Manufacturing

Your Manufacturing Business.
Our Expertise.
A Stronger Future.

We help manufacturing businesses reduce inefficiencies, improve decision-making and scale with confidence.

Real-time visibilityacross your operation
Measurable outcomesnot just software
Reduced riskwith a proven methodology
Long-term partnershipbeyond go-live
Manufacturers and distributors who trust epic ERP
The challenges we solve

Where Manufacturing Performance Meets Visibility

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Are long lead times and waste reducing your profitability?

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Get real-time visibility

Disconnected production, inventory and operational systems hide what is really happening, causing delays and costly mistakes. Gain real-time visibility so you can spot issues sooner and make faster, data-driven decisions.

Are waste, rework and production delays affecting your margins?

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Optimise production

Production inefficiencies, material waste and excess inventory increase costs while putting delivery commitments at risk. Improve planning, optimise production and gain visibility to reduce waste and deliver on time.

Are you losing new customers due to long lead times?

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Shorten lead times

Customers expect faster delivery, greater reliability and better service. Gain real-time visibility into production, inventory and demand so you can shorten lead times and strengthen your competitive position.

Is inconsistent delivery affecting customer loyalty?

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Deliver on your promises

Customers reward suppliers who consistently deliver. Improve coordination across production, inventory and fulfilment to increase delivery accuracy, enhance customer service and drive long-term growth.

Are disconnected systems preventing you from modernising?

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Connect your operation

When your manufacturing, inventory and operational systems don't communicate, productivity suffers and decision-making becomes guesswork. Connect your entire operation through a single ERP platform to automate processes and unlock efficiency.

Is limited financial visibility restricting business growth?

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See the full financial picture

Growth requires accurate, timely insight into profitability, cash flow and operational performance. Empower your team with real-time financial visibility to improve forecasting, strengthen margins and plan for the future with confidence.

“The mantra at epic ERP is about putting the right software in front of the right customer, depending on their very specific needs.”
Nic BakerNic Baker General Manager, epic ERP
Proof, not promises

Real Manufacturing Results. Real Business Impact.

Manufacturers and distributors running Microsoft Dynamics and Epicor with epic ERP, in their own words.

Process Automation

South Africa

We use Epicor for our production planning. We basically take it all the way from quote to cash in the bank.

Jean du RandtJean du RandtChief Commercial Officer, Process Automation

Pertool

South Africa

It used to take me 2 hours to do one of my monthly reports, now it takes 5 minutes.

Miguel Dos SantosMiguel Dos SantosManaging Director, Pertool

Zippy Labels

South Africa

We chose Microsoft Business Central as it was the best solution for our business, the most cost effective and the most user friendly.

Holly ThomasHolly ThomasSystems & Quality Manager, Zippy Labels
Built around your priorities

Whatever Your Role, You'll See the Value

CEO / Managing Director

Gain greater operational visibility, improve profitability and confidently scale your manufacturing business.

CFO

Strengthen financial control, improve forecasting and reduce the cost of operational inefficiencies.

Operations Leader

Reduce production bottlenecks, improve inventory accuracy and optimise production performance.

IT Leader

Modernise legacy systems, improve integration and create a secure, scalable manufacturing platform.

ERP + MES

Complete Visibility From the Shop Floor to the Boardroom

ERP

What should happen

Plans, finances and orders across the business.

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MES

What's happening now

Live production and shop-floor performance.

Connected, they give you a single source of truth across production, inventory, finance and operations. Not sure which you need? Our team assesses your environment and recommends the right approach for today, scalable for tomorrow.

  • Reduce lead times and bottlenecks
  • Improve production visibility
  • Increase inventory accuracy
  • Reduce waste and rework
  • Improve delivery performance
  • Make faster, data-driven decisions
  • Increase profitability and operational efficiency
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Manufacturing engineer on the shop floor and an executive reviewing live data in the boardroom
Real results for manufacturers

Measurable Outcomes, Not Just Software

76%
reduction in manufacturing lead times
100+
ERP projects delivered
80+
years combined ERP expertise
Why epic ERP

We Understand Manufacturing, Not Just ERP

We pair deep manufacturing know-how with the right Microsoft and Epicor technology, then stay for the long run as your partner.

Expertise

We know the shop floor, not just the software

Implementing ERP is one thing. Understanding production bottlenecks, inventory challenges, lead times and quality issues is another. With more than 80 years combined experience, our team helps manufacturers gain visibility, reduce waste and build more profitable operations.

Partnership

A long-term partner, not a once-off project

Our relationship doesn't end at go-live. We become an extension of your team, providing ongoing support, optimisation and strategic guidance so your ERP investment keeps delivering value long after implementation. Your success is our success.

The epic ERP directors

Our EPIC Directors

The trio that started it all.

Your next step

Book a Manufacturing Discovery Session

A practical executive session to evaluate your current environment, uncover opportunities and build a roadmap for a stronger, more connected manufacturing business. No obligation.

A clear view of where ERP and MES fit your operation and goals
Honest guidance on Microsoft Dynamics, Epicor and the right fit for you
A proven implementation approach that reduces risk

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Manufacturing ERP FAQs

Questions Manufacturers Ask Us

Quick answers to the questions we hear most from manufacturers.

What is the best ERP system for manufacturers?+
The best ERP for a manufacturer is one matched to how you produce. epic ERP is product-agnostic and specialises in Microsoft Dynamics 365 and Epicor for manufacturing, configuring the right solution around your production, inventory and financial processes.
How do manufacturers improve production visibility?+
By connecting production, inventory and financial data into a single system so shop-floor activity and business planning share one source of truth, usually by combining ERP with an MES layer for real-time shop-floor data.
When should manufacturers replace their ERP system?+
Common signals include disconnected systems, manual re-keying, poor stock visibility, delayed reporting and difficulty scaling. If your systems slow decisions rather than speed them up, it's time to reassess.
How does Dynamics 365 improve manufacturing operations?+
Dynamics 365 unifies finance, supply chain and production with Power BI analytics and Copilot AI, giving manufacturers real-time visibility, better forecasting and automation across the operation.
What are the benefits of integrating ERP and MES?+
ERP tells you what should happen; MES shows what is happening now. Together they close the loop between planning and the shop floor, improving accuracy, throughput and delivery performance.
How long does ERP implementation take?+
It depends on scope and complexity, but ERPTransform breaks delivery into structured phases so you see value earlier and reduce risk along the way.
How do I know if my manufacturing business is ready for ERP?+
A short readiness assessment reviews your current systems, processes and goals to show where ERP will add the most value. Book a manufacturing discovery session and we'll walk through it with you.