Case study
Case Study: Geotechnical Ltd
Geotechnical reduced stock by up to 40%, reduced inaccuracies to 0.2% and lead times by up to 75%. The company trebled profits since implementation.
Smart MRP Software for
Electronics Manufacturing
UK electronics manufacturing is a fast-moving and challenging sector. Manufacturers must navigate complex regulatory requirements, rapid product iterations, high-mix, low-volume builds and the need for traceability throughout the process.
123Insight is an MRP system with more than 20 years of learning and feedback from EMS (Electronic Manufacturing Services) providers and electronics manufacturers. It’s a solution that has evolved according to their specific needs, offering the production planning, traceability, and control needed to thrive and remain innovative.
Our MRP software for electronics simplifies everything from Bill of Materials (BOM) version control to compliance reporting, helping address pain points and realise opportunities.
“123Insight contributed enormously to providing more information on profitability, which allowed us to make some radical business decisions. The proof of the system's success is in our profitability - we needed data to effectively improve our management of the business, and 123Insight gave it to us.”
Tony Watson, Operations Director, Geotechnical Ltd
UK Electronics Manufacturers –
the Key Challenges
Because we work closely with electronics manufacturers and speak with them daily, we have a deep understanding of the challenges they face. Here's what they're up against:
Complex Traceability Demands
Stricter regulations, customer audits, and industry certifications (IPC, ISO 9001/13485, IATF 16949) demand full end-to-end traceability. This means every component, every build, and every batch must be monitored and tracked throughout the supply chain.
BOM Version Chaos
Frequent engineering and design changes can make multi-level BOM management a headache, leading to errors, confusion and inefficiencies across the manufacturer’s business.
Tight Lead Times and Supply Chain Pressure
There is constant pressure within electronics manufacturers to deliver rapid innovation. But component shortages, extended lead times, and last-minute substitutions can be hugely problematic. When parts don’t arrive, production stops.
High Mix, Low Volume Production
Outside of the industry, it is easy to underestimate the challenge of High Mix, Low Volume. Not us. We know that managing hundreds of SKUs, custom builds, and fast turnarounds requires precision planning, and spreadsheets just can’t keep up.
Change Management & Compliance
With constant design changes and strict industry compliance, tracking who did what, when, and why isn’t optional for an electronics manufacturer; it is essential.
123Insight Addresses Electronics Manufacturing Pain Points
123Insight MRP was developed with input from UK electronics companies. Real feedback from real users, giving way to features and functionality that address specific industry challenges.
Complete Traceability from Start to Finish
Traceability for manufacturing is fully built-in to 123Insight. You can track every component, every assembly, and every process with batch number traceability. Whether you need to pass an audit, investigate a defect, conduct a speedy product recall, or comply with ISO, traceability is just a click away.
Stay Ahead of Supply Chain Disruption
The world is chaotic right now, and supply chains are under pressure. 123Insight allows you to stay ahead of the game, delivering proactive alerts on low stock, long lead times, and supplier performance. Users can fully automate purchase orders, avoid shortages, and substitute parts with full trace logging.
Powerful BOM
Management
In electronics manufacturing, the ability to handle complex, multi-level BOMs with full version control, change history, and instant impact analysis is vital. 123Insight means you can stay agile while maintaining full quality assurance.
Smarter Production Planning
The 123Insight MRP software balances customer orders, stock levels, and shopfloor capacity, providing real-time visibility and highly accurate production schedules you can trust. The use of real-time data and automation to plan and manage production more efficiently, accurately, and proactively is invaluable.
Effortless Compliance
There is more regulatory compliance in electronics manufacturing than ever. From RoHS and REACH to ISO standards, the 123Insight MRP system provides the audit trail, reporting, and documentation necessary to maintain compliance across every job and customer.
Trusted by UK EMS and Electronics Manufacturers
Electronics companies across the UK are already using 123Insight MRP to enhance quality, traceability, and overall business performance. From small-batch specialists to large-volume EMS providers, we help manufacturers of:
- Printed circuit boards (PCBs)
- Medical and scientific equipment
- Control panels and industrial electronics
- Consumer and IoT devices
123Insight helps our traceability without a doubt. We have a mature quality system here, and to a degree people don't even realise that they're doing it, but the traceability factors within 123Insight have assisted us on countless occasions.
When I talk to colleagues in the industry they are completely taken aback by the fact we can import a new job in seconds that would take them half a day. We derive great value from that and it gives us a great competitive edge in terms of responding quickly. That timeliness of response and efficiency is crucial to our business. With our old system we were lucky if we could get a job in within two days.
123Insight offers the whole package - from training, implementation, the software itself and flexible licencing. It just works well and ticks all the boxes. It gave us what we wanted. I think the biggest enhancement it gave us was the visibility of our stock, and work in progress. That was where it exceeded our expectations the most.
123Insight is far superior to any other MRP/ERP system I’ve used or seen. Had I come across 123Insight in my previous role, I would have saved megabucks! Staff can now quickly give me the data that I need in the format I want. It gives us opportunities that numerous other ERP systems I've worked with didn't.
Why Choose 123Insight?
Deep industry understanding
We know the challenges and how to address them
No obligation training
Zero-risk opportunity to see if 123Insight is right for you
Tried and tested implementation process
Go live according to your needs and timings
UK support
Local experts with manufacturing know-how
Continuous development
Regular updates based on user feedback
Pain Point | 123Insight Solution | Benefit |
|---|---|---|
Pain Point Component traceability | 123Insight Solution End-to-end traceability software | Benefit Pass audits, track defects instantly, manage risk |
Pain Point BOM change complexity | 123Insight Solution Versioned BOM management and change control | Benefit Reduce errors, boost quality |
Pain Point Supply chain volatility | 123Insight Solution Lead time alerts, auto-reorder, substitution logs | Benefit Avoid downtime, improve sourcing |
Pain Point Production planning uncertainty | 123Insight Solution Real-time MRP engine with demand forecasting | Benefit Hit delivery targets consistently |
Pain Point Compliance burden | 123Insight Solution Built-in compliance documentation and tracking | Benefit Stay audit-ready and industry-compliant |
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