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Insights and updates about manufacturing ERP, production scheduling, and how to get the most from your systems.

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Revolutionise Your Manufacturing Floor: The Power of Production Scheduling Software

Learn why so many manufacturers have adopted production scheduling software

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The benefits of manufacturing scheduling software

If you are unsure why you would use manufacturing scheduling software for your factory, read this!

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Simple ERP and the gift of reduced admin

A simple ERP system should allow you to re-direct your admin resource into more productive activities. Find out more ...

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Purchase Order Management System Overview

Fraction ERP is a purchase order management system; discover more here.

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Save time scheduling your factory with these three features

Learn how some of our advanced scheduling features can help save your team hours every week managing and optimising y...

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Sunrise meetings: a tool for higher on time delivery performance and better ERP utilisation

If you haven't tried the sunrise meeting approach yet, and want to improve your delivery performance, check out this ...

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Five traps to avoid that kill ERP implementations

Don't ruin your ERP implementation! Avoid these five traps.

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Production planning software features to speed up your office

Learn how our production planning software helps speed up your factory planning activity.

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Production Scheduling Improvements

Learn about two of our recent improvement to our production scheduling system

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Speed up your purchasing team with our RFQ process!

Use Fraction ERP's RFQ process to speed up your purchasing team.

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Simple purchase order management system

Discover how Fraction ERP can speed up and simplify your purchasing activities.

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ERP demo - feel the fear and do it anyway?

Thinking of skipping the ERP demo and letting your team take the strain? Think again...

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How shop floor data capture links with our drag and drop scheduler

Did you know that completing operations via SFDC automatically updates our scheduler, work to list and production tra...

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Moving from spreadsheets to ERP

If you are wrestling with leaving your production spreadsheets, and fully embracing your ERP system, check out this a...

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New batch traceability feature

Our new batch traceability function makes tracking production even easier.

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Fraction ERP - purchase order inventory management system

Learn how Fraction ERP handles purchasing, inventory and helping you to simplify your manufacturing administration.

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New look 'shop floor data collection'

We've updated the shop floor data capture function in Fraction ERP, making it easier for the production team to log p...

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ERP MRP Software

Confused about the difference between ERP and MRP software? Let us clear this up for you!

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Drag and drop scheduling

If you aren't sure what the term 'drag and drop scheduling' means, check out this article.

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OMG!!! Is that all I have to do?

This was a near verbatim 'testimonial' from one of our new clients last week.

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Production scheduling software - the key to productivity

If you don't know why having a production scheduling software solution is important for your factory, read this post.

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Supercharging ERP performance by writing things down!

Stop relying on your memory for your factory's to do list and use Fraction ERP's built in task management system.

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Video demo now available

Watch our long form video demo and take a guided tour of Fraction ERP at your leisure.

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The Fraction speedrun!

How fast can you input an order into Fraction ERP? Some interesting feedback from a user was recently received...

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The best way to evaluate an ERP system?

Nothing comes close to a free trial and testing out a system your way!

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NEW - drag and drop scheduling

Yes! You can now automatically schedule your works orders and then fine tune the schedule with our drag and drop tools.

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ERP and MRP software - what's the difference?

Confused about the terms ERP and MRP software? This article explains the basic differences.

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Cloud ERP - five ways it can make your life easier!

Cloud ERP can bring numerous benefits to you and your business, including these five.

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How disciplined working in an ERP system improves results

Should an ERP company change their software to suit your business processes?

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Do you want to help build a better ERP system?

Our development roadmap is built in partnership with our users. Do you want to help build an amazing ERP system?

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How Fraction ERP can save you two hours per day

Discover how you can save time in your working day using Fraction ERP.

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Shop Floor Visual Management

Find out how Fraction ERP can help you to quickly see what is going on in your factory

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A quick way to achieve results with ERP

Learn this time tested method to improve the results in your business!

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Can ERP systems save you money?

If you are wondering if an ERP system can save your business money (instead of being a cash drain!), the short answer...

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Simple ERP - when would I need that?

Find out more about what a simple ERP system is and who it is ideal for.

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ERP dashboard - keeping your finger on the pulse

Learn why a good ERP dashboard can be a game changer

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Shop floor data collection: five great uses

Shop floor data collection can bring some incredible benefits to a manufacturing business. Learn about them in this s...

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ERP demo - getting the most from your time

Get the most out of ERP demos with this guide to spending your time wisely.

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Stop spending too much money on ERP!!!

If you are concerned about spending too much money on an ERP system, check out this post!

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Our parts import tool saves you BOM planning time

Our new parts import function can save you hours building your Bill of Materials

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Manufacturing scheduling software for small business is the new black!

We've kept our scheduling tool simple so every manufacturer can effectively load their production teams. Find out mor...

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ERP demo? Just show me the system!

If you are sceptical of slick sales people, you've come to the right place... we have no slick sales techniques!

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My top five features in Fraction ERP

Learn which features of Fraction ERP are Giles' top five. Clue - he used to be a production manager!

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Update to quotes - product images

Discover the new features and improvements we've made in February 2024.

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Nonconformance management software

Learn how Fraction ERP works as nonconformance management software.

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Is simple ERP the future?

Why would anyone want a simple ERP system? This article gives you five good reasons.

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Do you have your finger on the pulse of your NCRs?

Many businesses have a love / hate relationship with their NCRs (Non Conformance Reports). They know they need to do ...

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New SFDC live operations screen

Learn more about the recent change to the shop floor data capture live operations screen.

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Shop Floor Data Collection - why you need it

Find out our top four reasons for using shop floor data collection (SFDC).

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Putting our money where our mouth is!

Did you know that we use Fraction ERP in our own manufacturing business?

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Managing continuous improvement using Fraction ERP

Learn how the task management function of Fraction ERP makes our system more than just a cloud ERP system.

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Using Fraction ERP 'on the go'

Discover what Fraction ERP looks like on a mobile device.

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Cloud ERP: Three reasons it will make your life better in 2024

Discover three really good reasons to use a cloud ERP system

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A fast way to find your ERP system

If you are struggling to whittle down the vast range of ERP options, try this fast method to find your ideal software.

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New Task Management Function

Our new task management module can help you to assign tasks to your team from within Fraction ERP

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ERP online demo - how it works

Find out how our ERP online demo works.

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New C of C function

We've added a new certificate of conformity feature to the Shipments page.

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How to choose ERP software for your business, without the pain!

If you are put off a new ERP system because of the selection and evaluation exercise, read this article. It doesn't h...

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Your cloud MRP software business case

If you don't know where to start with your MRP / ERP business case, start here!

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The benefits of a simpler ERP system

'Simpler' doesn't mean 'lacking'! Learn why Fraction ERP is proud to be a simpler ERP system and the benefits it can ...

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How forward scheduling works in Fraction ERP

Learn about ERP scheduling approaches and how we designed Fraction ERP to provide you with a simple, but effective, s...

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How Fraction ERP's invoicing works

Find out how easy ERP invoicing is with Fraction ERP

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What makes Fraction ERP different

Find out how the team at Fraction ERP think and the approach we took to build our ERP system

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Take the chaos out of goods inwards!

If you are getting lost with your goods inward inspection duties, check out this simple feature of Fraction ERP

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Non conformance dashboard

Good quality management is built into Fraction ERP - find out how in this article.

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What are the steps involved in ERP implementation?

Implementing an ERP system doesn't have to be a scary, difficult or expensive proposition. Learn more in this article.

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Cloud MRP Software

Learn more about the benefits of cloud MRP software

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What order management software do you use?

ERP systems are excellent order management software tools. Save time if you are still using spreadsheets and whiteboa...

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What do I do first if I don't understand ERP systems?

If you have no idea where to start with ERP systems, check out this article.

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Cloud MRP Software - what is it?

If you have heard the term Cloud MRP Software but aren't sure what it means, check out this post.

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Can I deploy an ERP system without consultants?

If you are concerned that the cost of an ERP system deployment can spiral and that you have to use external consultan...

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Simple production scheduling software

If you think ERP scheduling has to be complicated and difficult, think again! Simple production scheduling software i...

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ERP isn't a silver bullet!

If you are looking to move to ERP, or replace an existing system, read this first!

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ERP scheduling software

ERP scheduling software doesn't have to be complex or expensive. Learn more here.

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Cycle counting as an ERP stock management strategy

Learn what cycle counting is, how it can make your production life easier, and Fraction ERP makes it simple.

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How an ERP system works

If you aren't sure how an ERP system works, read our high level overview.

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MRP software for small business

MRP software for small business. Is it worth the effort? We say yes!

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Our new support site is live

Our new support website is live. Check out our simple tutorials to get the most from Fraction ERP.

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SFDC is easy with Fraction ERP!

We've added a new feature to create shop floor work to lists even faster.

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How to use an ERP dashboard

Learn how to get the most out of an ERP dashboard.

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What is erp mrp software?

Find out the difference between the commonly used erp / mrp terms and download our free guide.

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Purchase order inventory management systems

Learn more about purchase order inventory management systems. Low cost and simple cloud ERP.

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Sage integration is now part of Fraction ERP!

One of our latest upgrades is integration with Sage cloud accounting.

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Improving on time delivery with Fraction ERP

Discover five practical strategies you can deploy to improve your on time delivery performance.

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Order Management Software - moving to an ERP system

If you are looking for an order management software solution that is flexible, cost effective and quick to learn... y...

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Save time with your estimating with our price break tool

Using Fraction ERP can help you to speed up your costing and quoting activities.

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Understanding the impact of a new ERP system

You need to consider the impact an ERP system will have on your resources. Read this and choose wisely!

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Is it hard to implement an ERP system?

It doesn't have to be! Learn more about our free implementation guide and why we built Fraction ERP.

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Consolidating sales order demand

Grouping sales order demand can simplify production and administration. Learn more here.

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Allocate stock straight to your sales orders

If you operate a make to stock business then check out our fast workflow.

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Works Order start date feature

Learn why our works order start date feature is a great tool for your business.

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Linking manual purchase orders to work orders

New update allows you to manually align your purchases with your work orders, to aid traceability.

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User based time zones? Work even more flexibly!

Collaborate across different time zones with our latest update.

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February 2022 updates

Many improvements and upgrades have been bundled together in this latest update

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Using a Sunrise Meeting to drive your ERP system performance

Discover this simple, and powerful, management approach to get the most from your ERP system.

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Shop floor tracking

Find out what you can do if you start using automated shop floor tracking tools.

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Manufacturing scheduling software for small business

Effective scheduling tools are accessible for small manufacturing businesses when you use Fraction ERP.

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ERP system selection

Improve your ERP system selection with this practical advice. Free implementation guide available.

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Non conformance reporting within ERP

Discover how Fraction ERP can support non conformance reporting

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October 2021 updates

Find out about the updates we released for our cloud ERP system, during October 2021.

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Will an ERP system slow a small business down?

Find out how a well selected and deployed ERP system can speed up your business (not slow it down!).

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Six ways an ERP system can reduce costs

Discover six practical ways that an ERP system can help reduce costs for your business

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September 2021 updates

More changes added to our cloud ERP system this month.

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How manufacturers can increase profit with ERP

Find out how an ERP system can help improve the profit of your business

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SFDC (Shop Floor Data Collection) comes free with Fraction ERP

Don't worry about paying more to track production through your shop floor.

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Sage 50 Manufacturing - end of support

Support for Sage 50 Manufacturing ends 30th September 2021. Are you looking for an alternative?

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Take control of your BOMs

Controlling your Bill of Materials is straightforward with our cloud ERP system.

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Shop floor tracking on your smartphone

Fraction ERP works great from a smartphone, laptop, tablet or PC!

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Walking the walk...

We put our money where our mouth is by using Fraction ERP in one of our manufacturing businesses.

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Save time viewing your production demand

Quickly review your manufacturing demand and raise stock work orders with our cloud ERP system.

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Quick review of part activity

Learn how you can quickly jump around Fraction ERP, via the Part Activity screen.

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Speeding up purchasing activities

The updates to the part demand screen speeds up purchasing activities.

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The cost of not moving to an ERP system

Sometimes it can feel easier to stay with your whiteboard than embrace ERP. This article looks at both sides of the c...

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Adapting to the change that ERP brings

Embrace the change period that inevitably comes with adopting a new system with these tips.

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New email function

Find out how our pre-filled email system works within our cloud ERP system.

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ERP Glossary

If you are new to ERP, then check out our glossary / ERP explainer.

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Free ERP Systems Guide

Get the most out of your ERP system with our free guide 'Looking Before You Leap'.

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June 2021 updates

Latest updates to Fraction ERP

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Start with the dashboard view

Reduce your management time and increase your effectiveness with exception reporting.

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Managing operator and workcenter capacity in one go!

Fraction ERP will let you schedule workcenters, operatives or both! Find out more in this article.

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The new daily production scheduling method

Find out how our daily scheduling tool works.

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5 ways to make your ERP system more accurate

Improve the results you get from your ERP system with these practical ideas to increase system accuracy.

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Active scheduling of your planning horizons

Reduce time spent on scheduling production by using planning horizons

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What is a straightforward and low cost ERP system?

Find out what makes Fraction ERP straightforward and low cost.

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Using your ERP system to improve on time delivery performance

Use your ERP system to drive up your on time delivery performance

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May 2021 updates

Latest updates to our cloud ERP system

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Housekeeping: getting the most from your ERP system

Discover how housekeeping can improve the performance of your ERP system.

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Fraction ERP's BOM approval process

Find out how the BOM approval system works within Fraction ERP.

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Growing your business with an ERP system

Find out how an ERP system can help you to grow your business, whilst avoiding common pitfalls.

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ERP system benefits

If you aren't sure what ERP system benefits include, check out this article.

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Taking baby steps when moving to an ERP system

Implementing an ERP system doesn't have to be an ordeal. Find out how you can deploy Fraction ERP in bite sized chunks.

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Cloud ERP system overview

We've got a new overview video. Find out what has happened with Fraction ERP over the past few months.

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Shop Floor Data Collection - The Production Manager's best friend!

Find out how Fraction cloud ERP can help you to save hours tracking down production.

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Effective Cloud ERP system on your mobile devices

See how our cloud ERP system appears on smartphone, tablet and PC screens.

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What happens during a free demonstration?

Find out what happens when you sign up for a free demo of our cloud ERP system.

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Fraction ERP system walkthrough videos

View the Fraction ERP walkthrough videos and find out more about our cloud ERP system

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Perpetual inventory and Fraction ERP

Perpeptual Inventory approaches can help improve supply chain responsiveness as well as provide opportunity for busin...

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Stock alert function now added

Learn how our stock alert function works within our simplified stock management approach.

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General updates to Fraction ERP

Find out what updates we've been working on for the past couple of months.

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Fraction ERP support pages now available

Learn how to access our support pages and tutorial videos.

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Using the 5 Why method with Fraction ERP

Learn how the '5 Why' root cause problem works and how it is integrated with the NCR module of Fraction ERP.

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5 steps to get Shop Floor Data Collection working for you

Shop Floor Data Collection can be a blessing, but only if you deploy it successfully!

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Simplified purchasing

Learn more about our simple approach to effective purchasing within ERP.

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Don't fight with your work to list!

Fighting your work to list can often end up with an ERP system that ineffective. Read this article and make sure this...

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Make to stock work orders

If you operate in a make to stock environment, check out this video walkthrough.

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Non Conformance Reporting

Learn how Fraction ERP handles non conformances, NCRs and corrective actions.

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Shop Floor Data Collection - the shop floor view

Find out what the shop floor teams see when using Fraction ERP.

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Shop Floor Tracking Tools

Discover how our shop floor and production tracking tools work.

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Keep up to date with Fraction ERP

Find the best channel to keep up to date with Fraction ERP

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BOM Module Video

Discover how quickly BOMs and routes can be created using our BOM module.

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Effective ERP: Moving from management grip to efficiency

Get the most from your ERP system with this simple approach to improvement.

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Contracts Management Module - Video

Learn more about how Fraction ERP manages quotations and sales orders.

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The benefits of Shop Floor Data Collection (SFDC)

Discover the benefits of an effective SFDC system and how Fraction ERP handles this function.

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Creating quick quotes and updates

Discover how the quick quotation and revision tools work.

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The Digital Factory

Discover how quick and simple scheduling, balancing out your production orders and informing your teams can be.

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New weekly scheduling board

Learn what changes we've made to our weekly scheduling function. We've made it simpler and more visual.

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ERP success: managing processes rather than relying on your memory

If you use your ERP system to focus on your business processes then great things can happen!

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Fraction ERP is fully mobile!

Discover the small change we have made to make Fraction ERP fully mobile.

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Who designed your ERP system?

What if an ERP system was designed by engineers / manufacturing professionals with experience of running factories?

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Using Fraction to create fast, customised, BoMs

If you don't want to spend time creating BoMs and routes for your products then check out how fast it can be with Fra...

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Balance your shop floor workloads with simple scheduling tools

Discover the capacity scheduling tools we have in Fraction ERP.

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ERP systems don't get you off the hook with management!

If you want to learn a faster way to manage your business with ERP, read this article.

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An ERP system that works from anywhere?

Covid-19 isn't helping businesses to run as usual. A cloud ERP system, however, can make life easier.

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How useful is your business dashboard?

Does your ERP dashboard help you to make good decisions faster?

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5 Reasons Why Cloud ERP Makes Sense

Are you thinking about moving to a cloud solution for your ERP system? Here's five good reasons to consider.

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5 Reasons Fraction Simplifies ERP Activity

Learn how we designed Fraction ERP to take away the effort from managing and using ERP activities.

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Do you really know your manufacturing capacity?

This isn’t a trick question.

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What is ERP?

Don't know what an ERP system is? Find out here.

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Using Kanban With Your ERP System

Can you use Kanbans with an ERP system? Yes! Learn more with this article.

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Are your ERP users properly trained?

Have you defined the one best way to work? If not, it might be time to do so!

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Five common errors to avoid with your ERP system implementation

ERP system implementation - it’s something that can really make or break the effectiveness of your manufacturing busi...

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Why a simple ERP setup is often the best

ERP is meant to be simple and help your business. If it isn't and doesn't read this article now.

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Visual planning for shop floor capacity

Capacity planning is a key task for any manufacturing business. If you get it right it can maximise the utilisation o...

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Does your skills matrix tie in with your ERP system?

Do you use a skills matrix in your organisation?

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Perpetual Inventory Systems and your peace of mind!

Using perpetual inventory systems can improve your overall productivity. Check it out with Fraction ERP.

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Manufacturing Execution Systems - why SFDC matters

Get more from your manufacturing execution system when you properly deploy SFDC (Shop Floor Data Collection). Read mo...

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Fraction ERP - the next generation

After multiple tweaks to the first iteration of Fraction we have now migrated it to another business, this time with ...

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The first step in the evolution of Fraction ERP

Well, we’ve made a start!

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The journey has begun!

Fraction ERP is starting to be developed.

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