The definition of a successful manufacturing enterprise is one that builds the right products, at the right time, for the right price. That's why so many manufacturing companies today are focused on managing the entire value-added chain, from the supplier to manufacturer, right through to the final customer. Supply Chain Management (SCM) has one overriding objective: to get more through-put from existing resources. Supply Chain Management (SCM) functionality helps companies reduce inventory, increase the transaction speed by exchanging data in real-time, and increase sales by implementing customer requirements more efficiently. The Macola ES Distribution package meets the diverse needs of expanding businesses by providing superior inventory control, accurate customer order processing, efficient procurement functions, strong bill of materials processing and automatic data collection.

• Through the use of portals, our users can collaborate with customers and see a real-time view of activity across the organisation. It starts with the ability to accurately forecast customer demands, then effectively plan and schedule the flow of materials through the enterprise to assure on-time delivery and maximum discounts from suppliers.
• Macola ES Supply Chain Management (SCM) solution enables you to track orders from beginning to end, right out to the customer. And you can make changes on-the-fly. All corporate information is located in one database, saving employees valuable time when looking for information. Drill down reporting and analysis is at your fingertips, keeping the process running smoothly.
• Manage your customer's expectations by providing realistic product delivery dates based on actual and planned material availability, current production capacity and vendor lead times. Exact gives you the tools to evaluate options for expediting materials or adding capacity to meet a requested date, or propose alternate delivery options when you cannot meet the customer's requested date.
• Avoid out-of-stock and excess inventory situations by following recommended job and purchase order processes. You can purchase materials "just-in-time" relative to the live production schedule.
• Generate advanced, customisable sets of internal reports that make a difference to your bottom line.