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Global Shop Solutions Launches Program to Speed ERP Implementation
The company’s Fast Track ERP Implementation program has launched, offering a blueprint based on best practices for helping manufacturers go live faster.
Global Shop Solutions Launches New Website
The ERP solution provider's new corporate website is simplified and user-focused, according to the company.
Global Shop Solutions Names New Chief Technology Officer
John Davis joined Global Shop Solutions in 2004, and over the past 17 years he has served as an analyst, programmer and manager.
Global Shop Solutions Celebrates 45 Years
Global Shop Solutions is celebrating its 45th anniversary, with president and CEO Dusty Alexander crediting his father, founder Dick Alexander, for the company’s success.
On IMTS spark, Software Programs Increase Efficiency in All Areas of a Machine Shop
Software systems that streamline processes, optimize toolpaths and enhance data collection are helping shops improve efficiency from the front office to the shop floor. Here are a few manufacturing software products to be found within IMTS spark.
Global Shop Solutions' ERP System Streamlines Production and Sales
Selecting an ERP software can be difficult. Finding a system that was flexible and worked with both sides of its business was important for Brunswick Steel as it switched to ERP from Global Shop Solutions.
ERP Makes Documentation Fast, Paperless
Touchscreen interfaces and digitized part and job data are the latest examples of an aerospace manufacturer taking advantage of its shop management software.
ERP Software Gives Shop Control Over Scheduling
After relying on time cards for labor tracking and dealing with hot stickers on almost every job, Watson Grinding switched to Global Shop Solutions’ ERP software for automated tracking and intuitive scheduling.
ERP System Enables Gearmaker to Achieve Needed Agility
ERP software enabled a New York gearmaker to improve scheduling practices to meet the increasing demands of customers.
Global Shop Solutions Integrates Customer Feedback Feature into ERP Software
Global Shop Solutions integrates the Canny application into its ERP software to enable customers to more easily provide feedback.
RFID Technology Rolls Three Management Processes Into One
IMTS 2018: Global Shop Solutions’ RFID (radio frequency identification) technology contributes to shop floor productivity by simplifying time, attendance and inventory processes.
Employees of Global Shop Solutions Assist in Hurricane Harvey Relief
With the region hit hard by the hurricane, employees at GSS formed work crews to assist their neighbors.
ERP Software Applies RFID to Simplify Inventory Processes
Global Shop Solutions has incorporated radio frequency identification (RFID) technology into its manufacturing ERP software to simplify time, attendance and routine inventory processes.
Mobile CRM Software Enables Remote Access to Customer Database
Global Shop Solutions has released its Mobile Customer Relationship Management (CRM) product designed to provide sales people, customer service representatives and company executives who use the ERP system complete visibility of customer data from their smart phones, tablets and other mobile devices.
Global Shop Solutions Offers Website Redesign, Management Service
The Websites Plus service redesigns manufacturers’ websites and integrates them with the company’s ERP software for order status, shipping and other functions.
Shopfloor Data Display Enables Real-Time Dispatch Updates
Global Shop Solutions’ TrueView shopfloor data display platform shows job dispatch data on large, wall-mounted TV monitors in order to improve production times.
A Manufacturing Road Map
This hydraulic system producer describes why and how it implemented an ERP solution.
Updated ERP Software Speeds Processing
Global Shop Solutions introduces the 2014.1 version of its ERP software.
Global Shop Solutions to Host Free ERP Webinar
The webinar, hosted by company Senior Sales Engineer Roman Anguiano, will illustrate how the company’s ERP software can streamline operations.
Global Shop Solutions to Conduct ERP Workshop at Fabtech 2014
Company Vice President of Operations Mike Melzer will present the workshop, titled “Five Results You Can Expect with ERP That Will Transform Your Business.”
More Than 1,000 Free Apps for ERP Offered
Global Shop Solutions offers more than 1,000 free, downloadable, custom applications for use with its ERP software products.
Global Shop Solutions Opens Singapore Office
The company hopes to expand its Southeast Asia capabilities.
ERP Software Protects Document Integrity
Global Shop Solutions will introduce its Version Management System (VMS) 2.0 software for enterprise resource management, enabling access during production to current versions of spec sheets, drawings and other documents.
Get Ready for Growth
Making good parts is one thing, but making good parts in a process that is scalable is something different. Here is how one manufacturer rethought its production to prepare for opportunity.
The Unexpected Advantages of Robotic Automation
This shop justified the robot solely through improved use of labor. Other benefits came to light after the automation arrived.
ERP Software with Updated Forecasting System
Release 2012.1 of Global Shop Solutions’ One-System ERP Solutions software features a rewritten forecasting system as well as additional tools for paperless operations throughout the plant.
ERP Advanced Planning and Scheduling Module
Designed for small- and medium-sized shops and manufacturers, LAUNCH2010 enhances the core functions of the company’s One-System ERP Solutions software.
Attaining Synergy From Front Office To Shop Floor
By providing a centralized hub of real-time information, ERP software from Global Shop Solutions enables this shop to keep its finger on the pulse of the business. As a result, it can improve accountability, identify inefficiencies that need to be addressed and develop sound strategies for cost reduction and continuous improvement.
Redesigned Customer Relationship Management Tool
Global Shop Solutions’ enhanced GS Customer Relationship Management (CRM) tool simplifies how manufacturers file and access customer and prospect information. The redesigned tool is fully integrated with the company’s One-System ERP Solution.
ERP Provider To Host Virtual User Conference
As indexes remain volatile, manufacturers are continuing to keep a watchful eye on spending. In response, enterprise resource planning (ERP) software provider Global Shop Solutions will use a virtual platform to host its 2009 users conference.
ERP Tool Facilitates Easy Self-Customization
The Global Application Builder (GAB) is a programming tool that allows users to modify its ERP system to suit specific needs. GAB is a Rapid Application Development (RAD) language built to integrate with the company’s One-System ERP solutions. GAB allows both front-end and business logic customizations without affecting the core system.
ERP Tool for Manufacturers Facilitates Self-Customization
Global Application Builder (GAB), a programming tool that allows users to modify its ERP system to suit their specific needs, follows significant and successful customer field-testing of GAB in a variety of applications. The tool is a rapid application development language built from the ground up to integrate with the company’s One-System ERP tools. The tool allows both front-end and business logic customizations without impact to the core system.
ERP Tool For Custom Applications
Global Shop Solutions’ Global Application Builder (GAB) is a programming tool that allows users to modify the company’s ERP system to suit their specific needs. The tool is a Rapid Application Development (RAD) language built from the ground up to integrate with the company’s One-System ERP solutions. GAB allows both front-end and business logic customizations without impacting the core system.
ERP Software System
Version 2008.2 of this ERP software system enhances many existing functions within the application, while also bringing in a host of new features for improving on-time delivery and lowering the cost of manufacturing. Updates include enhancements to the task scheduler; recalculation of overtime by utilizing shi