Part-on-the-Fly Manufacturing Flexibility Guide

This guide discusses the concept of 'part-on-the-fly' in modern manufacturing, emphasizing its role in enhancing flexibility and efficiency. The document outlines how manufacturers can utilize this feature within a job-centric ERP system to meet unique customer demands without disrupting ongoing processes. It explains the operational steps involved in quoting, selling, building, and shipping parts that are not part of the existing inventory. The guide also highlights the advantages of a job-centric ERP over an inventory-centric system, detailing how it facilitates the management of unique parts and adapts to changing circumstances. Additionally, it presents a use case involving a hydraulic power units manufacturer, illustrating how part-on-the-fly can help navigate long sales cycles and fluctuating material requirements. The document concludes by summarizing the benefits of increased efficiency, enhanced flexibility, and streamlined inventory management that part-on-the-fly provides to manufacturers.