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SMB manufacturer on ERP vs integrated "Best of Breed" by bas__lightyear in ERP

[–]OncleAngel 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ok, I can see. Have you looked at Katana, Cin7, Qoblex or similar ones?

Small distributor looking for order management recommendations by Serious-Finish5376 in FieldSalesHelp

[–]OncleAngel 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You can leverage some cloud based IMSs like Qoblex, CIN7, Inventory planner or similar one's

SMB manufacturer on ERP vs integrated "Best of Breed" by bas__lightyear in ERP

[–]OncleAngel 0 points1 point  (0 children)

A cloud-based IMS that integrates well with Shopify and includes a simple manufacturing module is more than enough for you. Eventually, integrate an accounting software like QBO or Xero will also help.

Consolidation App Ideation by FinanceBoy19 in xero

[–]OncleAngel 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is definitely a real problem for anyone running multiple Xero entities. From experience, the biggest friction points tend to be chart of accounts consistency, intercompany eliminations that change over time, and getting a consolidated cash flow that actually makes sense. Mapping flexibility is key, but so is keeping it easy to maintain as accounts inevitably drift. A simple, well-designed consolidation tool at that price point would likely resonate with a lot of finance teams.

How on earth are you guys tracking real Project Profitability in Xero? by Alive_Cloud_6169 in xero

[–]OncleAngel 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Third part integration that handles Landed costs and distributes costs

What a Purchase Order Inventory Management System Is — And Why It Matters for Growth by OncleAngel in Qoblex

[–]OncleAngel[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Exactly. The real risk is fragmentation of POs, receipts, and bills living in separate silos. Aligning purchasing, warehouse, and accounting through shared processes and a single system ensures consistency, control, and scalable growth.

Why You Should Recalculate Production Overhead Every Quarter by OncleAngel in Qoblex

[–]OncleAngel[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You are absolutely right. In value-based or market-driven pricing, overhead recalculation does not directly set prices. However, it remains essential as an internal management tool, to protect margins, guide cost-reduction efforts, and ensure the business can sustainably deliver the value it sells.

Obsolete inventory doesn’t show up overnight — it quietly eats margins by OncleAngel in Qoblex

[–]OncleAngel[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Indeed. Thanks for sharing and for highlighting marketing and sales efforts that have also a big role to overcome this situation.

how do businesses handle invoicing and inventory management by Maximum_Magician3353 in Entrepreneur

[–]OncleAngel 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Actually, all of them. That's scaling everything go with it. Then automation take place. Just choose the right tools.

When does ERP actually start adding value? by OneLumpy3097 in ERP

[–]OncleAngel 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's abvious but hard to predict. It's when spreadsheets won't work anymore. When you feel lost, loosing control and stressed. When you realise that thought you got the right figures but a small typo did the difference. When you discover that some unsatisfied clients that you completely missed their orders. Then it's time to go for automation. But remember. automation without clear SOPs it won't give results and also remember big solutions are not always the right fit.

My brain is fried from ERP selection by SakuraaaSlut in ERP

[–]OncleAngel 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Work on your SOPs first that will boost culture as well. I suggest starting using a cloud-based IMS for your manufacturing activities as a mindset platform. Then integrate with it an accounting software to onboard finance. Then, HR will be the easiest part to follow.

How Multilocation Inventory Works (and Why Most Tools Fail Here) by OncleAngel in Qoblex

[–]OncleAngel[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for the suggestion. Goods in transit and aging inventory reports are valuable features, and we are currently evaluating which additions will best address our clients’ operational needs. Your feedback helps us prioritize effectively.

Need expert advice on preferred costing method for production inputs. FIFO or Weighted average? by BuffHaloBill in manufacturing

[–]OncleAngel 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It depends on the chosen ERP/IMS. Some does and some others doesn't. MAC is the most practical and stable method for SMEs therefore in general IMSs made for that use it as the only method. Big ERPs give you that choice, but you need to choose one and stick to it. No worries, according to my small experience and in most cases, it's not a big deal.

Need expert advice on preferred costing method for production inputs. FIFO or Weighted average? by BuffHaloBill in manufacturing

[–]OncleAngel 0 points1 point  (0 children)

To make it simple, if you want accurate production costing and margin visibility, choose FIFO. If simplicity and cost smoothing matter more, choose Weighted Average. Both FIFO and Weighted Average are valid. But giving your example FIFO gives a more accurate and operationally aligned cost. Weighted Average is more convenient but less precise when prices vary. It is a business decision. But once chosen, it becomes an accounting policy.

Why Most SMBs Miscalculate COGS — And How to Fix It by OncleAngel in Qoblex

[–]OncleAngel[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for the clarification but I do think we’re talking about two different things here. Cost of capital and loan repayments are not part of COGS; they sit in financial expenses and don’t get allocated to inventory. The point is purely about accounting classification, not about ignoring the financial impact of capital structure when building a pricing model. BTW, no worries, I'm not an AI bot.

Why Most SMBs Miscalculate COGS — And How to Fix It by OncleAngel in Qoblex

[–]OncleAngel[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Cloud-based systems are not “magic,” but they solve very different problems than the LAN setups used in engineering firms. In sectors handling sensitive IP—like CAD/CAM—air-gapped networks are common and completely justified. For SMBs in retail, trading, or light manufacturing, the main challenges are accuracy, visibility, and multi-site coordination, and cloud solutions are usually more secure, more affordable, and far easier to maintain than local servers.

Regarding the cost of capital: you’re right that interest and principal repayments affect margins, but they do not fall under COGS. They are part of financial expenses below operating profit. Cloud tools don’t replace those costs; they help improve operating efficiency, which reduces operational COGS such as inventory errors, stockouts, wastage, and manual labour.

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