Flow Manufacturing
With Flow Manufacturing, you can manage and control every stage of the production process, from planning to execution.
Flow Manufacturing integrates production data, ERP and industrial equipment, enabling you to increase productivity, ensure traceability and monitor operations in real time.
FLOW MANUFACTURING
Production management with
real-time data
Flow Manufacturing is a solution designed to manage and control the various stages of the production process, from planning to execution.
The platform enables the centralisation of information on production, quality, logistics, traceability and regulatory requirements, creating an integrated view of industrial operations.
By connecting ERP systems, equipment, PLCs, sensors and data collected directly from the factory, Flow Manufacturing helps companies reduce manual record-keeping, increase the reliability of information and make more accurate decisions.
From operations to
management data
Real-time monitoring
Track production status, times, consumption, stoppages and deviations as they happen, with up-to-date information to support faster operational decisions.
Industrial costing (ABC)
Analyse production costs based on actual activities, resources and consumption, gaining a more accurate picture of the impact of each process on the final cost.
Integration with ERP and equipment
Connect Flow Manufacturing to your ERP, machines, PLCs, scales, sensors and other industrial equipment, reducing manual data entry and improving the reliability of information.
Operational interface
An interface designed for industrial use, simple for on-site teams to use and designed to facilitate the recording, viewing and validation of production data.
Benefits
Greater control over every
stage of production
- Managing industrial costs in real time.
- To ensure full traceability and support for quality management systems, including HACCP, ISO 9000, ISO 22000, BRC and IFS.
- To improve the quality of the final product through greater control over processes, records and production parameters.
- To improve the total cost per unit produced, based on actual data from the industrial operation.
- Monitor operational compliance indicators, including OTCS (On-Time-Completed-Shipments).
- Integrate WMS functionality for more efficient management of stock, the warehouse and continuous stock-taking.
LNS Research and MESA International, 2014: a study carried out amongst more than 200 companies that use production management systems.
IMPLEMENTATION
How it works in practice
Flow Manufacturing is implemented in phases, allowing the operation to be prepared, systems to be integrated, production processes to be configured and the stabilisation of the solution to be monitored in a real production environment.
PREPARATION AND KICK-OFF
Estimated duration: T. 4M- Preparation for project launch
- ERP integration
- Initial site visit
- Implementation of goods receipts and returns to suppliers
OPERATIONAL IMPLEMENTATION
Estimated duration: T. 6M- Implementation of production processes
- Implementation of packaging processes
- Implementation of order picking processes
- Implementation of customer returns
- Integration
STABILISATION AND TRAINING
Estimated duration: T. 2M- Solution stabilisation
- Quality
- Additional training
PROJECT CONSOLIDATION
Estimated duration: T. 2M- Final implementation support
- Validation of configured processes
- Final operational adjustments
- Consolidation of solution adoption
Features for each stage of production
Process and product-based planning
Organise production planning based on processes, products, available resources and operational requirements.
Registration / Maintenance
Digitise operational records and track maintenance activities relating to equipment, processes or incidents.
Quality processes
Manage procedures, records and quality requirements, supporting systems such as HACCP, ISO 9000, ISO 22000, BRC and IFS.
Laboratory Analysis Procedures
Record and monitor laboratory analyses, control parameters and results relating to raw materials, processes or products.
Configurator
Configure processes, rules, workflows and operational data in line with the specific circumstances of each industrial unit.
Production
Track production orders, times, consumption, operations and process statuses in real time.
Orders / Customer Picking
Manage orders and picking processes, ensuring greater control over order preparation and dispatch to customers.
Purchasing / Receiving
Record purchases, receipts of raw materials and material receipts, with information integrated into the transaction.
Label Design
Create and customise product, batch or dispatch labels, ensuring clear identification that complies with operational requirements.
Shipments
Manage dispatch processes, load preparation, associated documentation and the dispatch of finished products.
Inventory
Track stock movements and update information on materials, products and stock levels in real time.
Returns
Record and track returns from customers or suppliers, ensuring traceability of the reasons, products and associated processes.
Stocks / Warehouses
Manage stock levels, locations, warehouses and internal movements with greater accuracy and operational visibility.
Documents
Centralise operational, technical and quality documents, making it easier to access the information required at each stage.
Audits
Support audit processes with organised records, documentary evidence and traceable information.
Incidents
Record any incidents relating to production, quality, equipment or processes, ensuring they are monitored and dealt with appropriately.
Alerts
Set up alerts for deviations, faults, critical limits or relevant events during the production process.
Product data sheets
Centralise technical product information, including compositions, parameters, processes, requirements and data essential to production.
ERP Integrations / Equipment
Connect Flow Manufacturing to the ERP system, industrial equipment, PLCs, scales, sensors and other factory systems.
Attendance Register
Identify any shortages of materials, products or components to support planning and prevent stock-outs.