As Kyle and I were talking with Stephanee of DecTron last week, she said that they had just completed an update of their production management system. They have been using the MISys system and decided to make full use of more of its production tracking capabilities. Upgraded production tracking will also help DecTron obtain their upcoming ISO certification. Since Extanto produces content rather than articulated arms, this software and its visibility into every aspect of the manufacturing process sounded fascinating so we wanted to dig into this system to learn a bit more about it.
MISys Manufacturing is a comprehensive software solution and is a powerful, cost-effective tool for small to medium-sized manufacturers, offering a suite of features that manages inventory, production, and quality control. Its marquee capability is its robust inventory management system. It allows manufacturers to track raw materials and work-in-process (WIP) precisely, possibly reducing inventory carrying costs by 25-50% [1][7]. This will give DecTron better control over the specialized components used in their articulating arms, minimizing waste and optimizing stock levels.
MISys’ production enables the creation and management of multi-level bills of material (BOMs) with full revision control [3], an important feature for DecTron, because their arms often require complex assemblies, with some steps such as powder coating to be executed at other establishments. MISys also generates detailed work orders, documenting and tracking every step of production [3]. This level of granular level of tracking is important for DecTron quality management, especially when producing arms for government customers who require traceability throughout the process as part of a detailed quality control process.
For more accurate pricing and improved profitability, the software’s advanced production module will allow DecTron to better predict costs for each job and analyze standard, projected, and actual job costs with performance variances [1]. MISys inherently enourages process standardization, a core principle of ISO standards. By incorporating best practices into its workflow management, the software will help DecTron establish consistent, repeatable processes. The system’s quality assurance features enable companies to document each production stage, track potential variations, and implement corrective actions—all critical components of ISO certification requirements.
One of the most important features of MISys for DecTron’s product quality control is its serial and lot tracking capability. This makes it possible for DecTron to track serial or lot numbers throughout the entire purchasing and production process, facilitating DecTron’s compliance with regulatory agency requirements, including DOD, VA, DOE and FAA standards [1].
Bin tracking with MISys is another important feature for DecTron. It will allow them to maintain unique inventory sub-locations for every item or assembly, from raw materials to finished goods [1]. This level of organization has the potential to improve efficiency significantly in DecTron’s production facilities, reducing time spent locating specific components or finished products. The software’s bar-coding capabilities will further enhance inventory control, making for seamless integration with existing systems [1]. This will streamline DecTron’s inventory management, reducing potential errors and improving overall efficiency. In fact, inventory control capabilities such as this support ISO certification efforts. MISys’s detailed tracking mechanisms will allow DecTron to maintain meticulous records of material sources, movements, and transformations. This level of granular inventory management has helped many other manufacturing firms achieve certifications like ISO 9001 successfully, by providing clear evidence of systematic inventory control and management practices.
MISys also offers a labor tracking module, which monitors the time production workers spend on specific jobs and manufacturing orders [1]. This feature will help DecTron optimize workforce allocation and identify areas for process improvement in their production line.
The MISys software comprehensive approach to production tracking will most certainly help DecTron obtain and maintain its ISO certifications. The software’s detailed record-keeping, quality control measures, and process documentation will certainly make compliance easier to demonstrate and maintain. Of course, the MISys software does not automatically guarantee ISO certification, but it does provide comprehensive visibility into manufacturing processes and inventory management that will simplify certification. In the certification process, MISys will prove to be invaluable to DecTron because it offers detailed documentation, robust traceability, systematic inventory management, and tools for continuous improvement.
DecTron’s government customers will likely require the end-to-end tracking capabilities of MISys. The software’s ability to monitor and document every stage of production, from raw material receipt to finished product delivery, will provide a level of transparency and accountability often required in government contracts. This traceability meets regulatory needs and will be appreciated by clients who have very specific documentary requirements.
MISys Manufacturing offers a powerful suite of tools that can transform production processes for companies like DecTron USA. Manufacturers can gain better control over their inventory, streamline production, improve quality assurance, and meet stringent regulatory requirements. For DecTron and its government and medical clients, this means improved efficiency and enhanced reliability and trust in their high-quality articulating arm products.
Citations:
[1] https://misysinc.com/inventory/
[3] https://us-marketplace.sage.com/en-US/apps/61812/misys-manufacturing/features
[4] https://extanto.com/articles/DecTron-arms-medical-use-case/
[5] https://www3.technologyevaluation.com/selection-tools/features-list/31980/misys
[6] https://DecTronusa.com/DecTron-modular-articulating-arms/
[7] https://misysinc.com/features/
[8] https://www.desouttertools.com/en/products/series/arms-42064
[9] https://triviumtech.net/misys-manufacturing-software
[10] https://www.softwareadvice.com/manufacturing/misys-manufacturing-profile/
