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ERP software is an essential tool for manufacturers. However, simply having an ERP system is no longer enough.

Change has been on our minds a lot lately. Maybe it’s because the last few years have taught us that the ability to pivot and change is a necessary skill that all businesses, especially manufacturers, need to have.

Marketing plays a crucial role in the success of any business, including small- to medium-sized manufacturing companies—especially if you want to grow your business.

The last few years have been challenging, to say the least, for manufacturers — and economic uncertainty still lurks.

With equipment downtime, maintenance costs and unexpected breakdowns posing significant challenges, custom manufacturers are increasingly turning to predictive maintenance to improve efficiency and control costs.

Investing in an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system is one of the biggest projects that a manufacturing company will ever take on.

Pressure vessel and tank manufacturing is a complex and highly regulated industry that requires careful management of production processes.

Social media may have started as a platform for personal connections and entertainment, but it is now a robust business marketing tool.

To stay ahead of the competition, metal fabricators need streamlined operations, optimized workflows and efficient resource management.

Read on to find out ten actionable steps that you can take to stand out at trade shows and achieve your business goals.

Purchasing an ERP system is a project — and needs to be managed like one to ensure a successful rollout. Establishing an organized and structured approach, along with a defined timeline, is crucial to completing your project and successfully implementing an ERP system.

As manufacturers seek ways to improve efficiency and lower expenses, automation, Industry 4.0 and other connected manufacturing solutions are gaining in popularity.

Transportation manufacturers have been trusting Genius ERP for over 30 years to make them more efficient, profitable, and productive.

Sustainable manufacturing is the practice of manufacturing products with the least amount of environmental impact possible. By adopting this approach, manufacturers can maximize a product's advantages while minimizing its negative effects on the environment.

‍SEO is a valuable tool that can increase online visibility and brand awareness and is part of a smart digital marketing strategy — but SEO is not always a guarantee. 

Custom manufacturers, now more than ever, are looking for ways to improve operational efficiencies and reduce costs while continuing to meet customer needs and business objectives. Find out how how you can streamlines your operations and reduces costs.

Recent high-profile ransomware attacks — including on Indigo, Canada’s largest bookseller, the Royal Mail in the UK, and CEFCO convenience stores in the southern United States — have put cybercrime back in the news.

The latest installment in our Marketing for Manufacturers series will teach you everything you need to know about email marketing and how to use it in your manufacturing business to boost leads and sales.