Small to midsize manufacturers are facing mounting pressure from unpredictable supply chain disruptions. From fluctuating customer demand to reshoring operations and diversifying suppliers, maintaining efficiency and protecting cash flow have never been more critical.

Global instability, shifting market demands, transportation delays, and supplier shortages are no longer rare exceptions; they’re recurring realities. For smaller manufacturers without the luxury of deep financial reserves or massive supply networks, even minor disruptions can have significant ripple effects.

To navigate these challenges, you need more than just reactive strategies. You need proactive, data-driven solutions. That’s where enterprise resource planning (ERP) software proves indispensable.

4 strategies for managing disruptions with ERP

To effectively respond to ongoing supply chain volatility, you must move beyond reactive firefighting and embrace strategic, ERP-enabled approaches. Here are four strategies that demonstrate how ERP can help make informed decisions quickly, maintain optimal inventory levels, and ensure timely deliveries—all despite external disruptions.

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