Frederick’s Machine & Tool Shop, Inc. ERP Case Study

Industry

Make-to-Stock

Challenge

Frederick’s Machine operated with a basic accounting system that lacked the functionality required for accurate cost analysis, process automation and end-to-end operational visibility. As a manufacturer of custom and made-to-stock metal products with strict quality and compliance demands, the company needed a solution to automate purchasing, manage inventory and track quoting to support business growth and regulatory requirements.

Results

In just three months, Frederick’s Machine successfully deployed Global Shop Solutions ERP, leading to measurable improvements in purchasing, billing and invoicing workflows. Real-time shop floor data collection enabled precise labor tracking and job costing, while automated inventory and procurement processes reduced manual effort and increased order accuracy. Extensive on-site and online training, combined with rapid support response times, ensured a smooth adoption and long-term process improvement.

Key Applications

Inventory, Advanced Planning & Scheduling, Shop Floor Data Collection, Job Costing Accounting, Accounting, Estimating & Quoting, Purchasing, Sales

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100%

Paperless Time Tracking

Inventory Shortages

100%

Real-Time Job Costs

Centralized System

I like to say that we used to be in the dark ages, and Global Shop Solutions brought us into the light. In my estimation, it offers the best value in ERP systems on the market.

Ovide Mercure

Controller

About Frederick’s Machine & Tool Shop, Inc.

Frederick’s Machine is a manufacturer specializing in custom and made-to-stock metal products for commercial and industrial markets, requiring rigorous quality and compliance standards. Founded in 1965, the company operates four separate divisions – job shop, sub-sea machining and fabrication, waterjet cutting and wireline tools – that provide specialized components for industry leaders like Halliburton, Oceaneering, Schlumberger and more.

The Challenge

Frederick’s Machine faced limitations with their existing basic accounting software. The lack of integrated manufacturing ERP capabilities restricted their ability to perform detailed cost analysis, automate purchasing and manage inventory efficiently. These challenges hindered their ability to maintain rigorous quality standards, control costs and support scalable growth in a highly competitive and regulated environment.

The Solution

After evaluating their operational needs, Frederick’s Machine selected Global Shop Solutions ERP software for its robust manufacturing ERP capabilities, including advanced job costing, process automation and real-time inventory management. The decision was reinforced by the platform’s proven track record in the manufacturing sector and its comprehensive training and support resources. Implementation was completed in just three months, with 8 days of on-site training and 10 hours of online learning to empower staff across departments. According to Vincent Codispoti, Chief Financial Officer, “The biggest benefit has been the level of job costing sophistication and the ability to automate many of the activities and processes we used to do manually. Before, we never had the shop floor control we needed to really grow the business. With Global Shop Solutions, we have it now.”

The Results

Following implementation, Frederick’s Machine experienced significant operational improvements. Automated inventory and purchasing workflows reduced manual intervention and improved accuracy, while real-time data collection enabled precise job costing and labor tracking. These advancements allowed the company to optimize purchasing, billing and invoicing processes, providing the operational control and visibility needed to sustain quality, compliance and business growth.