Course Title: ERP Design, Data Management, ERP Implementation & Operation in Flexible Packaging

    Course Duration:

    • Total Duration: 2 Days

    • Daily Duration: 6 hours per day

    • Format: Combination of lectures with PowerPoint presentation, case study discussions, hands-on sessions, and group activities.

    Course Objectives:

    • Understand the fundamentals of ERP systems and their role in the flexible packaging industry.

    • Learn the design and planning considerations for ERP systems in packaging operations.

    • Gain practical knowledge of data structuring, master data management, and workflow mapping.

    • Explore the ERP implementation cycle from planning to go-live and post-launch optimization.

    • Equip participants with tools to operate, evaluate, and improve ERP systems effectively.

    Target Audience:

    • ERP project managers and system analysts in packaging companies.

    • IT and MIS professionals working in manufacturing environments.

    • Functional heads of production, SCM, sales, QA/QC, and accounts.

    • Management professionals involved in digital transformation.

    • Entrepreneurs and business owners in the packaging sector planning ERP adoption.

    Day 1: ERP Design & Data Management in Flexible Packaging

    1. Introduction to ERP in Flexible Packaging:

      • Definition and significance of ERP.

      • Functional areas covered: production, sales, inventory, QC, accounts, HR.

      • Benefits of ERP: data visibility, process control, productivity, traceability.

    2. Designing ERP for Flexible Packaging Operations:

      • Core modules and features required in packaging ERP.

      • Mapping process flows: raw material inward to finished goods dispatch.

      • Customization vs off-the-shelf solutions.

      • ERP integration with machinery and QC devices (e.g., online printing inspection, MRP tools).

    3. Data Management & Master Data Structuring:

      • Material master, customer & vendor master, BOM, routing, recipe.

      • Key data fields and naming conventions.

      • Handling variable data: SKU specifications, order formats, machine parameters.

      • Ensuring data accuracy and version control.

    4. Database, Security & User Access:

      • ERP database types (SQL, Oracle, cloud-based systems).

      • User roles and permission hierarchy.

      • Data security, backup and audit trail.

    Day 2: ERP Implementation & Operational Excellence

    1. ERP Implementation Lifecycle:

      • Phases: requirement gathering, development, testing, training, deployment.

      • Key stakeholders and cross-functional team roles.

      • Change management strategies and risk mitigation.

    2. ERP Operation in Daily Packaging Workflow:

      • Order processing, production planning, job card generation.

      • Real-time inventory and material tracking.

      • Quality checks, rejection handling, and compliance data logging.

      • Sales, dispatch, and invoice generation through ERP.

    3. Monitoring, Reporting, and Continuous Improvement:

      • Dashboard design and report generation.

      • KPI monitoring (machine uptime, wastage %, OEE, delivery performance).

      • Troubleshooting operational issues in ERP.

      • Upgrades, support, and scaling the ERP system.

    4. Final Group Activity and Assessment:

      • Teams design a mini ERP module layout for a flexible packaging company.

      • Present workflow charts and discuss implementation strategy.

      • Group feedback and instructor comments.

    Course Materials:

    • ERP course guide with case examples from packaging industry.

    • Sample data templates and workflow diagrams.

    • Access to ERP system demo or simulation tools (if applicable).

    • Articles and whitepapers on ERP best practices.

    • Feedback and assessment documents.

    Evaluation and Feedback:

    • Daily quizzes and ERP scenario discussions.

    • Final day group presentation on ERP design.

    • Participant feedback forms for course refinement.