Central ERP for Manufacturing
Manufacturing ERP software that keeps production under control
Central ERP is manufacturing ERP software for growing manufacturers that have outgrown spreadsheets and disconnected systems. It connects production planning, materials, purchasing, stock and finance, so you always know what is being made, what it costs and when it will ship.
Common challenges for growing manufacturers
- Production plans kept in spreadsheets that are out of date by lunchtime
- Material shortages discovered only when a job is due to start
- No clear view of the true cost of each product or order
- Quality checks and sign offs that rely on paper and memory
How manufacturing ERP software helps
Production planned with confidence
Manufacturing Management lets you plan production and track materials from order to finished goods, so the shop floor and the office share one plan.
Materials ready on time
Inventory Management and Order & Procurement Management show what you have, what is on order and what you need, so shortages are spotted early.
Know your real costs
Materials, purchasing and sales all flow into Financial Management, giving a clearer view of margin by product and order.
Quality steps that always happen
Custom Tasks & Automation lets you define your own inspections and approvals, then trigger them automatically before goods move to the next stage.
Decisions on live figures
Reporting & Business Intelligence brings orders, production and stock together so you can see bottlenecks before they affect customers.
Modules manufacturing businesses rely on
Start with the modules you need today and switch on more as you grow. Everything shares the same live data.
- Manufacturing ManagementPlan production and track materials end to end
- Inventory ManagementAccurate stock levels across every location
- Order & Procurement ManagementPurchasing and supplier orders under control
- Custom Tasks & AutomationDefine your own procedures and automate them
- Financial ManagementInvoicing, cash and financial control in real time
- Reporting & Business IntelligenceLive dashboards and reports across the business
See Central ERP for manufacturing in action
A tailored demo, built around your processes, with no obligation.
ERP for manufacturing: your questions answered
What is manufacturing ERP software?
Manufacturing ERP software is a single system that manages production, materials, purchasing, stock, sales and finance together. It replaces separate spreadsheets and tools, so everyone works from the same data and you can plan production, control costs and keep customers informed with confidence.
Can Central ERP help prevent material shortages?
Yes. Central ERP links inventory, purchasing and production, so you can see stock on hand, stock on order and what upcoming work needs. That visibility helps you order materials in good time and avoid jobs stalling because a component has run out unexpectedly.
Can I build my own quality checks into Central ERP?
Yes. The custom task engine lets you define your own quality checks, inspections and approvals, then set conditions that trigger them automatically. For example, an inspection can be required before goods are dispatched, so important steps happen every time rather than relying on memory.
Is Central ERP suitable for growing manufacturers?
Yes. Central ERP is built for SME manufacturers that need more than spreadsheets but do not want the cost and long implementation of an enterprise system. You start with the modules you need and add more as the business grows, supported by a UK team throughout.
How much does manufacturing ERP software cost?
Central ERP is priced per user: Standard is £40 and Complete is £80 per user per month, excluding VAT, with a free plan and custom plans also available. That keeps manufacturing ERP software affordable for SMEs, without the large licence and consultancy bills associated with enterprise systems.
How long does it take to implement manufacturing ERP software?
Typical setup and configuration of Central ERP takes two to four weeks, depending on the complexity of your production processes. Our UK team maps how you work today, configures the system around it, then trains your staff, so the shop floor and the office are ready to use it with confidence.
Can Central ERP replace production planning spreadsheets?
Yes. Manufacturing Management lets you plan production and track materials from order to finished goods in one shared system. Because stock, purchasing and finance are connected, the plan reflects what is actually available, and everyone from the shop floor to the office works from the same up to date schedule.