Achieving the optimum stock holding is critically important for the viability and profitability of any business, but weighing the competing forces of customer demands versus supplier lead times is particularly troublesome for manufacturers. As the business grows, it becomes gradually more difficult over time to marry the long lead times associated with importing parts, components […]

As the cloud has evolved over recent years as the primary delivery model for many business software solutions such as e-mail, CRM, even standalone accounting software, companies implementing ERP have tended to shy away and opt for the perceived safety of on-premises installations. Lately this has begun to change and over the next 18 to […]

This is a question that arises time and time again. If you find yourself asking the question, it is worth considering all of the variables. The answer will probably not be what you expect it to be. Why? Because implementing ERP will take quite an amount of time, usually at least a number of months. […]

Why do so many ERP selection projects stop without choosing a system? If you’re asking the question “Do we need ERP Software?” then the answer is probably yes.  Whether you are using an old, outdated and non-user friendly ERP solution or you don’t have one at all, there is no doubt that a properly implemented […]

Used for their intended purpose, spreadsheets are an invaluable tool that enable business and allow individuals, departments and companies to share information with each other.  However, the more common picture is one of disaster, where it is not uncommon for the business in its entirety to be put at risk. Spreadsheets: a brief history The […]

Anyone who has been involved in the scheduling of field service engineers will understand the complexity of the task at hand. An engineer with the right skill level needs to attend an emergency call out to keep a production line moving, has to have the parts needed for the job with them, and the specifications […]

If you have read some of the numerous ERP implementation disaster stories online, or even worse experienced it for yourself first hand, you may be thinking that embarking on a new ERP project for your business is a minefield and that it should be put off until the last possible moment. However, in practice, where […]

Once little more than a contact management system, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) for many businesses is now an essential powerhouse of the Sales department. Within the context of manufacturing businesses, this has long been recognised by Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) providers and has become an increasingly integrated element of modern business management software. With the […]

VISION & VERSATILITY At Profitsflow, we start with you. Your vision for your system is the priority. We supply only versatile, configurable and flexible software that can be tailored and adapted as required to the business in question. These are not rigid accounts systems enforcing specific processes. We provide manufacturing and service software that moulds […]

An Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) solution can have numerous benefits to a process manufacturing company. Manufacturers in Food and Beverage, Pharmaceuticals, Cosmetics, Hygiene, or Chemicals are all great ERP candidates. Below are the industry areas that highlight where an ERP system provides the greatest benefit. By implementing the real-time, integrated business information of ERP in […]

Across the world, industries are witnessing a push to make full use of the conveniences afforded to us by advancements in mobile technology, weighing risk versus reward in an effort to keep up with the times. Financial, medical, and government industries have all embraced mobile technology, and the field service industry hasn’t been left behind. […]

Profitsflow.com presents our ERP for Manufacturing Webinar on Thursday 14th May at 2.30pm.   Feeling stressed? Struggling to keep on top of stock, production planning, managing parts, bills of materials, accurate costings?  Suppliers not performing?  Monthly accounts late? If you recognise any of these symptoms, let us provide the antidote! Join us for 20 minutes online (from […]

Arklow, Co. Wicklow –  20th February 2015 Local technology firm Profitsflow.com continues to strengthen its position in the Irish enterprise software market through its expansion into the Field Service and Facilities Management sectors.  Established in 2009, the company commenced life as a provider of Customer Relationship Management (CRM) software solutions to businesses looking to automate their […]

A good enterprise resource planning system needs many different moving parts working together to ensure success. Those with ERP experience know that having the support of top executives and getting them to buy into a change or upgrade early on is crucial. Complete and current documentation of business practices is needed on a practical level […]

Profitsflow.com presents our ERP for Food and Drink Manufacturing webinar on Friday, 8th May at 10.30am. Are you Feeling stressed? Struggling to keep on top of stock, scheduling production and packing lines, managing recipes or batch runs, bills of materials, accurate costings? Suppliers not performing? Monthly accounts late? If you recognise any of these symptoms, let […]

The 10 key criteria successful manufacturing companies apply when buying or replacing an IT Manufacturing System: A Brief Guide to Software Selection This article is for anyone considering the purchase of an ERP/MRP system in manufacturing, whatever the size of your organisation. As gathered from our experience in ERP implementation, it presents a short guide […]

This Blog details how investing in ERP software can improve your Company’s decision making process. We buy tools to make products and to increase the work capacity, we install machines and for designing and selling products, we hire people; because we know they are needed for the business growth. Information Technology and software has become […]

Profitsflow.com is pleased to inform that it’s technology partner, Nottingham based Exel Computer Systems plc, celebrates 30 years in operation this year. Established in 1985, Exel is a leading force in the provision of integrated business solutions for manufacturing companies and field service providers.  Profitsflow.com is proud to work in conjunction with the innovative firm, […]

In the Facilities Management Industry, the value of enterprise software solutions differs depending on the user in question. For the executives and managers who make the decision to purchase these solutions, value is often defined in terms of the bottom line. Enhanced data tracking and reporting enable them to make more accurate assessments of their […]

Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) is a constantly evolving field. Every year we hear about new features, support models, and deployment options. But when it comes time to get a new ERP system, what is the best ERP platform? ERP investments have a long life, typically 15 to 20 years. In order to determine which ERP system […]

We are very excited at Proftisfow.com to announce that we will be exhibiting at Facilities Management Ireland in the RDS on March 4th and 5th. Facilities Management Ireland is a conference and exhibition for companies involved in the business of maintaining and managing commercial, industrial, retail, educational, government and other large facilities and working environments. […]

Companies looking to improve their links across various functions, such as inventory control, accounting, and human resources may find the answer lies in ERP software. Enterprise Resource Planning systems allow businesses to improve their operations infrastructure, enabling businesses to share information and make decisions more quickly across multiple departments. Enterprise Resource Planning has come a […]

We have all heard about ERP implementation projects that have failed, gone on long past the planned implementation time, or gone way over budget.  In such circumstances, it is all too easy to blame the vendor or the selection team. However, normally the fault in these cases lies in the planning and execution of the […]

Unable to get data from your system Your business needs to make important decisions, Poor reporting capabilities can delay a business and waste valuable time in improving the business.  Limited reporting capability can lead to a poor user experience which inhibits roll out and adoption of new products. Poor reporting capability also relates to vendor […]