ERP for Engineering and Manufacturing Companies

Gain Control of Jobs, Materials, and Production in One System

Engineering and manufacturing companies need more than a generic ERP. You need a system that understands jobs, multi-stage production, complex BOMs, and real-time visibility across the shop floor.

Track jobs accurately

Plan materials effectively

Deliver on time

The Challenges Engineering Companies Face

Engineering and manufacturing businesses face specific operational challenges:

  • Jobs are tracked in spreadsheets or whiteboards
  • Material shortages cause delays at the wrong time
  • No clear view of job progress across the shop floor
  • Costing is estimated rather than tracked accurately
  • Delivery dates are missed because planning is reactive

Without the right system, these problems only get worse as the business grows.

Works order detail in Fraction ERP

Built for Engineering — Not Adapted to It

Fraction ERP is designed for how engineering companies actually work.

Make-to-order workflows

Multi-stage production

Complex BOMs

Dynamic scheduling

MRP for engineering companies

Plan Materials Based on Real Demand (MRP)

Material planning should be driven by your orders — not guesswork.

  • Plan material requirements based on demand
  • Avoid shortages and production delays
  • Reduce excess stock and wasted spend
Works order register for engineering jobs

Manage Jobs from Start to Finish

Every job needs structure — from order to completion.

  • Track progress through every stage
  • Manage priorities across the shop floor
  • Keep production and planning aligned
Job costing for engineering

Accurate Job Costing — Not Estimates

Know exactly what each job costs — and whether it is profitable.

  • Track labour, materials, and time per job
  • Compare planned vs actual costs
  • Identify unprofitable jobs before it is too late
Real-time production visibility

Real-Time Visibility Across Your Operation

Stop chasing updates — see everything in one place.

  • Live job status across the shop floor
  • Accurate inventory levels at all times
  • Clear visibility of what is on track and what is not

Still Using Spreadsheets to Run Your Engineering Business?

Replace spreadsheets with ERP

Many engineering companies rely on Excel to manage jobs, materials, and production. This leads to:

  • Manual data entry and duplication
  • Errors and inconsistencies
  • No real-time visibility
  • Time-consuming administration

Fraction ERP replaces spreadsheets with a single, connected system.

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One System for Your Entire Operation

Everything works together — no silos, no duplication.

Sales

MRP

Inventory

Scheduling

Shop Floor

Purchasing

Everything updates in one place, in real time.

Is This Relevant to Your Business?

If any of the following apply, Fraction ERP is built for you:

  • You manufacture engineered products to customer orders
  • Your production involves multiple stages, operations, or work centres
  • You need better control of job costs, materials, and delivery dates
  • You are ready to move away from spreadsheets and disconnected systems

Frequently Asked Questions

What is ERP for engineering companies?

ERP for engineering companies is a system that connects sales, materials planning, production, job costing, and delivery into one integrated platform — designed for how engineering businesses actually work.

How does ERP help with job costing?

ERP tracks labour, materials, and production time against each job, giving you accurate planned vs actual costs and clear visibility of profitability.

Is Fraction ERP suitable for small engineering companies?

Yes — Fraction ERP is designed for growing manufacturers and engineering companies. It is simple to use, fast to implement, and scales as your business grows.

Take Control of Your Engineering Operation

If your business is still relying on spreadsheets or disconnected systems, you are not operating at full potential. See how Fraction ERP gives you the tools to plan, manage, and deliver.