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Frontier 4.2: The ERP Upgrade You’ve Been Waiting For

February 28, 2025
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| Categories: ERP Software, Make-to-Order, Manufacturing, MES, Uncategorized
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The Next Step in Your ERP System Evolution Friedman Corporation is thrilled to announce the release of Frontier 4.2 on February 28, 2025! This latest version of Frontier ERP brings a range of performance upgrades and user interface (UI) enhancements designed to elevate your business processes. If you’re a current customer looking to streamline operations further, this ERP upgrade delivers game-changing improvements. Explore Friedman’s advanced IBM ERP features for details. Why Upgrade to Frontier 4.2? Technology is evolving, and…

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2025 CONVERGE User Conference: Embrace Innovation and Collaboration

December 30, 2024
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| Categories: ERP Software, Uncategorized
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Announcing the 2025 CONVERGE User Conference Today’s business landscape is ever-changing. Manufacturers encounter constant challenges like supply chain uncertainty, high-level consumer expectations, and rapid technological advancements. To stay competitive, you must quickly adapt, rethink strategies, and embrace innovation. Navigating this unpredictability requires staying informed, agile, and connected. Leveraging existing enterprise resource planning solutions is vital for future growth. Connecting with industry experts to explore new strategies and technologies can help you on your road to success. Gathering, sharing insights,…

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Critical Custom Manufacturing Year-End Tasks

December 6, 2023
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| Categories: Accounting, ERP Software, Financial, Make-to-Order, Manufacturing, Production Scheduling, Uncategorized
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The end of 2023 is nearly here. Companies are hustling to fill the last purchase orders before the holidays so employees can take a much-needed break. While many in the custom manufacturing industry would rather be enjoying festivities, critical end-of-year obligations cannot wait. Typical assignments at this time usually include holiday production scheduling, financial closing, and yearly physical inventory. Often these are considered daunting and unpleasant duties for those involved. However, businesses can improve their year-end processes while planning…

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How CPQ Improves Materials Management

November 2, 2023
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| Categories: CPQ, ERP Software, Manufacturing, Uncategorized
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Manufacturers using ERP software with CPQ find greater success in materials management Manufacturing is a highly complex industry, requiring meticulous orchestration of various components to produce high-quality products efficiently. One of the most critical aspects of this process is materials management. This is the area that must handle resources, supplies, and inventory effectively. In this article, we’ll delve into the world of materials management. We’ll define Configure, Price, Quote (CPQ), and detail how combining CPQ with your Enterprise Resource…

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ERP Software Implementation: 5 Areas for Focus

October 26, 2023
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| Categories: ERP Software, Make-to-Order, Manufacturing, Uncategorized
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What Discrete Manufacturers Need to Know Implementing an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system is a significant endeavor for any discrete manufacturing company. The right ERP software can streamline operations, improve efficiency, and drive growth for your company. However, the wrong choice — or a poorly executed implementation — can lead to cost overruns and operational disruptions. To reduce uncertainty in this complex process, your project team must take a systematic approach. That means looking beyond the names you’ve heard…

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Cloud ERP Software: Unleash the Power of IBM

October 4, 2023
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You don’t have to buy an IBM system to get all the benefits of using IBM. Manufacturing software like Friedman’s Frontier ERP is available as a cloud-hosted solution. It will run on the IBM i operating system that runs on IBM Power Systems servers. This makes Frontier cloud ERP software an ideal choice for forward-thinking manufacturing businesses. Cloud ERP Software: The IBM Advantage. Before discussing the advantages of cloud ERP software, let’s recognize the undeniable strengths of the IBM…

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