# Manufacturing

## Manufacturing. Getting Products to Customers.

The team at Caravel has been working with clients in the Manufacturing sector for decades whether High-Tech Manufacturing, Consumer Products, Food & Beverage, Medical Device, Pharmaceutical, Healthcare Products, Solar, Industrial Manufacturing, Etc. Supply Chain Management is at the center of all things manufacturing – PLM, inventory management, demand planning, Work Orders/WIP, WMS, Quality, Etc.

## Repetitive

Repetitive manufacturing involves producing the same product consistently, with a focus on maximizing efficiency and minimizing downtime. At Caravel, we have extensive experience implementing NetSuite to support high-volume production environments. We work with clients to optimize their **Shop Floor Management** processes, ensuring smooth transitions between production runs and minimizing downtime. Our solutions help improve **demand planning**, so raw materials are available when needed, and production schedules are aligned for peak efficiency. We also place a strong emphasis on **quality control**, integrating it into every stage to reduce defects and ensure compliance with industry standards.

## Discrete

Discreet manufacturing is all about precision and flexibility, often requiring unique production processes for different products. Our team has worked with clients in industries like high-tech and industrial manufacturing, where **Bill of Materials (BOM) Management** and **Work Order Tracking** are crucial. We configure NetSuite to handle complex production workflows, including **version control** and **traceability** to ensure every product meets exact specifications. With real-time **inventory management**, our clients are able to keep raw materials and components in stock without overcommitting resources, allowing for a more cost-effective and streamlined operation.

## Process

Process manufacturing transforms raw materials into finished goods through chemical or physical processes and is commonly used in industries like Food & Beverage, Pharmaceuticals, and Chemicals. Caravel has a deep understanding of the unique challenges in process manufacturing, from **Batch Processing** and **Yield Management** to **Lot Traceability** and compliance. We help clients manage their formulations, ensuring consistent product quality even with variations in raw material inputs. Our team also integrates **quality control** into every step of the process, from procurement to production, ensuring regulatory compliance and product consistency.

## Engineer to order

Engineer-to-Order (ETO) manufacturing requires a high level of customization and flexibility, as products are designed and built based on specific customer requirements. Caravel has extensive experience working with manufacturers who need to manage complex **Product Lifecycle Management (PLM)** processes. We help clients streamline **Engineering Change Management (ECM)** and automate workflows to reduce time-to-market for custom products. Our solutions provide visibility into **Cost Accounting**, **Resource Allocation**, and **Capacity Planning**, ensuring that projects stay on time and within budget, even when the scope changes.

## Outsourced

Outsourced manufacturing presents unique challenges when it comes to coordinating multiple suppliers and subcontractors. At Caravel, we help our clients manage complex **Supply Chain Logistics** and **Supplier Management** processes using NetSuite. Our expertise includes optimizing **Procurement** strategies to ensure materials and components are sourced efficiently while maintaining quality standards. By integrating **Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)**, **Vendor-Managed Inventory (VMI)**, and **Third-Party Logistics (3PL)** solutions, we enable seamless coordination between partners, reduce lead times, and improve overall agility in the manufacturing process.

## Solution Footprint

The typical solution footprint for Manufacturing clients can vary by micro vertical but typically incorporate the following functions:

- Global Financial Management
- Budgeting and Forecasting
- Procurement
- Supply Chain Management
- Revenue Management
- Enterprise Reporting and Business Intelligence
- Integration to 3rd Party Systems & Platforms

## Manufacturing Clients

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