SAP Business One – SME ERP solution
Align every cog – from the factory floor to the executive suite – with SAP Business One
Turn real-time data into quality products and smarter decisions – while staying compliant.
Partner with experts who understand manufacturing and help you build foundations for smooth, profitable operations.
“SAP Business One has been absolutely transformative. To be able to use a single system for all our core business functions, and for those functions to be able to speak to each other and share information automatically is such a powerful foundation for our operations.“
At-a-glance: SAP Business One for Manufacturers
Connect, control and optimise your entire operation
Turn real-time data into quality products and smarter decisions – while staying compliant.
Partner with experts who understand manufacturing and help you build foundations for smooth, profitable operations.
Manufacturing’s balancing act
The tensions between quality, speed, profit and compliance
Today’s makers are feeling the squeeze from all sides – which often pull in different directions.
Every delay, quality issue, or compliance slip-up cascades through your operation – eating into margins and putting customer and supplier relationships at risk. And when you’re juggling all this with outdated systems, these problems only multiply.
Meeting same-day delivery expectations.
Maintaining perfect inventory accuracy.
Managing multi-channel fulfillment.
Controlling costs while improving service.
SAP Business One’s manufacturing features
Put balance back into your manufacturing operations
Transform your challenges into advantages with SAP Business One’s all-in-one platform.
SAP Business One gives you the tools to master quality, speed, profit, and compliance – all from one platform. And get the data you need to make smarter, more confident decisions for growth.
See how SAP Business One’s manufacturing features help you do so.
PRODUCTION PLANNING & CONTROL
Eliminate bottlenecks, reduce downtime and maximise output
Go from firefighting to predictable production by managing your production steps in real-time.
SAP Business One’s data and processes help you cut delays, reduce waste, and increase output – so you can meet demand and stay competitive.
Real-time production tracking: Monitor and adjust schedules, resources and cycles to meet demand.
Real-time inventory tracking: Ensure you have the right materials at the right time, every time.
Automated stock reordering: Prevent shortages or overstocking with automatic reordering.
INVENTORY & WAREHOUSE MANAGEMENT
Stop stock surprises, start strategic & profitable control
Match stock levels and deliveries to demand with tracking & automation.
SAP Business One gives you a full view of your supply chain and automation tools that help you easily balance supply and demand.
Accurate inventory tracking: Know exactly what’s in stock in all locations, at all times.
Smart reordering: Automatically reorder stock at the right levels to meet demand.
Supplier performance monitoring: Track supplier reliability to avoid delays and improve partnerships.
QUALITY CONTROL & COMPLIANCE
Quality assurance built into every step
Ensure top-tier quality and compliance from start to finish with SAP B1.
From automated checks to detailed records, you can ensure your products meet the highest standards and stay compliant with industry rules.
Quality checks: Ensure product quality throughout the production process.
Compliance management: Keep detailed records to meet industry standards.
Cost tracking: Monitor production costs to stay within budget and ensure profitability.
WHY APH?
SAP B1’s success depends on having experts who understand both worlds
And who genuinely care about your success.
ERP implementation failures hit manufacturers particularly hard, disrupting production and affecting customer deliveries. Success depends on having a partner who can bridge the gap between SAP and manufacturing operations. And one that listens to everyone – from your factory floor to the top floor – to ensure the solution meets your unique needs and vision.
Proven experience
We speak your language but listen first
You’ll work with a team that’s implemented SAP for manufacturers across the UK. One that understands both your production challenges and how to solve them through SAP.
“They knew what our problems were and asked the right questions. But there was an element of, “Been there done that, don’t worry about it. It’s all good. We know what we’re doing.“
Steve Horder / CEO, PCS Instruments
Strategic partnership
You’ll want to run ideas by us, not costs
We believe successful implementations start with understanding your unique processes and challenges. That’s why we spend time on your factory floor, talk with your team, and ensure SAP aligns perfectly with your operation.
“I don’t think there’s any IT project that we wouldn’t discuss with APH first.” “We’ll sound them out and they may come back and say, “Have you thought of doing it this way?” And it’s better. With our past vendor, we’d call them and say, “How much does that cost?“
Max Sheridan / Managing Director, Algeos
Family-run values since 1984
We continue earning your trust long after go-live
With APH, it’s always personal. We may have grown in expertise, but we’ll never outgrow your business. And we’ve never sold out.
“The APH team is knowledgeable, approachable, and genuinely invested in our success. It’s clear that APH values strong relationships and takes pride in delivering a service that feels both personal and professional.“
Claire Nihill, Operations Manager, Gawith Hoggarth & Co Ltd
APH CUSTOMERS
Specialists in SAP Business One implementation
for manufacturing SMEs
How Newport accelerated order processing and gained strategic insights from their existing SAP.
How Newport accelerated order processing and gained strategic insights from their existing SAP.
Our SAP Business One methodology
SAP’s proven methodology and our expertise are the building blocks
It’s how we deliver it that shows we’re as invested in your success as you are.
We know how much rests on your SAP project being delivered on time, to your exact needs. Our Accelerated Implementation Program builds on over 40 years of experience and SAP best practices. But it’s how we deliver it that makes the difference.
INTEGRATION PARTNERS & APPS
Integrate SAP Business One with leading manufacturing and business add-ons
Our SAP Business One integration partners
SAP FAQs
Most of our manufacturing implementations are completed within 9-12 months. However, the exact timeline depends on your specific needs and processes. We’ll provide a detailed project timeline during our initial discovery sessions.
No. Our phased implementation approach ensures minimal disruption to your daily operations. We plan carefully around your production schedules and provide comprehensive training to ensure a smooth transition.
Costs vary based on your specific needs, number of users, and required functionality. We’ll provide transparent pricing after understanding your requirements. More importantly, we’ll help you identify where SAP can deliver the quickest ROI for your operation.
While some benefits like real-time visibility are immediate, most manufacturers begin seeing significant operational improvements within 6-9 months. We’ll help you identify and track specific KPIs to measure success.
Yes. SAP Business One is specifically designed for SMEs. It provides enterprise-level capabilities in a package that’s both scalable and manageable for smaller operations. We’ll ensure you only implement what you need.
Yes. SAP Business One adapts to various manufacturing types – from discrete to process manufacturing. During our discovery phase, we’ll map your specific processes to ensure the solution fits your needs perfectly.
Our team includes professionals with hands-on manufacturing experience. We understand everything from BOMs to MRP, and we’ve implemented SAP for manufacturers across various sectors for over [X] years.
You’ll have a dedicated account team who knows both your business and SAP. We provide regular check-ins, proactive maintenance, and direct access to our team – not a call center.
SAP Business One integrates with a wide range of manufacturing systems including:
Yes. Whether you’re using Shopify, Magento, WooCommerce or other platforms, we can integrate your online sales with SAP Business One for real-time inventory management and order processing.
SAP Business One supports Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) with suppliers and customers. With the add-on Codeless platforms, it’s even quicker to set up automated document exchange for purchase orders, invoices, shipping notices and more.
We’ll help migrate your essential data to SAP Business One, ensuring accuracy and usability. We’ll also train your team on maintaining data quality in the new system.
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