Howe Corporation Epicor ERP Implementation for Real-Time Manufacturing Visibility

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Howe Corporation Epicor ERP Implementation for Real-Time Manufacturing Visibility

Case study of Howe Corporation's migration to Epicor ERP to replace legacy systems and gain real-time shop floor visibility.

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June 4, 2026

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3 min read

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Howe Corporation, a 50-employee refrigeration equipment manufacturer, implemented Epicor ERP in 2009 to replace Manage 2000 and Vantage. The deployment delivered automated routing, improved MRP and APS capabilities, and eliminated manual punch-card time tracking. Key outcomes include better inventory control, streamlined product costing, and end-to-end product lifecycle management through PDM.

Key takeaways

Replaced 20-year-old ERP with modern SOA-based Epicor ERP for scalability

Automated shop floor routing replaced manual punch-card processes

Implemented forecasting, MRP, and APS for improved scheduling accuracy

Gained real-time inventory visibility and reduced manual quote workflows

Achieved cost savings via Windows platform versus prior UNIX environment

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