Argent International Improves On-Time Delivery and Inventory Accuracy with MES

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Argent International Improves On-Time Delivery and Inventory Accuracy with MES

Case study showing how Argent International replaced QAD ERP with Plex MES to reach near-100% on-time delivery, 98% inventory accuracy, and eliminate $60K in annual costs.

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June 4, 2026

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3 min read

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Argent International, a high-volume automotive converter producing 20M parts monthly, moved from an on-premise QAD ERP to the Plex Manufacturing Cloud. The cloud MES delivered real-time visibility into capacity, inventory, and production status. Barcode-driven cycle counting, automated alerts, and intuitive dashboards replaced manual processes. Results include 98% inventory accuracy, near-100% on-time delivery, $60K annual savings, and 20% sales growth without added headcount.

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Replaced on-premise QAD ERP with cloud MES to remove hardware and upgrade costs

Barcode scanning and cycle counting raised inventory accuracy from unreliable levels to 98%

Real-time dashboards and alerts enabled proactive scheduling and reduced machine downtime

Achieved near-100% on-time delivery while supporting 20% annual sales growth with fewer staff

Eliminated $60K yearly maintenance and licensing expense; IT shifted focus to strategic projects

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