In a traditional ERP system, every product variant, even if it differs only in dimension, must have its own unique identification number, called an index. This approach, while simple, leads to absurdity in industries with high product variability. Imagine a massive warehouse containing 3,500 to 4,000 unique elements. In a standard system, each of these elements would need its own separate index. This means thousands, or even hundreds of thousands of entries to manage, which leads to chaos and makes the system inefficient. At Gardens-Software, we think differently. Our system does not create thousands of indexes, but one object that is fully configurable. Thanks to this, we can retain all product characteristics, regardless of its parameters. One product, an infinite number of variants.
In our system, we can create and tailor configurators for you that are able to generate product recipes based on a set of rules and parameters. This approach eliminates the need for manual data entry, which is a huge time saver and reduces the risk of errors. Instead of manually creating every product from scratch, we create a "formula" that can modify itself depending on the variables provided.
Imagine you manufacture prefabricated elements. In the Gardens ERP system, the designer enters the parameters of the element, e.g.:
and many others that will be necessary, and the system automatically generates a complete recipe (BOM list) and technical documentation. This allows the designer to focus on their work instead of wasting time on monotonous data entry during the quotation stage. Thanks to this, the specialist does not waste time on manual work but focuses on what they do best.
What's more, our configurators can do much more than just generate bills of materials. It is also able to estimate the time required to manufacture a given element, taking into account its unique characteristics. For example, the concrete drying time depending on the mix used, the concreting time dependent on the element's cross-section, or the reinforcement preparation time dependent on the weight and diameter of the reinforcing bars used. Thanks to this, you can plan production much better and avoid delays. How we tailor the configurator depends only on you and the specific needs of your business.
In the case of several construction companies that use the Gardens ERP system, the configurator is used at the quotation level and subsequently to create complete recipes. In another company in the same industry, the configurator is used to design separators or manholes. These products, although simple at first glance, actually require taking into account many parameters, such as the number of inlets, outlets, or the sealing method. Our system automatically takes all these variables into account, allowing for the creation of precise and complete designs.
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If you want to learn more about how we can help you create a configurator in the ERP system and how it can improve your business processes, contact us.
