Manufacturing
At OCS Consulting, we understand the importance of reliable IT systems in manufacturing, where production processes, stock control, order management and business operations all need to work together effectively.
We provide tailored IT services and solutions to help manufacturing organisations maintain business-critical applications, improve operational efficiency and develop systems that meet their changing requirements. From supporting established applications to building bespoke software that connects processes and data, we work closely with your team to find practical solutions to real business challenges.
With over 40 years of IT consultancy experience, we combine technical expertise with a problem-solving approach, taking the time to understand how your business operates and what your systems need to deliver.
Manufacturing organisations rely on applications that support day-to-day operations, from production scheduling and stock management to order processing and reporting. When these systems encounter problems, the impact can extend well beyond the IT department.
OCS provides responsive application support, maintenance and development to help keep essential systems running reliably.
We can take responsibility for established applications, resolve technical issues, improve performance and make changes as business requirements evolve.
Our approach combines technical expertise with an understanding of the operational impact of IT issues, helping your team maintain dependable systems and minimise disruption.
Off-the-shelf software does not always accommodate the way a manufacturing business works. Where existing tools or manual processes no longer meet operational needs, bespoke applications can provide a more effective way to manage information and connect activities across the business.
OCS designs and develops tailored software around your processes and requirements. This can include production tracking, stock control, order management, barcode scanning, system integration and the automation of routine tasks.
We work with your team to understand how work is carried out in practice, from the office through to the factory floor. This helps us develop solutions that fit the operation, improve visibility of orders and stock, reduce manual administration and make better use of business information.
Legacy Application Support & Development
Many manufacturers depend on established applications that have supported their operations for years. These systems may contain important business logic and knowledge of processes that have evolved over time, making them difficult to replace without careful consideration.
OCS has extensive experience supporting, maintaining and enhancing legacy applications across a wide range of technologies, including Progress OpenEdge, PowerBuilder, Microsoft and database platforms.
Whether you need to retain an existing system, improve its performance, extend its functionality or assess options for replacement, we can help you determine the most appropriate approach. Our priority is to ensure your systems continue to support your business while providing a practical way forward as your requirements change.
Data Integration and Operational Visibility
Manufacturing processes generate information at every stage, from customer orders and raw materials through to production, stock movements and dispatch. When this information is held in separate applications or spreadsheets, gaining a clear picture of operations can be difficult.
OCS helps connect applications and data sources to improve the flow of information across your business. We can develop integrations between operational and financial systems, automate data processing and reporting, and create applications that provide a clearer view of stock, order progress and production activity. By making information more accessible and reducing reliance on manual processes, we help manufacturers improve traceability, make better use of available resources and support informed operational decisions.
A Long-Term IT Partner for Manufacturing
Since 1984, OCS Consulting has helped organisations solve complex IT challenges and maintain the systems their businesses depend on. Our experience spans changing technologies, established business applications and bespoke solutions designed around specific operational requirements. We understand that the right solution is not always a complete system replacement or a major transformation programme. Sometimes it means keeping an important application running, making a process more efficient or developing a targeted solution to address a particular business need.
Looking for IT support or software development for your manufacturing business? Contact us today to discuss your manufacturing IT needs.
