- Manufacturing - Solutions, NetSuite ERP
In today’s manufacturing landscape, staying ahead requires optimising every aspect of operations. Efficiency and precision are essential for businesses to thrive and grow in this competitive industry. However, many manufacturers face challenges that affect productivity, quality, and profitability.
NetSuite Advanced Manufacturing delivers a single, integrated cloud solution that replaces the disconnected systems manufacturers often rely on. Built on NetSuite ERP, it keeps manufacturing processes seamlessly connected to financial reports, inventory management, and outstanding orders in real time. This integration improves efficiency and supports business growth.
Common Challenges in Manufacturing
1. Inefficient Operations and Lack of Visibility
One of the most pressing challenges manufacturers face is inefficient operations and lack of visibility across their business. Inadequate systems and manual processes limit real-time visibility into inventory levels, production schedules, supply chain management, and financials, leading to production delays and mismanagement.
NetSuite Solution: NetSuite provides a centralised platform that integrates all core business functions, creating real-time data visibility and business awareness. Manufacturers can track production progress, monitor supply chain movements, and optimise resource allocation from a single system. This ensures smoother workflows and seamless communication between departments, reducing downtime and improving overall operational efficiency.
2. High Production Costs
Manufacturers struggle with rising production costs due to inefficiencies, wasted materials, and supply chain issues. Poor planning and lack of control over supply chain and inventory management further increase these costs. Fluctuating raw material prices and increasing operational expenses strain profitability.
NetSuite Solution: NetSuite’s advanced resource planning, supply chain, and inventory management features help businesses manage costs efficiently and reduce waste through seamless system integration and automation. Predictive analytics and real-time data enable manufacturers to anticipate supply and demand fluctuations, allowing them to adjust procurement strategies for cost-effective production.
3. Delayed Time to Market
Getting products to market quickly is critical for competitiveness. Delays in production due to lack of real-time data, supply chain disruptions, and inefficient order processing can slow this process. Without an agile, integrated system, manufacturers struggle to adapt to changing demand, leading to lost sales opportunities.
NetSuite Solution: NetSuite’s integrated supply chain management and production planning tools enhance operations, reducing lead times and improving coordination between teams. Workflow automation facilitates efficient order processing and production scheduling, accelerating time to market.
4. Over-Reliance on Multiple Systems
Many manufacturers depend on multiple platforms and third-party tools for accounting, inventory management, supply chain management, and production tracking. This fragmented approach creates inefficiencies, data errors, and increased operational risks. Disconnected systems create data silos, making it difficult to gain a holistic view of operations.
NetSuite Solution: NetSuite’s comprehensive ERP solution eliminates the need for multiple platforms. Its end-to-end functionality integrates every aspect of business management across departments, reducing complexity, improving data accuracy, and providing complete visibility of your entire operation.
The Benefits of NetSuite for Manufacturers
NetSuite’s advanced ERP capabilities offer numerous benefits to optimise manufacturing operations:
• Improved Operational Effectiveness – Real-time visibility and automation enhance efficiency across departments, optimising production schedules and reducing downtime.
• Reduced Cost to Produce – Optimised procurement, resource planning, and waste reduction lower production costs while maintaining high standards.
• Faster Time to Value – Efficient workflows and automation accelerate market readiness, allowing quick adaptation to changing demands.
• Less Reliance on Multiple Platforms – A fully integrated system reduces IT complexity, lowers costs, and improves data accuracy across the organisation.
• Improved Quality and Service – Automated processes ensure consistent product quality and compliance while reducing errors and delays.
• Single Source of Truth – Centralised data improves decision-making and reduces errors as all departments access the same accurate, real-time information.
• Seamless Integration – NetSuite ERP connects all business aspects, improving coordination and creating more efficient cross-departmental operations.
Drive Your Manufacturing Excellence with NetSuite’s ERP System
Manufacturers looking to stay competitive and offer seamless customer service must embrace innovative solutions. NetSuite’s ERP system provides the tools businesses need to simplify operations, reduce costs, improve productivity, and gain full organisational visibility.
To learn more about how NetSuite can transform your manufacturing business, download the NetSuite Advanced Manufacturing Guide 2025 and discover the power of a unified ERP system.
Here at OSSM, we specialise in delivering tailored NetSuite ERP solutions for businesses like yours. Contact us today by calling +353 (0) 1 811 3815 (Dublin) or +44 (0) 28 9002 353 (Belfast) or email us at sales@ossmcloud.ie.
About the Author
Rob Van Der Velden
Rob Van Der Velden is a Consultant at OSSM, specialising in NetSuite implementation project management. He oversees the entire process from pre-sales to training, with expertise in Manufacturing, Project Management, Service Management, CRM, and Distribution & Warehouse Management. Rob excels in workshops, process definition, data migration, customisation, and change management, providing strategic guidance to optimise business processes.