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KRYTON Engineered Metals Inc. ERP Case Study

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Industry

Metal Fabrication

Challenge

KRYTON faced significant challenges due to manual scheduling processes, limited data visibility and inaccurate job costing. Unpredictable demand and reliance on disconnected systems resulted in high inventory carrying costs, unreliable ship dates and operational inefficiencies that hindered growth and customer satisfaction.

Results

By implementing Global Shop Solutions ERP, KRYTON gained real-time data transparency, precise production scheduling and robust inventory management. Within three months, the company saw measurable improvements, including a 20% reduction in inventory carrying costs, accelerated revenue growth within eight months and full data system accuracy achieved in one year. Enhanced visibility enabled KRYTON to deliver on customer commitments, optimize machine utilization and manage the entire business with confidence.

Key Applications

Inventory, Advanced Planning & Scheduling, Job Costing Accounting, Sales, Shipping

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20%
cut In Inventory Carrying Costs
100%
Data System Accuracy
100%
Real-Time Visibility

As a company, we now rely on the data rather than verbal communication, which makes everyone more efficient because we’re not always running around trying to get answers. This has produced a tremendous improvement in throughput on the shop floor, an increase in on-time deliveries – and a big jump in revenues.

Jason Mathern

IT Manager

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About KRYTON

KRYTON, based in Cedar Falls, Iowa, is a premier metal spinning company specializing in custom spun metal components and fabrication parts for domestic and international markets. Established in 1981, KRYTON serves diverse industries with advanced manufacturing technologies and is ISO 9001:2008 certified.

The Challenge

KRYTON encountered persistent obstacles common in job shop environments. The company relied on manual scheduling and fragmented data sources, leading to unreliable ship dates and costly inefficiencies. These challenges were compounded by unpredictable customer demand, making it difficult to maintain optimal inventory levels and achieve accurate job costing. As a result, KRYTON faced excessive inventory carrying costs and struggled to deliver consistent value to its customers.

The Solution

Seeking a better way to manage its complex operations, KRYTON evaluated solutions designed for custom manufacturers. After reviewing alternatives, KRYTON selected Global Shop Solutions ERP for its comprehensive capabilities in advanced planning & scheduling (APS), job costing accuracy and integrated inventory management. The implementation focused on creating real-time visibility and transparency across departments. As Jason Mathern, IT Manager, shared: "We installed the Job Costing Accounting module because we wanted more visibility and transparency of data throughout the business." With Global Shop Solutions, the team could trust their data, as Mathern noted: "Now that we can trust the data, we’re using the software to manage the entire business and it’s making a huge difference." The APS module enabled more reliable production planning, as Vice President Mike Zehentner explained: "With APS, we can provide accurate dates while also giving ourselves an internal cushion to hit those dates and make sure our machines are being fully utilized."

The Results

Just three months after implementation, KRYTON began to see meaningful operational improvements. The company reduced inventory carrying costs by 20%, a direct result of enhanced inventory visibility and demand-driven planning. Within eight months, these efficiencies contributed to record revenues, demonstrating the impact of the ERP system on business performance. Data system accuracy was fully realized within one year, empowering all departments to make informed decisions based on reliable information. The ability to provide accurate ship dates, reduce overtime and optimize resource utilization positioned KRYTON as a reliable partner in the market and supported ongoing growth.

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