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How Outdated Cost Estimation Methods Hurt Your Bottom Line

September 29, 2025
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| Categories: Accounting, ERP Software, Financial, Manufacturing, MES, Sales Order Management, Uncategorized
cost estimation methods, product costing, process automation

Many tools and cost estimation methods manufacturers use can make or break their company’s profitability margin. If cost estimates rely on legacy spreadsheets, static assumptions, or disconnected systems, they will likely result in underpricing, hidden waste, and lost opportunities. To stay competitive, businesses must modernize their cost estimation tactics, refine product costing, and adopt process automation to align estimation with the realities of modern manufacturing practices. The Problem with Outdated Cost Estimation Methods Many manufacturers continue with cost models…

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Revolutionizing Wood Products: New Materials, Smart Manufacturing

May 5, 2025
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| Categories: CPQ, Door Manufacturing, Engineer to Order, ERP Software, Furniture, Kitchen & Bath Cabinets, Make-to-Order, MES, Product Configurator, Uncategorized, Window & Door Manufacturing
millwork shops, edi orders, databroker, wood manufacturing, erp systems, data transfer, wood product manufacturing, sustainability, wood products

Wood product manufacturing is experiencing a renaissance, driven by breakthroughs in sustainable materials, digital technologies, and automated processes. From plant-based composites that rival traditional lumber to CNC-precision fabrication and real-time smart systems, today’s designers are reimagining how we source, shape, and finish wood products. In this era of customization and environmental accountability, manufacturers now have an opportunity to deliver high-performance, eco-friendly solutions while maintaining agility and profitability. The Latest in Wood Product Manufacturing Innovations in wood product manufacturing are…

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Are You Tracking These 10 Lumber Industry Supply Chain Metrics?

April 30, 2025
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lumber industry

In today’s volatile market, lumber companies face unprecedented challenges. Between shifting demand, rising logistics costs, and the ever-changing trade war, staying competitive requires more than just managing operations. It demands precision, foresight, and adaptability. And that starts with tracking the right supply chain metrics. From timber harvesters and sawmills to engineered wood product companies and distributors, every business in the lumber industry feels the ripple effects of global events and domestic policy shifts. Chief among these is the ongoing…

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Optimize Work Order Management and Reporting with Frontier ERP

March 17, 2025
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| Categories: ERP Software, Financial, Make-to-Order, Manufacturing, MES, Sales Order Management, Uncategorized
Frontier Quick Read, erp features, erp system tools, erp business intelligence, professional support, erp systems

Effective work order management is critical for keeping production on track, controlling costs, and ensuring smooth manufacturing operations. Yet, many manufacturers struggle with outdated or manual work order processes. Those can lead to delays, inaccurate job costing, and a lack of real-time visibility. Without a streamlined system, tracking production progress, labor hours, and scrap can quickly become overwhelming. ERP workflow automation can make a difference in this situation. A top ERP system for manufacturing, like Frontier ERP, automates work…

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Save Money With Textile ERP: Mitigating the De Minimis Exemption Rule

January 29, 2025
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| Categories: ERP Software, Furniture, Manufacturing, Supply Chain Management, Uncategorized, Window Treatment Manufacturing
textile erp, de minimus exemption, textile manufacturers

In a highly competitive market, US manufacturers face many economic challenges from global competitors. One such example is the United States government’s de minimis exemption rule. This regulation has significant implications for domestic producers, particularly in the textile industry, where low-cost imports often dominate. Some manufacturers support this rule for lower-value raw material imports. However, many US textile companies and industry groups object to the regulation because of its negative financial impact on the US textile industry. This article…

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5 ERP Supply Chain Features That Strengthen Your Supplier Network

December 18, 2024
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| Categories: ERP Software, Manufacturing, Supply Chain Management, Uncategorized

As many of us have learned from the pandemic, the supply chain is susceptible to major disruptions. We also discovered that expanding supplier networks are crucial for maintaining a robust and flexible supply chain. An Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system can significantly streamline this process, making it easier to manage and expand your network of suppliers. In this article, we’ll explore leveraging ERP supply chain features to extend your supplier network in preparation for more supply chain issues. Supply…

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Simplify CNC Automated Cutting with Frontier Cut Part Processing

October 28, 2024
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| Categories: Door Manufacturing, Engineer to Order, ERP Software, Furniture, Kitchen & Bath Cabinets, Manufacturing, MES, Product Configurator, Uncategorized, Window & Door Manufacturing, Window Treatment Manufacturing
home improvement business, year-end inventory, door manufacturing erp software, erp and manufacturing, standard operating procedures, forecast demand, erp software, dispatch planning, truckload shipping, order management, supply chain resiliency, ltl freight classification, indirect spend, direct vs. indirect spend, spend optimization, customer portal, account management, eCommerce ERP, distribution requirements planning, erps, drp, erp features

As a custom manufacturer, you depend on your CNC equipment for precise and efficient automated cutting. Do you find it time-consuming or difficult to map production specifications to your CNC machines? Are you tired of entering cut process details by hand or fighting with custom interfaces? If so, it’s time to take a hard look at how Frontier Cut Part Processing can eliminate your cutting nightmares. Frontier Cut Part Processing Frontier Cut Part Processing bridges the gap between your…

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ERP Software Cuts Wood Product Manufacturing Operating Costs

July 25, 2024
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| Categories: Door Manufacturing, ERP Software, Furniture, Kitchen & Bath Cabinets, Make-to-Order, Manufacturing, Sales Order Management, Supply Chain Management, Uncategorized, Window & Door Manufacturing
wood product manufacturing, reduce costs

High operating costs continue to be a major challenge for wood product manufacturing companies. Managing these expenses effectively is essential for maintaining profitability and growing your business. The wood manufacturing industry is characterized by its reliance on raw materials, labor-intensive processes, and energy consumption. This makes controlling operating expenses a critical factor for success. Finding ways to reduce costs without compromising on quality or productivity can be difficult. Traditional methods of cost management often fall short of providing the…

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How to Reduce Your Metal Service Center Costs

July 8, 2024
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metal service center

Running a steel or metal service center comes with its fair share of challenges. From managing inventory and optimizing production to maintaining quality and meeting customer demands. In this highly competitive industry, finding ways to save money without compromising on efficiency and service quality is crucial. That’s why it’s important to use software applications that can help optimize resources and streamline operations. In this post, we will explore the benefits of ERP, CPQ, and MES systems and how embracing…

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Increase Your Shop Floor Control with MES Software

March 22, 2024
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millwork, shop floor control, mes, furniture manufacturing

For custom manufacturers, staying ahead of the curve requires more than just efficient production methods; it demands precision, adaptability, and seamless coordination across every aspect of the shop floor. That’s why many businesses rely on MES software that effectively manages and streamlines production activities for better shop floor control. At Frontier, we understand the critical role that shop floor control plays in enhancing manufacturing operations. That’s why shop floor software, also called Manufacturing Execution System or MES, is a…

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A Guide to Lean Manufacturing and CPQ

January 17, 2024
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lean manufacturing waste, waste dial

Lean manufacturing principles are a cornerstone for businesses aspiring to optimize their processes. The benefits of this theory include diminishing manufacturing waste, boosting productivity, and delivering enhanced value to customers. A crucial ally in achieving these objectives is Configure, Price, Quote (CPQ) software that enhances efficiency and improves processes. What is Lean Manufacturing? Lean manufacturing operates on a systematic approach derived from the famed Toyota Production System. The central rule of lean is to maximize customer value while minimizing…

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