The Best Cloud-Based Software for Small & Midsized Batch Manufacturing Companies

Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central is the software specifically tailored for small and medium-sized businesses. Stoneridge Software represents the entire suite of Microsoft Dynamics solutions including customer relationship management (CRM) as well as supporting Microsoft technologies such as Power Platform, Microsoft 365, Teams, and Azure. 

Yes! D365 Business Central is built entirely in the cloud, meaning your team can access the platform anywhere, anytime. However, Business Central can also be implemented on-premises if your business has specific requirements.

D365 Business Central handles finance, warehousing, manufacturing, jobs, and service, and seamlessly integrates with solutions like Yaveon ProBatch, to provide functionality specific to Food and Beverage Manufacturing. Additional Dynamics 365 applications offer capabilities suitable for field service, marketing, sales, and customer service.

Dynamics 365 covers many important batch manufacturing-related functions, including:

• First expiry, first out (FEFO) tracking to optimize picking and prevent stock obsolescence
• Production order lot inheritance and pack level tracking for full traceability from raw materials to finished goods
• Load carriers (license plating) to simplify product movements
• Barcode scanning to increase accuracy and efficiency
• Automated purchase planning to ensure you always have the right materials on hand
• Cycle counting to ensure quantities are accurate
• Vendor quote management to get the best prices on ingredients
• Manufacturing execution system (MES) capabilities to increase accuracy and efficiency
• Joint production for multiple outputs from a single production process
• Scale integration to enhance operational efficiency and accuracy
• Production planning with visual scheduling tools for operational agility
• Filling and decanting orders to accommodate multiple container and finished good product requirements
• Production sequencing to manage order of production based on defined criteria, minimizing downtime and machine cleaning time

Small and midsize businesses use Dynamics 365 to maximize efficiency and optimize and automate your batch manufacturing operations.

Stoneridge Software works in lock-step with your team to discover and define what you want to get out of your business solution, and then we work together to make it happen. The Stoneridge proven process is designed to involve your team from beginning to end in successfully deploying your system. 

And after you go live? We’re still here. We prioritize supporting you with the training, resources, and community connections you need to maximize your investment.

Because so much rides on the performance of your batch manufacturing ERP, you need a proven implementation partner. Stoneridge is a Microsoft Inner Circle Partner, a certified Microsoft Solutions Partner, and recently earned Microsoft Partner of the Year for Dynamics 365 Business Central through its record of success.

Our expert team will work with you to understand your business and optimize D365 Business Central to meet your unique business requirements. In addition, we pride ourselves on standing shoulder-to-shoulder with you long after your ERP is up and running, providing ongoing training and support.