Managing a manufacturing business with spreadsheets and disconnected systems is like running a factory blindfolded. You’re guessing at inventory levels, scrambling with production schedules, and discovering quality issues after it’s too late.
ERPNext for manufacturing is transforming how Indian factories operate by replacing spreadsheets, manual tracking, and disconnected systems. Managing production without a unified ERP leads to guesswork, delays, and quality issues.
For complete feature details, you can refer to the official ERPNext Manufacturing documentation.
Why Manufacturing Businesses Choose ERPNext
ERPNext for manufacturing offers specialized tools for Make-to-Order and Make-to-Stock workflows used by Indian factories.
Built for Make-to-Order & Make-to-Stock Operations
Whether you manufacture custom machinery or produce standardized products, ERPNext adapts to your production model. It handles:
● Job work and subcontracting
● Batch production and serial number tracking
● Multi-level bill of materials
● Engineer-to-order workflows
Real Success Stories from Indian Manufacturers
A ₹50 crore manufacturing business in Pune replaced 15+ Excel spreadsheets with ERPNext and reduced production planning time by 60%. A multi-location manufacturer in Delhi NCR now tracks inventory across 3 warehouses in real-time—no more surprise stockouts.
Core Features of ERPNext for Manufacturing
Bill of Materials (BOM) & Multi-Level Production
Create detailed BOMs with:
● Raw materials, sub-assemblies, and finished goods
● Multi-level nested BOMs for complex products
● Scrap percentage and wastage tracking
● Alternative materials and supplier options
● Cost rollup for accurate product costing
Production Planning & Scheduling
Stop juggling production schedules in your head:
● Material Requirements Planning (MRP) automatically calculates what to order
● Capacity planning shows machine and labor availability
● Production scheduling optimizes shop floor utilization
● Work order prioritization based on delivery dates
Work Order Management & Shop Floor Control
Track production from start to finish:
● Issue materials to production with automatic inventory deduction
● Record labor time and machine hours per work order
● Track work-in-progress (WIP) across production stages
● Real-time production status visibility for managers
Inventory Management for Multi-Location Manufacturers
Raw Material Tracking Across Warehouses
ERPNext gives you complete visibility:
● Multi-warehouse inventory with location-wise stock levels
● Automatic reorder points and purchase requisitions
● Batch and serial number tracking for traceability
● Barcode scanning for accurate stock movements
Finished Goods & WIP Management
Know exactly what you have and where:
● Real-time finished goods inventory
● WIP tracking by work order and production stage
● Aging analysis for slow-moving inventory
● Stock valuation with FIFO, LIFO, or moving average
Quality Control & Compliance
Inspection Templates & Quality Assurance
Build quality into your process:
● Incoming inspection for raw materials
● In-process quality checks at production stages
● Final inspection before dispatch
● Quality parameters with acceptance criteria
● Rejection handling and rework workflows
Batch Tracking & Traceability
Critical for regulated industries:
● Complete batch genealogy from raw material to finished goods
● Recall management if quality issues arise
● Expiry date tracking for time-sensitive materials
● Compliance documentation for audits
Integration with Accounting & Sales
Costing, Profitability & Financial Reporting
ERPNext connects manufacturing to financials:
● Accurate product costing with material, labor, and overhead
● Job-wise profitability analysis
● Work order costing vs. estimates
● Automatic journal entries for production transactions
● Real-time financial dashboards for decision-making
Implementation Timeline & Cost for Manufacturing ERPNext
Scalability for Growing Manufacturers
As your production volume increases, ERPNext for manufacturing scales effortlessly. Whether you’re adding new workstations, onboarding teams across locations, or expanding product lines, the system adapts without needing expensive customization. This ensures long-term stability for growing Indian manufacturers.
See our full ERPNext implementation services.
Typical manufacturing implementation:
● Timeline: 3-5 months for professional setup
● Cost: ₹15-25 lakh for 20-40 users with manufacturing modules
● Includes: BOM setup, production workflows, quality templates, inventory configuration, training
At TCB Infotech, we’ve implemented ERPNext for manufacturers across industries—from metal fabrication to food processing, automotive components to electronics assembly. Our 35+ expert team understands shop floor realities, not just software features.
Ready to see ERPNext in action for manufacturing? Schedule a personalized demo with real manufacturing scenarios from your industry—no generic sales pitch, just practical solutions.
