ERP holds the key to resource efficiency

Effective resource management is mission-critical for the UK’s movers and makers. Challenging economic conditions call for greater efficiencies, and digital technologies are transformational in raising your game through the power of real time data. At NexSys we help businesses use SYSPRO to boost output by optimising resource allocation, streamlining operations and reducing waste.

Be it people, materials or schedules, using resources more effectively provides an opportunity to improve the bottom line. At a time when margins are being squeezed and sales are harder to come by, making the most of what you already have can be the best way of securing competitive advantage.

Industry built SYSPRO ERP gives business leaders the insight they need to drive efficiencies right across their operations. We have identified five areas in which businesses can use digitalisation to do more with less.

1. Resource use

Businesses are under increasing pressure to drive decarbonisation and embrace resource efficiency to improve their sustainability credentials. SYSPRO ERP provides the insights needed to implement an effective carbon reduction plan.

Use fit for purpose ERP to cut operating costs at the same time as improving your sustainability credentials. With accurate, up-to-date information, you can quickly spot and highlight inefficiencies. By optimising production scheduling, your business can ensure equipment runs at peak efficiency. It also integrates seamlessly with IIoT (Industrial Internet of Things) devices allowing you to collect data from sensors across your shop floor and use this information to drive continued improvement.

2. People power

Effective ERP helps business improve operational performance without the need to increase headcount. People are your greatest asset and using them more effectively could hold the key to building operational resilience.

SYSPRO helps automate mundane tasks from order processing to data entry, freeing up employees to get on with higher value work. Employing talent more effectively will not only help boost productivity but attract and retain the skills you need to thrive. Robust production planning ensures staffing levels are aligned with real-time demand, whilst streamlining HR functions supports more effective resource management by simplifying a range of processes from timekeeping to performance reviews.

3. Optimised inventory

Poor warehouse management adds an unnecessary cost burden. SYSPRO ensures that resources are managed more efficiently. It allows for the accurate tracking of raw materials, components, and finished goods and demand forecasting helps businesses reduce overstocking, minimise waste and reduce operational costs.

SYSPRO Inventory Management allows business leaders to ensure that stocks are maintained at the right place, at the right time, and in the right quantities to satisfy customer demands and maximise profitability.

4. Materials sourcing

SYSPRO’s Bill of Materials manages detailed component lists for each product to accurately calculate material requirements and costs. With Material Requirements Planning, purchase orders can be automatically generated for raw materials based on production schedules and inventory levels.

The system helps the business use materials more efficiently and reduce waste across the supply chain. It enables users to set up and manage sourcing strategies, recommending approved suppliers based on set criteria, utilise advanced forecasting and demand planning to accurately determine purchasing requirements, and monitor supplier performance. This not only assures the right materials are sourced at the right time, but mitigates risks and supports due diligence through data-driven metrics.

5. Money management

Financial resources are the lifeblood of your business and must be managed effectively, especially when there is downward pressure on profits. Insight is key to reducing waste, making informed spend decisions and tracking return on investment. This is where ERP comes to the fore.

SYSPRO provides a unified view of financial data, supporting better budgeting, cash flow tracking, and expense management. Real-time insights enable businesses to identify cost-saving opportunities and allocate funds more effectively so that you get more bang for your buck.

The Make UK’s Executive Survey 2025 highlights how boosting productivity and driving efficiencies will be the key to success in the year ahead. More than half (52%) of manufacturers surveyed expect an improvement in deployment of technology in 2025 as they look to empower their teams through digitalisation.

At NexSys we understand the challenges businesses face in the current climate. By integrating and automating key business processes, ERP provides real-time insights that help organisations optimise their resources. With features like inventory management, demand forecasting, production scheduling, and energy tracking, SYSPRO ERP reduces waste, improves decision-making, and ensures resources are allocated effectively. Talk to our team today about how we can help transform your business.