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Residential and Commercial Garage Door Design Trends for 2025

March 19, 2025
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| Categories: CPQ, Door Manufacturing, Engineer to Order, ERP Software, Make-to-Order, Manufacturing, Metal Services, Product Configurator, Uncategorized, Window & Door Manufacturing
garage door design, commercial garage door, residential garage doors

Did you know that the garage door industry is expected to grow to $9.94 billion by 2029? Accompanying that growth is an evolution in garage door design. Homeowners and businesses are demanding doors that are not only functional but also stylish, secure, and energy-efficient. In 2025, both residential and commercial garage doors trends will incorporate modern aesthetics, smart technology, and sustainable materials. For custom door manufacturers, keeping up with these trends means more than just offering new designs. It…

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US Manufacturing Growth Leads to Increased Sales for Your Business

March 12, 2025
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| Categories: CPQ, Door Manufacturing, Engineer to Order, ERP Software, Furniture, Make-to-Order, Manufacturing, MES, Metal Services, Sales Order Management, Uncategorized, Window & Door Manufacturing
US manufacturing growth, increased sales

The resurgence of US manufacturing growth isn’t just good news for factories—it’s creating ripple effects across the entire supply chain. As more companies look to bring production back to the US, demand is rising for raw materials, manufacturing equipment, and commercial infrastructure. This shift presents significant opportunities for businesses that supply materials, components, and specialized manufacturing solutions. Companies that support domestic production are poised for increased sales. But with new opportunities come new challenges—scaling operations, managing supply chains, and…

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5 Ways to Optimize Batch Manufacturing With ERP Scheduling Software

March 5, 2025
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| Categories: Door Manufacturing, ERP Software, Manufacturing, MES, Metal Services, Production Scheduling, Uncategorized, Window & Door Manufacturing, Window Treatment Manufacturing
batch manufacturing, erp scheduling software, production planning

Unlike continuous production, batch manufacturing produces goods in specific groups or quantities based on demand. It is common in industries like textiles, metals, windows, and doors. While this approach to production offers flexibility, it comes with challenges regarding planning and scheduling. This is where ERP scheduling software becomes essential. By integrating production planning, resource allocation, and real-time data tracking, ERP scheduling tools help batch manufacturers streamline operations, reduce waste, and meet customer deadlines more efficiently. What is Batch Manufacturing?…

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Navigating the Manufacturing Software Maze: How to Find the Best ERP for Manufacturing

February 3, 2025
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| Categories: Door Manufacturing, ERP Software, Furniture, Kitchen & Bath Cabinets, Make-to-Order, Manufacturing, Metal Services, 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

Choosing the right enterprise manufacturing software for your company can feel like navigating a maze. Some software solutions offer all the bells and whistles that you may never use. Others require extensive custom programming to handle your basic industry essentials. Finding the best ERP for manufacturing can be frustrating if you don’t plan properly. To ensure that you make the right software choice, you must understand what you are looking to gain from an ERP system. This blog will…

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