How Aerospace Manufacturers Can Improve Scheduling, Traceability, and Quality with Cetec ERP’s Latest Features
Aerospace manufacturing is one of the most demanding industries when it comes to precision, compliance, and efficiency. Every component must meet strict FAA, AS9100, and ISO 9001 standards, and each step of the production process must be meticulously tracked. Small and mid-sized aerospace suppliers often struggle to balance these requirements while keeping operations efficient and cost-effective.
Cetec ERP has introduced three new features designed to help aerospace manufacturers improve scheduling, traceability, and quality management:
- Drag-and-Drop Gantt Chart for Work Order Scheduling
- Serial Number-Specific Time Tracking
- Enhanced Inspection Failure Reporting
Let’s take a closer look at how these tools can help manufacturers in the aerospace sector manage their operations more effectively.
1. Advanced Work Order Scheduling with a Drag-and-Drop Gantt Chart
Aerospace manufacturers deal with complex production schedules, requiring careful coordination of resources, materials, and labor. Cetec ERP’s new Drag-and-Drop Gantt Chart Scheduling Tool simplifies work order management, providing real-time visibility into production schedules.
With this tool, users can:
Schedule work orders forward or backward based on deadlines
Identify bottlenecks and adjust schedules in real time
Drag and drop unscheduled orders directly into the timeline
Optimize resources to improve delivery timelines
For aerospace suppliers, on-time delivery is critical. This new feature ensures that work orders are planned efficiently and adjusted quickly when priorities change.
2. Serial Number-Specific Time Tracking for Granular Traceability
Traceability is a core requirement in aerospace manufacturing. Every component must be accounted for, not only to comply with regulations but also to maintain quality control and cost tracking.
The new Serial Number-Specific Time Tracking Tool in Cetec ERP allows shop floor personnel to log labor directly against specific serial numbers or serial ranges within a work order. This means manufacturers can:
Track labor costs down to the individual part level
Improve compliance with AS9100 and ITAR standards
Gain a more accurate understanding of production costs per serialized part
Ensure better audit readiness with detailed work order records
This feature strengthens traceability, making it easier to provide documentation in case of audits or recalls.
3. Enhanced Inspection Failure Reporting for Better Quality Control
Quality failures in aerospace manufacturing can be costly, both financially and in terms of reputation. To address this, Cetec ERP’s updated Inspection Failures Report now includes fields for tracking additional material and labor costs associated with quality failures.
Manufacturers can now:
Capture the full cost of rework due to inspection failures
Identify recurring failure trends and take corrective action
Strengthen quality assurance processes and minimize waste
This level of visibility allows aerospace manufacturers to improve their cost analysis and refine quality control measures to prevent recurring issues.
Why These Features Matter for Aerospace Suppliers
Aerospace suppliers operate in a highly regulated and competitive environment. The ability to schedule efficiently, track serialized parts accurately, and quantify quality costs gives manufacturers an edge in maintaining compliance and profitability.
As Tanner Rogers, Senior Consultant at Cetec ERP, puts it:
“Aerospace suppliers can get an ERP system that offers real-time scheduling, traceability, and cost analysis—without the high cost of traditional manufacturing software.”
By leveraging cloud-based ERP solutions like Cetec ERP, small and mid-sized aerospace manufacturers can achieve the same level of control and compliance as larger enterprises—without the massive IT overhead.
Conclusion
Cetec ERP’s latest aerospace manufacturing tools provide much-needed enhancements in scheduling, traceability, and quality management. Whether you’re looking to improve work order scheduling, enhance serial number tracking, or gain better insight into inspection failures, these new features can help streamline operations and support regulatory compliance.
To learn more about how Cetec ERP supports aerospace manufacturing, visit www.cetecerp.com.