Today we are facing Industry 4.0, which brings great benefits but also great changes. Year after year, new technologies appear that allow us to be more efficient and achieve great goals. However, many industries do not want to make this change, why?

Because it is a new terrain, full of challenges, where not only the way of working is renewed but also the culture of the company is changed. It is a revolutionary change but, in our opinion, a necessary one. 

Here we tell you everything you need to know about Industry 4.0 and the benefits of taking the first step and adopting an ERP for this new stage.

What is Industry 4.0 for TOTVS?

Industry 4.0 is a transformation movement that has revolutionized the way companies manufacture, improve and distribute their products. From the use of technologies in production and in the strategic thinking of the organization.

What are these technologies? The Internet of Things (IoT), cloud computing, data analytics, artificial intelligence and machine learning.

Technology in the Manufacturing Sector

Every industry needs technology to accompany it and help it improve and grow. Many times the manufacturing sector is left behind due to lack of options and knowledge.

What tool can make the difference?

Having a complete ERP makes the difference in adopting strategies that help optimize the production chain. What does complete mean? A management system, with functionalities that go from the back office to the production plant. 

In order to provide an adequate solution for the sector, it is important to know what their needs and obstacles are, for example:

• Obtain competitive advantages.

• Adapt to new market demands.

• Modernize processes and optimize routines.

This tool is designed to solve all the problems that arise in production with multiple benefits. What do you get? A faster, less bureaucratic and more productive process.

What are the benefits of ERP for this sector?

There are many benefits that an ERP brings, but among them are 5 key ones:

Less hassle, less cost 

First and foremost, an ERP allows you to automate tasks to manage equipment and inventory more efficiently. Why? Because you will avoid unnecessary downtime or problems due to lack of raw materials or overstocked products. 

All these drawbacks, which arise more than we imagine, lead to very high costs. Together with TOTVS ERPERP, for example, you will be able to have an automated control and management that will allow you to simplify processes and pay attention to more important issues, avoiding large losses of money and time. 

2. Get that productivity up!

As we said earlier, you will have more time for important tasks, as will each team member. This allows for an increase in productivity, since everyone will be able to concentrate on activities that require strategic thinking and concentration time. In addition, you will be able to access all the data easily along with clear and complete reports, so you will be able to make correct and quick decisions!

3. Aligned to the corresponding legislation

A very important point is to comply with the main tax obligations. For this, it is necessary to have a solution that meets the deliveries required by local legislation. 

Together with TOTVS ERP, you can access the invoicing module with the main tools for the issuance of invoices, within the scheme required by the Treasury. 

In addition, you will find the production data better organized, helping you to fulfill certain obligations. In addition, maintenance will be much simpler.

Learn more about the advantages of managing maintenance costs with TOTVS ERP Click here!

4. More security for your peace of mind

Taking care of the company's information is a difficult and extremely important task. That is why, with a complete management system you will have access to a security structure with several layers of protection much greater than the security you can obtain by managing data on spreadsheets or paper. 

Note: Automation allows you to minimize filling errors, thus having more accurate data. 

5. Everything planned, everything controlled 

One of the main benefits of this type of tool is the possibility of organizing the production process, planning each point, and then being able to manage the entire production floor. 

PLUS Benefit: You can customize your ERP according to your needs. 

In conclusion, together with a complete ERP you can optimize your company. It's just a matter of taking a step forward and making the change. Etixen & TOTVS can accompany you in this process, to achieve a successful change, without delays in production and achieving a skilled team.

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