Case Study: UPCO, Inc. achieves 50% shorter lead times and 35% more capacity with WM Synergy (Infor ERP VISUAL Easy Lean)

UPCO drills into new business with Infor ERP VISUAL Easy Lean

UPCO Inc., a U.S. manufacturer of downhole oilfield equipment, was constrained by long manufacturing lead times, excessive work-in-progress inventory, and below-target productivity that prevented the company from taking on available business. WM Synergy worked with UPCO Inc. to address these issues using Infor ERP VISUAL Easy Lean scheduling and planning software to streamline scheduling, inventory replenishment, and workflow prioritization.

WM Synergy’s implementation of Infor ERP VISUAL Easy Lean cut UPCO Inc.’s lead times and work-in-progress by 50%, doubled productivity (raising productivity from about $65–$70 per man-hour to $147), and enabled the company to handle 35% more business with fast ROI and clearer production priorities. WM Synergy’s solution also delivered measurable process improvements and better decision-making through automated work orders, replenishment triggers, and detailed performance reporting.

UPCO Inc.

Bill Ridenour

President