ERP for manufacturing

Yes, we are in no way affiliated with any ERP suppliers, which means we can provide a truly independent ERP selection service.

Yes, ERP Guide’s services are completely free and without obligation.

Our services are available in the Netherlands, Belgium, Luxembourg, France, Germany, Switzerland, Austria, The United Kingdom, Ireland, Italy and Spain.

Once you’ve completed the selection tool, one of our software experts will get to work on your answers. They’ll map out your needs and requirements and identify which ERP suppliers have experience with your sector, business activities and company size. If anything is unclear, the expert will get in touch with you to clarify everything.

A good salesperson is never (entirely) objective, but we are. We ensure you get a fair and comprehensive picture of the ERP market.

We only match you with ERP suppliers whom we know are capable of handling the project. This ensures you are put in touch exclusively with ERP suppliers who have experience with your sector, business activities and company size, and who can deliver within the desired timeframe.

We use your contact details solely for the ERP selection process. We handle them with care and do not retain them for longer than necessary. Would you like to know more about how we handle your privacy? Please read our privacy statement.

Companies process large amounts of information every day. Customer data, orders, invoices, stock levels, schedules and financial records: as an organisation grows, it becomes increasingly difficult to keep track of all this manually. An ERP system brings all these departments and tasks together in a single centralised environment. This ensures that everyone is working with the same, up-to-date data. A change made in one department is immediately visible to the rest.

Absolutely. Whether you’re a start-up, a sole trader or a multinational: every business can benefit from an ERP system. A common misconception is that ERP is only for large organisations, or that it’s always expensive. That’s not true: these days, there are plenty of solutions specifically tailored to small businesses, both in terms of functionality and price. Some providers even focus entirely on them.

We don’t just help with selecting an ERP system. You can also come to us if you’re looking for any of the following systems: Business Intelligence (BI), BPM, CRM, DMS, HRM, SCM, TMS or WMS.

AI within ERP is developing rapidly, and exactly what is possible varies greatly depending on the supplier and solution. There is as yet no single answer to what ‘AI in ERP’ entails; one provider uses it in a completely different way to another.

However, a number of trends are emerging. These include predicting demand or stock requirements based on historical data, flagging anomalies in figures, or providing suggestions for work scheduling. The aim is usually the same: less manual research and better-informed decisions.

As the capabilities vary significantly from one system to another, it is wise, when making a selection, to carefully assess what an AI feature actually delivers in practice and whether it is genuinely AI or simply ‘ordinary’ automation.

Yes, our service is completely free and without obligation. You never pay anything, and you’re under no obligation whatsoever.

We operate in the Netherlands, Belgium, Luxembourg, France, Germany, Switzerland, Austria, the United Kingdom, Ireland, Italy and Spain. Are you looking for an international partner? We can help with that too.

Within 1 to 2 working days of completing the form, you’ll have a clear idea of which ERP suppliers are a good fit for your organisation.

No, we do not supply software ourselves and are involved solely in the selection process. You decide for yourself which suppliers you wish to proceed with, if any, and which you do not.

We handle your data with care and only share the information necessary to make the right match. We never share contact details with third parties without your consent.

Please fill in our form anyway. Together, we’ll assess whether this is indeed the best choice for your situation. Often, there are other ERP systems that are even better suited to your wishes and needs.

Certainly. Our database comprises hundreds of suppliers who, in addition to ERP, often specialise in other business software.

Our service is suitable for organisations that are seriously looking for new business software. Our database of suppliers is hugely diverse: from suppliers that focus specifically on SMEs to major players that supply software to multinationals.

In that case, a consultation with one of our software experts is the right first step. We’ll help you clarify your needs and requirements, so you can properly assess whether a new system makes sense.

Nothing. Our service is completely free for you as the client. Whether you ultimately decide to proceed with a software supplier or not: you’ll never pay us anything, at any stage.

Yes, we are in no way affiliated with the software suppliers we match you with.

Once you’ve completed the selection tool, our software experts will analyse your answers and draw up a detailed report: your sector, company size, current software, wishes and requirements. Based on this, we select only suppliers with experience in your sector and with similar projects. As we’ve been doing this since 2007, we’ve built up a wide network of suppliers, all of whom have their own specialities.

Within 1 to 2 working days of completing the form, you’ll hear from the first interested ERP suppliers.

No, certainly not. You can withdraw at any time, even if you’re already in contact with suppliers. You’re not entering into a contract with us; there are no obligations and no hidden terms.

Absolutely. Whether you’re a start-up, a sole trader, an SME or a multinational: our service is suitable for businesses of all sizes.

We operate in the Netherlands, Belgium, Luxembourg, France, Germany, Switzerland, Austria, the United Kingdom, Ireland, Italy and Spain. Are you looking for an international partner? We can help with that too.

As well as ERP software, we’re also happy to help with the selection of Business Intelligence (BI), BPM, CRM, DMS, HRM, SCM, TMS and WMS.

A simple implementation can easily take three to six months, whilst more complex projects can take over a year

As soon as you lose track of stock, planning or production costs, or when you’re growing and your current working methods are no longer scalable, it’s time to make the move to ERP.

Yes. Because everyone works from the same information, there are fewer errors caused by miscommunication or duplicate data entry. Traceability and quality control also become much simpler.

The costs depend on the size of your business, the number of users and the features you require. In addition to licence fees, implementation, training and maintenance also factor into the cost.

Manufacturing ERP is often more expensive than a standard implementation due to customisation and integrations with machinery or production processes: the link to the shop floor makes the process more complex. As this varies greatly depending on the production method, machinery and supplier, we have deliberately chosen not to quote a fixed amount here: our free selection tool will provide you with a price estimate tailored to your specific situation.