to our production process:
- Eliminate material shortages and production hold ups
With accurate Bills of Materials, stock management and reliable supplier lead times, we have better control over the materials needed for production. - Reduce material inventory, freeing up space
By knowing what materials we need and when we need them, we can reduce unnecessary material inventory and free up valuable space. - Increase production efficiency
Back loaded scheduling, accurate batch and dwell times and correctly allocated materials help ensure the full sequence of operations is planned effectively. - Increase customer satisfaction
Ultimately, having an optimum flow of materials into the business helps us keep production moving and deliver a reliable service to our customers.