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Backflushing Labor Operations in Epicor Kinetic
Backflushing labor operations can simplify production reporting and reduce manual effort on the shop floor, but only when applied correctly. This article explains how backflushing works in Epicor Kinetic, where it adds value, and how to configure it to maintain accurate scheduling, costing, and performance tracking.
Mar 264 min read


How to Group Jobs in Epicor Using Days of Supply for Make Direct Parts
Managing too many small production jobs can make planning unnecessarily complex. In this article, we explain how Epicor’s Days of Supply parameter can help group demand and reduce job volume when working with Make Direct parts. Learn how this planning setting works, how to configure it, and how it can simplify production planning while improving manufacturing efficiency.
Mar 165 min read


Stock vs Nonstock Parts in Epicor Kinetic: What They Are and When to Use Each
Understanding the difference between Stock and Nonstock Parts in Epicor ERP is essential for accurate inventory control, purchasing decisions, and production planning. This article explains how each configuration works, how it impacts MRP and job costing, and when each should be used to support efficient manufacturing and reliable ERP data.
Mar 106 min read


Give To Gain: Celebrating International Women’s Day 2026
International Women’s Day 2026 invites us to reflect on the power of giving. In this article, we explore this year’s theme, Give To Gain, and highlight the voices of the women at Mayan Technologies who share how mentorship, collaboration, and opportunity help drive progress in the workplace.
Mar 66 min read


Epicor BOM Strategy: How Assembly Settings Impact Jobs, Inventory, and Cost
Struggling to decide between Pull as Assembly, View as Assembly, and Phantom BOM in Epicor? This article breaks down how each setting impacts job structure, inventory, costing, and visibility. Learn when to use each configuration and how to align your BOM strategy with make-to-stock, make-to-order, and engineer-to-order environments.
Feb 274 min read


How to Use the Project Management Module in Epicor Kinetic
Managing complex, project-based work inside your ERP should bring clarity, not confusion. In this guide, we break down how the Epicor Kinetic Project Management module connects quoting, WBS phases, job costing, milestone billing, and revenue recognition into one structured workflow, giving teams real-time visibility into costs, progress, and profitability from start to finish.
Feb 195 min read


Backflush in Epicor Kinetic: Benefits, Limitations, and Best Practices
Backflush in Epicor ERP can simplify material issuing and streamline production reporting, but it also impacts costing and inventory accuracy. In this article, Victoria Sanchez explains how Backflush works, its key benefits and limitations, and when it makes sense to use it in a manufacturing environment.
Feb 124 min read


Mastering UOM Changes in Epicor: A Step-by-Step Workaround Guide
Changing a part’s UOM Class or Inventory UOM in Epicor is not always straightforward once transactions exist. This article walks through a system-safe workaround using Part UOM Conversion, outlining required prerequisites, step-by-step options, and validation tips to help ensure accurate conversions without compromising data integrity.
Feb 53 min read


5 Ways Epicor Kinetic Empowers Business Growth
As organizations grow, operational complexity grows with them. This article explores five ways Epicor Kinetic supports sustainable business growth, from user adoption and real-time visibility to scalability and industry-aligned processes, helping companies expand without losing control.
Jan 303 min read
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