Epicor
Grow, thrive, and compete in a global marketplace with Kinetic—an industry-tailored, cognitive ERP that helps you work smarter and stay connected.
Manufacturing ERP
Epicor Kinetic
Kinetic is a global cloud ERP solution designed for and with manufacturers, helping them maximize profitability with real-time business intelligence and built-in collaboration tools.
Business Intelligence
Epicor Grow
Break down information silos by connecting data inside and outside your organization with Epicor Grow, your go-to source of truth for cloud-based business intelligence.
Financial Planning
Epicor FP&A
Epicor FP&A is a cloud solution that empowers you with a new working structure—improving your financial reporting processes, enhancing your operations, and helping you adapt to a dynamic environment. With the CFO holding the reins, bolstered by cutting-edge machine-learning technology, you can help ensure your business is ready.
Epicor Advanced MES
Epicor Advanced MES collects data directly from equipment and operators on the shop floor in real time, maximizing data accuracy and process automation. With information instantly in your hands, you can anticipate and solve production problems before they happen.
Frequently Asked Questions
Epicor implementation typically takes between 4 to 12 months, depending on project scope and complexity. Implementation timelines vary based on: Company size Number of users Number of modules deployed Level of customization Data migration complexity Integration requirements Process re-engineering needs General timeline estimates: Small to mid-sized manufacturers: 4–8 months Multi-site or global enterprises: 8–12+ months A structured implementation approach usually includes: Discovery and requirements gathering System design and configuration Data migration Integration development Testing and validation Training Go-live and post-launch support Working with an experienced Epicor implementation partner significantly reduces risk and accelerates deployment.
Epicor ERP is used to manage and integrate core business processes for manufacturers, distributors, and mid-market enterprises. It centralizes operations across: Financial management (GL, AP, AR, fixed assets) Supply chain and inventory management Production planning and scheduling (MRP, APS) Manufacturing execution (MES) Quality control and compliance Business intelligence and analytics Multi-site and multi-company operations Epicor ERP helps organizations: Improve operational efficiency Increase production visibility Reduce inventory waste Streamline procurement Enhance financial control Support digital transformation initiatives It is especially strong in discrete manufacturing, make-to-order, engineer-to-order, and mixed-mode environments.
Epicor Kinetic is the modern cloud-enabled version of Epicor ERP. Key differences include: Epicor ERP (Traditional Platform): Historically deployed on-premise Classic interface and architecture Suitable for companies maintaining legacy infrastructure Epicor Kinetic: Built for cloud-first deployment Modern web-based user interface Embedded analytics and real-time dashboards Enhanced automation and AI-driven capabilities Improved user experience and mobility In simple terms: Epicor ERP refers to the broader product family. Epicor Kinetic is the latest evolution of the Epicor ERP platform with cloud-native capabilities and modern UX architecture.
Yes, Epicor ERP is specifically designed for manufacturing organizations and is considered one of the leading ERP systems for the sector. Epicor stands out because it includes: Industry-specific manufacturing workflows Built-in Material Requirements Planning (MRP) Advanced Planning and Scheduling (APS) Real-time shop floor data collection Quality management and compliance tools Multi-site and global manufacturing support It supports manufacturing models such as: Make-to-Stock (MTS) Make-to-Order (MTO) Engineer-to-Order (ETO) Configure-to-Order (CTO) Unlike generic ERP platforms, Epicor was developed with manufacturing complexity in mind, making it well suited for companies needing production visibility, supply chain synchronization, and operational scalability.
Yes, Epicor supports full cloud deployment as well as on-premise and hybrid models. Deployment options include: Cloud (SaaS) hosted by Epicor On-premise deployment Hybrid cloud configurations Cloud deployment benefits include: Lower infrastructure costs Automatic updates and upgrades Improved cybersecurity posture Scalability for multi-site operations Reduced IT maintenance burden Epicor Kinetic is optimized for cloud deployment, making it a strong option for manufacturers pursuing digital transformation strategies.