Moore on Manufacturing: Beyond Month-End: Real-Time Dashboards for Faster Decisions
Originally published on May 4, 2026
Manufacturers often sit on piles of disconnected data, yet they still rely on month-end closes that reveal problems 30–45 days too late. In this episode, Mike and Kevin explain how to centralize data from ERP, CRM, equipment and spreadsheets, automate reporting, and turn it into real-time dashboards with clear, actionable KPIs. They walk through a sample dashboard showing executive summaries and drill-downs across profitability, customers, working capital, inventory and production. And they talk about best practices like focusing on a few key metrics, setting a review cadence and assigning ownership to ensure follow-through.
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