The automotive industry demands precision, traceability, and relentless efficiency at every level of the supply chain. Whether you manufacture OEM components, aftermarket parts, or specialty assemblies, SAP Business One can be customized to meet the unique operational requirements that automotive manufacturers face daily.
Automotive-Specific Challenges
EDI Compliance
Automotive OEMs require EDI 830, 862, 856, and 810 transactions. SAP B1 integrates with EDI providers to automate these exchanges.
PPAP Documentation
Production Part Approval Process documentation can be linked to item master records and production orders within SAP B1.
Kanban & JIT
Configure pull-based replenishment and just-in-time delivery scheduling to meet OEM delivery windows.
IATF 16949 Compliance
Quality management customizations support IATF 16949 requirements for defect prevention and continuous improvement.
Key Customizations for Automotive Manufacturers
1. Serial and Lot Traceability
Automotive manufacturers must trace every component from raw material supplier through finished goods delivery. SAP Business One's batch and serial number management is configured to support AIAG traceability guidelines.
2. Advanced Production Planning
Automotive production demands precision scheduling that accounts for customer release schedules, tooling availability, and material constraints simultaneously.
3. Quality Management Integration
Automotive quality standards require statistical process control, measurement system analysis, and layered process audits. SAP Business One integrates with quality management systems to maintain a complete digital quality record.
- SPC data capture: Statistical process control data linked to production orders and work centers
- First Article Inspection: FAI records attached to new part setups in SAP
- 8D corrective actions: Customer complaint resolution tracked through completion
- Supplier scorecards: PPM tracking and delivery performance by supplier
- Control plans: Document control for current control plans linked to item routing
4. Cost Management for Automotive
Automotive Expertise
Synesis International is based in Greenville, SC — the heart of the Southeast automotive manufacturing corridor. Our team has implemented SAP Business One for Tier 1 and Tier 2 automotive suppliers and understands the exacting requirements of serving OEM customers like BMW, Michelin, and others.
