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CPQ Software for Glass Cabinets Integrates Design and Manufacturing

September 24, 2025
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| Categories: CPQ, ERP Software, Glass, Kitchen & Bath Cabinets, Uncategorized
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Glass cabinets have been stylish in kitchens, bathrooms, and entertaining spaces for years. They offer a sleek, sophisticated look that highlights the contents of the cabinets while maintaining durability and design flexibility. The complexity of designing and manufacturing glass cabinets is ever-present. Unlike standard DIY cabinetry, glass cabinets require precise measurements, specialized materials, and careful assembly to ensure safety, functionality, and aesthetic appeal. For manufacturers, this means that every step, from concept to delivery, requires accuracy and efficiency. Managing…

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Glass Manufacturing: Hidden Labor Costs That Hurt Profits

September 15, 2025
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| Categories: Accounting, Door Manufacturing, ERP Software, Glass, Kitchen & Bath Cabinets, Manufacturing, MES, MES, Uncategorized, Window & Door Manufacturing
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Glass manufacturing can be a high-margin industry, but hidden labor costs often eat into profits before manufacturers even realize it. For window, door, and cabinet manufacturers, unmonitored employees, inefficient workflows, and overlooked overhead can quietly reduce margins. Leveraging your ERP system features is key to uncovering these hidden expenses and protecting profitability. This article examines hidden personnel expenses in glass manufacturing and provides strategies for identifying and managing costs using ERP solutions. Understanding Labor Costs in Glass Manufacturing Personnel…

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Parametric Configurators Are Essential for Multi-Option Glass Products

August 27, 2025
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| Categories: CPQ, Door Manufacturing, ERP Software, Glass, Make-to-Order, Manufacturing, Product Configurator, Production Scheduling, Sales Order Management, Supply Chain Management, Uncategorized, Window & Door Manufacturing
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Manufacturing custom glass products for windows, doors, and specialty applications involves a wide range of options. From dimensions and glazing types to frame materials and hardware configurations, the combinations can quickly become overwhelming. Traditional manual processes, such as spreadsheets, paper forms, or basic software, often lead to errors and inefficiencies when attempting to manage the numerous options. However, ERP-integrated parametric configurators provide an automated solution to manage complexity while maintaining accuracy and efficiency. Understanding Parametric Configurators in Glass Manufacturing Parametric…

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Opportunities for Building Product Manufacturers in a Slow Housing Market

August 11, 2025
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| Categories: Door Manufacturing, Engineer to Order, ERP Software, Furniture, Glass, Kitchen & Bath Cabinets, Make-to-Order, Manufacturing, Metal Services, Sales Order Management, Uncategorized, Window & Door Manufacturing, Window Treatment Manufacturing, Wood Products
trade apprenticeships, apprenticeship, skilled labor, building product manufacturers, housing market

High interest rates and a slowdown in new home construction can feel like a setback for building product manufacturers. However, these economic shifts often present new opportunities for companies that are prepared to adapt. By understanding how demand patterns change during these times, manufacturers can reposition themselves to thrive, not just survive, until the housing market rebounds. Understanding the Current Housing Market The 2025 housing market is being shaped by two major factors: persistently high interest rates and ongoing…

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The Best Industry-Specific ERP Features by Frontier: From Our Library

July 14, 2025
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| Categories: Door Manufacturing, Engineer to Order, ERP Software, Furniture, Glass, Industrial Products, Kitchen & Bath Cabinets, Make-to-Order, Manufacturing, Metal Services, Uncategorized, Window & Door Manufacturing, Window Treatment Manufacturing, Wood Products
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Frontier ERP is purpose-built for manufacturers who design, build, modify, or assemble products to order. We serve a wide range of industries—each with its own set of challenges, workflows, and customer expectations. From cabinets to HVAC systems, we deliver ERP features that adapt to the specific demands of your operations, helping you run smarter and scale faster. Every manufacturer faces unique operational challenges, and industry-specific ERP functionality can make all the difference. At Frontier ERP, we understand that cabinetry…

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Complete Guide to Lightweighting Windows for Manufacturers

June 18, 2025
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| Categories: Engineer to Order, ERP Software, Glass, Make-to-Order, Manufacturing, Product Configurator, Uncategorized, Window & Door Manufacturing
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As the building materials industry evolves, window manufacturers are constantly challenged to deliver stronger, more efficient products without increasing cost or complexity. One strategy that’s gaining attention is lightweighting—a design and production approach focused on reducing the overall weight of windows without sacrificing performance. In this guide, we’ll break down what lightweighting really means and why it matters to your customers and your bottom line. Plus, learn how your ERP system can support lightweight window manufacturing from concept to…

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The Revival of Skilled Labor: Trade Apprenticeships Lead the Way

June 2, 2025
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| Categories: Door Manufacturing, Engineer to Order, ERP Software, Furniture, Glass, Kitchen & Bath Cabinets, Make-to-Order, MES, Metal Services, Uncategorized, Window & Door Manufacturing, Window Treatment Manufacturing
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As the United States continues to navigate economic shifts, technological advances, and global competitiveness, one truth stands out: our country still needs tradespeople. The demand for skilled labor is not fading—in fact, it’s growing. Trade apprenticeships remain one of the most effective ways to meet this need, offering young adults and career changers a direct path to meaningful, high-paying work without the burden of student debt. A National Push for Skilled Workers In a move to bolster the skilled…

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6 Exciting Glass Design Trends for Home and Office

May 29, 2025
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| Categories: CPQ, Door Manufacturing, Engineer to Order, ERP Software, Glass, Make-to-Order, Manufacturing, Uncategorized, Window & Door Manufacturing
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Glass continues to play a transformative role in modern architecture and interior design. From sleek office partitions to elegant residential facades, the versatility of glass design makes it a go-to material for homeowners and commercial property developers. As trends in aesthetics, energy efficiency, and smart technology evolve, the demand for advanced glass solutions is growing fast. This blog post explores the latest trends in glass home design and office spaces. Plus, learn more about the industry and solutions to…

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