Modernizing Metal Fabrication: How Infor CSI Delivers Operational ROI

Introduction

Metal fabrication companies are under unprecedented pressure. Material costs remain volatile, labor shortages persist, and customers are demanding faster lead times with greater customization. To stay competitive, manufacturers need more than machine-level upgrades — they need modern ERP software for modernizing metal fabrication. Read how Infor CSI delivers operational ROI that unifies operations, improves profitability, and enables scalable growth.

For companies still relying on legacy ERP or disconnected systems, the risks are significant: inaccurate costing, inefficient production scheduling, limited visibility, and compliance exposure. This is where Infor CloudSuite Industrial (CSI) stands apart.

Why Infor CloudSuite Industrial (CSI) for Fabricators

Infor CSI ERP is engineered specifically for manufacturers who need to control costs, optimize shop floor operations, and build resilience into their supply chains. Unlike generic ERP platforms, CSI delivers deep functionality for engineer-to-order, make-to-order, and high-mix fabrication environments, helping leaders make data-driven decisions that directly impact the bottom line.

Key Advantages of Infor CSI for Metal Fabrication

1. Real-Time Profitability with Material Intelligence

Automatically account for raw material price fluctuations, surcharges, and scrap recovery.
Use dynamic costing models integrated with purchasing and quoting to protect margins.

2. Shop Floor Productivity with Connected Manufacturing

Leverage MES, mobile capture, and IoT-enabled machine integration for real-time labor and production tracking.
Reduce downtime with direct CNC, laser, and robotics connectivity.

3. Full Visibility & Dimensional Inventory Control

Optimize nesting and material yield with dimensional inventory management.
Gain end-to-end traceability with as-built records, serial/lot tracking, and in-process quality checks.

4. Accurate Quoting with Advanced CPQ

Configure and price complex products in minutes with Configure Price Quote (CPQ) tools.
Improve quote accuracy, accelerate sales cycles, and increase win rates.

5. Built-In Compliance & Sustainability Tracking

Ensure compliance with ISO, ITAR, and customer-driven requirements using integrated audit trails.
Track environmental impact across the product lifecycle for sustainability reporting.

The ROI of Modern ERP in Fabrication

Adopting Infor CSI for metal fabrication is not simply a system upgrade — it’s a strategic investment in operational excellence. By consolidating finance, production, supply chain, and compliance into a single ERP platform, fabricators can:

Improve on-time delivery performance.
Increase material yield and reduce waste.
Enhance customer responsiveness.
Scale profitably without adding complexity.

Conclusion & Call to Action
For forward-looking fabrication executives, modern ERP is the foundation for competitiveness. Infor CloudSuite Industrial delivers the visibility, control, and scalability needed to thrive in today’s market.

If you’re ready to future-proof your fabrication business with a proven ERP platform, WM Synergy can help. Contact us today to explore how Infor CSI can deliver measurable ROI for your operation.