Tag: customer success

In the last four years, I’ve visited over 50 manufacturers and had the privilege of deep diving into their systems to provide insights on how they can improve their processes. At the core, all of them need to accomplish the same thing and do so by following these steps: The above steps require a chain…

Productivity plays an important role in the profitability and competitiveness of manufacturers by measuring the rate of output per unit of output. When productivity is high it can improve customer service, decrease operational costs, boost employee morale, and help the business achieve its financial goals. Maintaining high productivity levels is similar to achieving consistent product…

If everything went off without a hitch in manufacturing, life would be much simpler for those who make the products that are essential to our lives. Of course, nothing goes off without a hitch, but facing the challenges head-on can develop new ideas, improve problem solving skills, and lead to better products, more efficient processes,…

Smart decision-making in the business world has always been driven by data and analysis, especially in manufacturing shops where so many factors must be taken into consideration. Until computer systems became standard throughout the industry, production and performance data were tracked manually and disseminated throughout the company by hand. Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software revolutionized…

How many software companies provide free advanced training to their customers dozens of times each year for 15 years straight? Global Shop Solutions does. In fact, they have been doing so for 15 years with Friday Features, a high-level ERP training webinar helping customers simplify their manufacturing by continually improving their ERP skills. Friday Features…

Global Shop Solutions has set the dates for its annual ERP User Conferences. To allow flexibility and the best training options for all ERP users, the company is hosting two separate events – one onsite and one virtual. The onsite conference will be held at the Global Shop Solutions campus in The Woodlands, Texas from…

It’s rare to find employees who work 25 years at the same company, especially in the volatile software industry. That’s why Global Shop Solutions is proud to announce the 25th anniversary of Mike Melzer, Vice President of Operations & Service. “At Global Shop Solutions headquarters, Mike is often the first to arrive and the last…

In 1983, Brian Eilers bought a local machine shop and began manufacturing products for the farming industry. Forty years later, the family owned and operated company has evolved into a world-class supplier of close-tolerance fabricated metal products through cutting-edge equipment and technology. Recognized specialists in precision metal fabrication, Eilers Machine & Welding (EMW) currently fulfills…

As a 21st century manufacturer, technology is a crucial part of your operations. To be without the latest tech can leave you behind the pack. However technology isn’t always plug and play – having an expert at the ready to help you tailor and customize your ERP software can help you get it just right…

Scheduling is a critical aspect of any manufacturing process. It involves creating a plan and timetable for completing tasks, managing resources, and meeting customer demands. Without efficient scheduling, manufacturers can face significant problems, such as missed deadlines, understaffing, over-or-underproduction, and an inability to meet customer demand. ERP software can help manufacturers manage their shop floor…

When a business meets customer needs in a cost-effective manner year after year, their customers tend to stay with them a long time. Global Shop Solutions is a perfect example. A leading provider of ERP software for manufacturers around the world, Global Shop Solutions is proud to announce another one of their customers, CAP &…

A new ERP and mobile hardware investment is helping this trailer manufacturer reduce labor costs and simplify production. By replacing its legacy ERP software, adding mobile hardware and new Wi-Fi infrastructure, Felling Trailers automated workflows while reducing software licensing and support costs. If there’s one exception to the adage, “You get what you pay for,”…