M1 requires extensive training to use the large library of resources
Use Cases and Deployment Scope
I use the M1 Production modules to create shop jobs along with closing those jobs and analyzing costs from them, tracking inventory, receiving purchase orders, and posting shipments. I Also use the Financial modules for accounts receivable, accounts payables, and general ledger entries.
Pros
- tracking inventory commitments
- tying purchase orders to a/p invoicing
- generating accounting reports
- creating job costs when jobs are handled correctly
Cons
- The job management module has flaws that have never been fixed including making it appear as if stock subassemblies can be made on a sales order job. This in fact always ends with costing errors and should not even be allowed.
- The default entry spaces in different modules should have more uniformity. Each module seems to react differently to menu prompts.
- Some processes throughout M1 take too many steps. It seems like there is room for simplification in many areas.
- There is an abundance of reports that just makes the system seem chaotic.
- The various "wizards" are not user-friendly and the instructions are totally lacking.
- The g/l account number composition could be simplified.
Likelihood to Recommend
M1 is well suited to a company that has exorbitant time to learn how to generate and read the various production reports.
I have to believe there are ERP systems that make daily use more streamlined and efficient for the average smaller company.
