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A large product portfolio often indicates growth. But too many SKUs can create costly problems for a manufacturer. It ties up cash in inventory, complicates planning, and adds friction across purchasing, production, and fulfillment. SKU rationalization helps manufacturers cut that excess complexity without cutting the products that still matter. You can learn more in this episode or read about it on our blog For more information about the MRPeasy software, visit our website: mrpeasy.com

As its products grew more complex, Nexus ACS needed software to manage multi-level BOMs and to eliminate stockouts and excess inventory. “It enables us to operate efficiently. Being able to visualize everything, tie documents and drawings directly to parts, and keep all information in one place is a great value,” says Jason David, President. You can learn more in this episode or read about it on our blog For more information about the MRPeasy software, visit our website: mrpeasy.com

In 2026, SMEs in the manufacturing industry are facing pressure from several directions at once. Rising costs, labor shortages, supply chain disruptions, and scheduling issues can each create problems on their own. But they rarely stay isolated. That’s why overcoming manufacturing challenges starts with understanding how closely they’re connected. You can learn more in this episode or read about it on our blog For more information about the MRPeasy software, visit our website: mrpeasy.com

Managing costs is the crucial other end of maintaining profitability, alongside a proper pricing strategy. In this guide, we provide a practical overview of reducing manufacturing costs. We cover the main types of manufacturing costs (materials, labor, overhead), outline ways to reduce them, and explain how going lean can support cost reduction. You can learn more in this episode or read about it on our blog For more information about the MRPeasy software, visit our website: mrpeasy.com

The real challenge in manufacturing is implementing change in a way that people adopt while the manufacturing process, quality control, and delivery stay on track. This guide gives managers a practical process for rolling out change, monitoring results, and making the new method stick. You can learn more in this episode or read about it on our blog For more information about the MRPeasy software, visit our website: mrpeasy.com

After implementing an ERP, Light Composites has improved inventory accuracy and nearly eliminated stockouts. “Recently, we did an inventory check, and we were within 97 to 98% of what the system says we should have,” says Ryan Hosmer, CEO. You can learn more in this episode or read about it on our blog For more information about the MRPeasy software, visit our website: mrpeasy.com

Managing orders can be easy when your operations are small. But when you reach a certain point, order management can become too complex to do manually. This is where digital order management solutions are essential. You can learn more in this episode or read about it on our blog For more information about the MRPeasy software, visit our website: mrpeasy.com

Whether you’re a manufacturer, a retailer, a wholesaler, or a distribution center, efficient warehouse operations are crucial to your success. A clear process flow, powered by a warehouse management system, keeps orders on time and costs under control. You can learn more in this episode or read about it on our blog For more information about the MRPeasy software, visit our website: mrpeasy.com

Consistency is key in manufacturing, and that’s where properly crafted SOPs earn their keep. When you do the same thing the same way, you get predictable results. When results drift, an SOP gives you a baseline for troubleshooting. After writing hundreds of SOPs over a 36+ year career in manufacturing, here’s what I’ve learned. You can learn more in this episode or read about it on our blog For more information about the MRPeasy software, visit our website: mrpeasy.com

Inventory tracking means monitoring stock movements to increase visibility in the company’s supply chain. This added transparency helps businesses improve their ordering and overall inventory management practices, ensure traceability, and make sure that items are exactly where you need them, when you need them. You can learn more in this episode or read about it on our blog For more information about the MRPeasy software, visit our website: mrpeasy.com

Supply chains don’t break politely. They break on a Friday afternoon. A vendor slips up on a delivery or your freight gets delayed. Now you’re expediting, rescheduling, and explaining missed ship dates. Modern supply chain planning helps you identify problems earlier and make informed trade-offs. Here’s how to build resilience that protects your bottom line. You can learn more in this episode or read about it on our blog For more information about the MRPeasy software, visit our website: mrpeasy.com

In the old days, every part of a supply chain was made up of trading partners who knew each other by name. Transactions were sealed with a handshake or a phone call. But with the global supply chains of the 21st Century, supply chain management has become more complex. You can learn more in this episode or read about it on our blog For more information about the MRPeasy software, visit our website: mrpeasy.com

If you’re a small or mid-sized manufacturer, adopting an agile approach can help you respond to changing customer requirements and fast-moving markets. In this podcast, you’ll learn what agile manufacturing is, whether it’s a good fit for your business, and how to put it into practice. You can learn more in this episode or read about it on our blog For more information about the MRPeasy software, visit our website: mrpeasy.com

It started as a study on baby diaper consumer demand variability by Procter & Gamble in the 1960s and was quickly adapted into a role-play simulation by the MIT Sloan School of Management called “The Beer Game”. But the bullwhip effect’s impact on manufacturers and supply chain management is anything but fun and games. You can learn more in this episode or read about it on our blog For more information about the MRPeasy software, visit our website: mrpeasy.com

Traceability is of vital importance in the food and beverage industry as it may directly impact consumers’ health and well-being. When a defective product or contamination is found, whether before or after shipment, finding the source of the problem expediently is the top priority to ensure public health. You can learn more in this episode or read about it on our blog For more information about the MRPeasy software, visit our website: mrpeasy.com