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BCN Manufacturing

Modern technology is a key differentiator for manufacturers. From AI and automation to cloud computing and analytics, businesses in the manufacturing sector are embracing modern solutions to empower them to overcome challenges, improve processes and drive growth.

IT Support for Manufacturing

BCN Manufacturing combines expertise in data analytics, automation, cloud-based services and on-site applications to support manufacturers to overcome their toughest challenges and maximise their potential. With years of experience delivering powerful IT solutions, BCN is a trusted partner for manufacturers looking to enhance operational efficiency, streamline processes and future-proof their businesses.

About BCN Manufacturing

As a leading provider of IT infrastructure and cutting-edge solutions for the manufacturing sector, BCN partners with your operational and technical teams to identify targeted improvements that unlock the performance potential of your technology investments. Our expertise spans the full Microsoft stack as well as leading industry-specific software and applications, enabling us to deliver solutions that address your unique set of needs and help you achieve your key objectives.

BCN is committed to building customer partnerships that deliver lasting value, founded on a best-practice approach to service delivery, consultation and ongoing customer support.

 

Challenges

Technology challenges in the manufacturing sector 

The manufacturing sector is navigating a period of significant change. Businesses are working to address supply chain disruptions, rising costs and sustainability pressures, all while managing rapid technological advancements and a growing skills gap.

Despite these challenges, technology presents immense opportunities for manufacturers to enhance efficiency, build resilience and maintain a competitive edge. BCN specialises in delivering IT solutions, managed services and digital strategies that tackle the following challenges head-on:

  • Supply chain disruption

    Global supply chain instability impacts production schedules and costs. BCN helps manufacturers improve supply chain visibility and resilience, with robust data and powerful analytics solutions including Power BI, EasySPC and Evo-supply, designed with the manufacturing industry in mind.

  • Skills shortages

    Attracting and retaining the right workers with the right skills is increasingly difficult in the wake of Brexit and Covid-19. BCN’s Modern Workplace solutions are designed to help manufacturers overcome this challenge, facilitating remote work and collaboration, and ensuring teams can work smarter and more effectively, from anywhere.

  • Rising operational costs

    The cost of doing business continues to rise, driven largely by soaring inflation and energy prices. BCN’s cloud infrastructure services and cutting-edge cyber security solutions help manufacturers reduce costs while protecting their operations, driving efficiency gains and positioning themselves for growth.

  • Sustainability pressures

    Meeting environmental targets as a manufacturing business requires an innovative approach to reducing waste and improving resource management. BCN works with manufacturers to identify areas for improvement, and supports them with energy-efficient technologies and automation solutions designed to reduce their carbon footprint and help them meet net-zero targets while reducing waste and maximising resources.

  • Technological advancements

    Keeping pace with technological advancements is critical for ensuring manufacturers maintain a competitive edge. BCN empowers customers in the manufacturing sector with cutting-edge technologies like AI, machine learning and SPC solutions that harness the power of data to enhance production processes, streamline quality assurance and drive decision-making.

FEATURED SOLUTIONS

Better insights, better processes, better outcomes

Explore our range of cutting-edge manufacturing IT solutions

  • EasySPC

    Monitor process variation, improve quality, reduce waste and control costs with our Microsoft-certified Power BI custom visual for Statistical Process Control charts.

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  • Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central

    Streamline operations with this all-in-one ERP solution, including Evo-supply, tailored specifically for manufacturers.

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  • AI & Automation

    Accelerate digital transformation and leverage the full power of technology by integrating AI and machine learning into production processes to increase efficiency and unlock new insights.

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  • Cyber Security Services

    Safeguard your operations and critical data with BCN’s comprehensive cybersecurity, disaster recovery and backup solutions designed for the manufacturing sector.

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OUR MANUFACTURING IT EXPERTS

Support your IT journey

At BCN, we understand the unique challenges manufacturers face, from supply chain management to process optimisation. Our experts bring extensive experience in IT and manufacturing to ensure your digital transformation delivers real value and measurable results.

Get in touch to learn more about our data-driven solutions and IT services, designed to help manufacturers thrive in a rapidly changing landscape.

CUSTOMER STORIES

See how we've helped transform organisations like yours

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P&B Foods

Due to an ineffective disaster recovery plan, P&B Foods suffered an unsophisticated malware attack, highlighting the need to transition to a new IT provider. BCN developed a clear strategy to accelerate their digital transformation, giving P&B the confidence they needed to plan for organic growth and make future strategic acquisitions.

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  • Cyber Security
  • Food Wholesale
  • Microsoft Office 365
  • RingCentral
  • Sage200

Tradelink

Tradelink is a timber trading group that supplies a selected range of timber products in sawn lumber, decking, flooring, molding and components, laminated products, plywood, rail ties, and logs, procured from timber-producing regions around the world, with environmental due diligence and logistical expertise. BCN worked with Tradelink, migrating their on-premise exchange to Microsoft 365

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  • Industrial Services
  • Microsoft 365
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Why BCN?

BCN’s success in the manufacturing technology sector is rooted in the relationships we build with our customers and technology partners.

Our end-to-end capabilities and deep sector expertise position us as a trusted partner for manufacturers looking to drive innovation, efficiency and growth, whatever the challenges that lie ahead.