Microsoft Dynamics Lean Centre of Excellence

LOTUS RACING APPOINTS EBECS LTD TO KEEP ITS SOFTWARE SYSTEMS ON TRACK FOR THE 2010 F1™ SEASON

2010-02-19T15:37:00Z

Microsoft Business Solutions partner eBECS has been appointed by Lotus Racing to deliver a flexible software solution based on Microsoft Dynamics AX that will satisfy its demanding short term needs and also support its long term strategy. eBECS was the partner of choice for Lotus Racing because of its experience in the automotive industry and its ability to implement successful and demanding Microsoft Dynamics solutions within short time frames. Bill Peters, Head of IT, Lotus Racing, explains, “We...(read more)

EBECS LTD APPOINTED BY FOGARTY (FILLED PRODUCTS) LTD TO DRIVE THROUGH EFFICIENCIES IN ITS SUPPLY CHAIN

2010-02-19T15:32:00Z

Microsoft Business Solutions partner eBECS has been appointed by Fogarty to deliver a flexible Microsoft Dynamics AX solution that will dramatically improve the efficiency of its internal processes and support its long term growth plans. eBECS was the partner of choice for Fogarty because of its specialist supply chain experience in the manufacturing sector, and its successful implementation of many Microsoft Dynamics AX projects. Gerry Tawton, Finance Director, Fogarty, explains, “In recent years...(read more)

Why should lean IT join the commonly used tools for continuous improvement?

2010-02-19T14:08:00Z

Andrew Rumney, solutions director and co-founder of eBECS, challenges that lean IT should join the commonly used tools for continuous improvement. Waste. Look around you and you will see it in your own home; things you bought but have not used, things you have bought more than one of, things you move from one place to another for no useful reason. In this scenario you are the both the customer and the provider and mostly you are making a poor job of meeting “own customer value”. Multiply this, even...(read more)

Essential LEAN Management - Thriving not just surviving

2010-02-19T14:06:00Z

eBECS and S A Partners invite you to attend a fascinating event that explores how to use the LEAN Iceberg Model to significantly improve your business performance, and so change LEAN from a short-lived programme to "the way we do things around here". Your host for the event is Professor Peter Hines, Chairman of the LEAN Enterprise Research Centre at Cardiff University (LERC), who is a respected thought-leader in LEAN business improvement. His fascinating theory is that implementing LEAN...(read more)

Managing Lean Manufacturing using Microsoft Dynamics AX2009 by Scott Hamilton – a review!

2010-01-04T16:14:00Z

This book contains exactly what the title suggests, if you have knowledge of lean principles and an interest in using Microsoft Dynamics AX in a manufacturing environment this book is essential reading. The recently released Lean module for Microsoft Dynamics AX2009 gives manufacturing organisations a choice as to how they implement production within their ERP system. There is now an alternative to the traditional manufacturing approaches involving planned orders generated by master planning. Kanbans...(read more)

The Lean Management Journal (LMJ)

2010-01-04T16:13:00Z

In January 2010 the new journal dedicated to cross sector lean knowledge sharing, The Lean Management Journal (LMJ), will publish Andrew Rumneys article "Now is the time to lean IT!". The article takes a look at how lean ERP can play an important role in facilitating a company's lean journey and argues that it is time eBECS style solutions were regarded as part of the essential lean toolkit for improvement projects.To see the article sign up for a free trial issue of LMJ or subscribe...(read more)

Interview with Talley Group - Medical equipment company finds clinical IT solution for Lean operations using Microsoft Dynamics AX

2009-11-25T21:32:00Z

Talley Group, makers of medical equipment, had expanded their product range and markets rapidly in recent years and needed very specific operational requirements from their IT. Talley’s Tyrone White tells The Manufacturer Magazine why the business chose Microsoft Dynamics AX delivered by MS gold partner and Lean manufacturing solutions provider eBECS. Matching information technology to a business’s needs can be straightforward. Often though, a business has very particular needs – a big, diverse product...(read more)

The Manufacturer Magazine Oct 09 interview with Andrew Rumney - eBECS Solutions Director

2009-11-25T20:38:00Z

With efficiency drives representing an ever more central aspect of thriving manufacturing operations, Lean business solutions must accommodate the values, processes, and organisational culture that both drives waste reduction and increases customer value. eBECS, an industry leading specialist which utilises Microsoft Dynamics AX in the design and delivery of world class lean and agile business solutions throughout the extended supply chain, terms such a framework ‘Lean ERP’. To read more please view...(read more)

Lean Manufacturing for Microsoft Dynamics AX Partner Training and Certification.

2009-11-24T19:58:00Z

Please make plans to join us in Atlanta, December 7th-11th, 2009 for Lean Manufacturing for Microsoft Dynamics AX Training and Certification. Microsoft requires partners to have at least 2 employees attend the certification program (consisting of course 1 and course 2) and pass their certification test to fulfil the requirements to sell Lean Manufacturing for Microsoft Dynamics AX. The 5 days partner certification programme consists of 2 courses: Course 1: Positioning Lean Manufacturing for Microsoft...(read more)

Lean Discrete Manufacturers not measuring up!

2009-11-06T16:37:00Z

Lean Discrete Manufacturers not measuring up! Microsoft and the MPI Group recently published an article entitled ‘Lean Operational Improvements That Last.’ Being an eBECS Lean ERP consultant, this immediately peaked my interest and as I read further had some lasting takeaways. The article began with some interesting statistics, showing that Lean companies relative to non-lean companies have higher figures for sales per employee, on time delivery and inventory turns. This did not surprise me at all...(read more)

The third in a series of articles following the implementation of Lean Manufacturing in Microsoft Dynamics AX 2009 to a Medical Equipment Manufacture

2009-09-30T21:07:00Z

The summer is nearly over and go-live is getting terribly close! The emphasis over the past month has been a combination of practice, practice, practice and trying to pin down the inevitable last minute fixes and occasional items which, somehow, have been hanging around for months but still need a final decision.These little surprises are designed to test the nerve of the most experienced implementer and no matter how hard we try to pin down every possible circumstance, unplanned cases and new scenarios...(read more)

The 2nd in a series of articles following the implementation of Lean Manufacturing in Microsoft Dynamics AX 2009 to a Medical Equipment Manufacturer

2009-09-11T21:19:00Z

Last month I detailed how my customer is preparing to implement Lean Manufacturing in Microsoft Dynamics AX. Part of this preparation involves the implementation of a Plan for Every Part and over the past few weeks our customer team has been preparing this plan in detail. Much of this has been of a fairly mundane nature, converting existing spreadsheets into a format that can be used by Dynamics AX and although this part seems more like an exercise for the techies, there is something pretty exciting...(read more)

Microsoft and eBECS Launch the Lean Centre of Excellence - PLEASE JOIN US

2009-08-02T14:13:00Z

Microsoft and eBECS established the Lean Centre of Excellence to serve as a collaborative facility for organisations looking to utilise Lean capabilities within Microsoft Dynamics AX. Microsoft recognises that a successful Lean implementation is not simply about providing the right software tools; just as important are the skills of the team that architect and deliver the solution. If you are an organisation considering the implementation of Lean ERP; investigating discrete areas of the functionality...(read more)

Partner Certification Training - Lean Manufacturing for Microsoft Dynamics AX

2009-07-17T20:05:00Z

Q: What is eBECS’ role going forward? A: The solution is sold, maintained and supported by Microsoft. eBECS has a very good knowledge of the solution, and they are the "Lean Centre of Excellence for training and certification”, visit http://www.leancentreofexcellence.com/ for more details.. Q: Will a partner need any certification to sell, implement and support Lean Manufacturing for Microsoft Dynamics AX 2009 ? A: Partners must be certified through the certification program provided by eBECS...(read more)

Lean around the corner - August 1st Go live

2009-06-30T23:42:00Z

Lean Manufacturing for Microsoft Dynamics AX and additional Lean functionality provided by eBECS will be generally available on August 1st 2009. Microsoft has engaged eBECS to establish the Microsoft Dynamics Lean Centre of Excellence. The mission of the Center is to serve as an educational outreach/training facility for organisations that require training on the Lean capabilities in order to further their Lean initiatives. Microsoft recognises that a successful Lean implementation is not simply...(read more)

The first in a series of articles following the implementation of Lean Manufacturing for Microsoft Dynamics AX to a Medical Equipment Manufacturer

2009-06-30T22:49:00Z

Roll With Lean: New ERP Systems Work With Lean Principles, Not Against Them Part 1 Synopsys: Lean transformations require transformation of IT systems to reflect the new realities of operation with pull systems, kanbans and the requirement to respond immediately to changes in customer demand. It's all very well leaning-out your manufacturing and supply chain processes but if your ERP systems aren't up to the job, then all that might happen is that balancing production gets progressively more...(read more)

Lean & Green Manufacturing: Real Solutions to Cost Cutting - FREE On demand recorded webinar

2009-06-30T19:09:00Z

Missed the live webcast on June 23rd? Watch the recording online or download for offline viewing Click to watch the recorded Microsoft Dynamics webcast: Lean and Green Manufacturing: Real Solutions to Cut Costs Despite being around for decades, most manufacturers have still not implemented Lean manufacturing processes and systems to their advantage. Many more still do not understand how to improve operations and manage energy consumption without available environmental performance indicators. With...(read more)