Smurfit Kappa Ireland implemented Epicor to enable multi-plant sales and stock management with purpose-built corrugated packaging manufacturing software.

Success Highlights

Challenges

  • A centralized database model
  • Route sales orders to any SKI plant for manufacturing
  • Manage work from plant to plant, with a consolidated view of all orders
  • Standardized business and management reporting, business procedures, and documentation
  • Full stock visibility and unit-based tracking

Solution

  • Epicor BVP, an extension of Epicor ERP, the world’s leading business software solution for the corrugated packaging industry

Benefits

  • Order routing for cost savings and maximum efficiency
  • Order tracking in all plants, across the entire organization
  • Improved information sharing across all business units
  • Business intelligence dashboards and reports on key performance indicators
  • Full visibility and traceability of inventory

 

About Encompass Solutions

Encompass Solutions is a business and software consulting firm that specializes in ERP systems, EDI, and Managed Services support for Manufacturers and Distributors. Serving small and medium-sized businesses since 2001, Encompass modernizes operations and automates processes for hundreds of customers across the globe. Whether undertaking full-scale implementation, integration, and renovation of existing systems, Encompass provides a specialized approach to every client’s needs. By identifying customer requirements and addressing them with the right solutions, we ensure our clients are equipped to match the pace of the Industry.