Somewhere between Excel and ERP is core process for most manufacturers. By offering two versions of E-Z-MRP, no small manufacturer will be required to purchase more software than actually needed, while still having ability to grow into E-Z-MRP Unlimited version.

The EZ MRP package includes a full-featured Bill of Materials processor, plus a material planning and tracking module which tracks all sales orders, forecasts, work orders (planned, firm, and released), purchase orders, shortages, raw materials and finished goods inventories. It also records a complete audit trail on all inventory transactions. Also included is a physical inventory function and a purchase order module for printing purchase orders.

E-Z-MRP runs on any Windows-based PC or network, and requires only Access 2000, Access XP, or Access 2003 to run. No on-site or remote training is required. A comprehensive user manual with tutorials provides all required instruction. Leasing options are also available.

For more information visit company’s web site:http://www.e-z-mrp.com, or call 858-259-4334.

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4.Are you visible?

What does this mean? Well, with very few exceptions in life you need to be seen to be doing your job. Your colleagues need to know what you do. Your boss needs to know what you do. Your customers (anyone who uses your services) need to know what you do. You can’t help others if they don’t know you are there to be called on if need arises.

So not just for your own well being but for that of others you must be seen. You cannot shut yourself away in a corner and work unseen if you are to useful.

Do a good job and be seen doing it. Everybody gains.

5.Are you relaxed?

To make good decisions you must be relaxed. You can’t take in all issues when you are stressed out. You can’t consider all possibilities when you are in panic mode.

The first step is to ensure that you can answer ‘Yes’ to preceding four questions, because better you tackle issues raised more effective you and all your staff will be. The nearer you can get to overcoming problems presented less stressed you will be.

By addressing these questions you will inevitably become more relaxed. It will follow naturally. You will find that you are that much closer to your work being a real pleasure. You will be that much closer to success.

So ask yourself these questions and if you can’t honestly answer ‘Yes’ to them all start planning what you are going to do about it. Then put your plan into action.