Why More Shoe Makers Are Turning to ERP to Fix Everyday Problems
If you’re in shoe manufacturing, you know how quickly a small problem can turn into a big headache. Maybe your Bill of Materials (BOM) wasn’t quite right, or you ran out of a certain size at the worst time, or a key material delivery got delayed. Suddenly, your whole production schedule is messed up.
Making shoes isn’t just about great skill anymore. It’s about having full control and visibility from sourcing materials, through production, all the way till delivery.
That’s why more shoe makers are turning towards ERP. Think of ERP like your operation’s control center by keeping everything connected and running as smooth as possible.
Here’s how Infinity ERP solves the real problems you face every day:
Article Profiling
One shoe style can come in a bunch of sizes, colors, and material combos and trying to keep up with all that using spreadsheets? Yeah, that’s chaos waiting to happen.
With Infinity ERP, you can build super detailed article profiles so every size and style stays on track across production, inventory, and sales. No more wild guessing or last-minute panic. Just smooth, organized things.
Size Wise BOM
A size 6 shoe uses less material than a size 11, sounds obvious, right? But many systems don’t account for that and treat all sizes the same, which can waste materials or cause shortages.
Infinity ERP helps you create size specific BOMs, so you order and use the right amount of materials every time. Less waste, fewer surprises.
Discrete/ Process Production
Shoe making is a mix of two worlds, sometimes you assemble parts piece by piece which is discrete production, other times you’re mixing or molding materials continuously (process production).
ERP handles both production types smoothly, so you don’t have to juggle different systems or manual tracking.
Just in Time Inventory (Replenishment)
Nothing’s worse than running out of leather or soles halfway through production. But piling up too much stock is also not that great it utilizes more money and space.
ERP uses Just-in-Time (JIT) inventory management. It tracks what you’re using in real-time and automatically manage orders exactly when you need them. You get the balance just right.
“Production Planning Machines, materials and workers can get complicated fast. ERP helps you plan smart based on actual demand and what your team can handle. So you avoid bottlenecks and get your shoes out the door on time every time.”
Data Tracking
ERP gives you a live view of what’s happening at every stage right from raw materials arriving to the final product leaving your factory. See a delay or problem early, fix it fast and keep things moving.
Financial / Cost Insight
Want to know how much it costs to make each size and style of shoe? ERP tracks your costs down to the detail. So you can price your products better and keep your margins healthy.
Sales and Supply Chain Trends
ERP also helps you spot sales trends and supply chain before they cause trouble. You’ll know which shoes are flying off shelves, which sizes aren’t selling, or which suppliers are lagging, so you can plan ahead. With a proper dashbroards and grapghs.
Bottom Line
If you’re still relying on spreadsheets and disconnected systems, you’re missing out on a big opportunity to save time and money. ERP is more than just software — it’s the backbone of a modern, efficient, and profitable shoe manufacturing business.
Ready to step up your game and see how Infinity ERP can transform your operations? Let’s talk!