What is item master management software?

Item master management software helps manufacturers organize and manage part numbers, revisions, specifications, inventory data, BOM structures, approved vendors, and manufacturing traceability information in one centralized ERP database.

What is manufacturing part management software?

Manufacturing part management software helps manufacturers control engineering revisions, inventory visibility, purchasing information, production planning, and supplier data for all manufactured and purchased components.

Can item master software integrate with BOMs and inventory?

Yes. SimpleManufacturing™ integrates item master management with inventory control, BOM management, work orders, purchasing, MRP planning, and manufacturing traceability.

Item Master & Part Management Software for Manufacturing

SimpleManufacturing™ provides integrated Item Master and Part Management Software designed specifically for manufacturing businesses that require accurate engineering data, revision control, inventory visibility, supplier management, BOM integration, manufacturing traceability, and production planning.

The Item Master serves as the foundation of manufacturing ERP software, centralizing all part numbers, revisions, specifications, approved vendors, inventory definitions, MRP planning parameters, FIFO inventory layers, quality requirements, and linked manufacturing documentation.

Manufacturing ERP item master and part management software with inventory tracking and revision control

Why Manufacturers Need Item Master Management Software

Disconnected spreadsheets and inconsistent part records often create purchasing errors, inventory shortages, incorrect BOMs, production delays, and revision control problems. A centralized manufacturing item master database improves data accuracy, purchasing coordination, engineering visibility, and manufacturing traceability.

Revision Control

Track engineering revisions, specifications, and change history for complete manufacturing traceability.

BOM Integration

Integrates directly with Bill of Materials (BOM) management for accurate manufacturing structures.

Inventory Visibility

Coordinate inventory quantities, FIFO inventory layers, allocations, shortages, and purchasing activity.

MRP Planning

Support manufacturing planning using integrated MRP demand, forecasts, and replenishment parameters.

Key Item & Part Management Features

Item Master Database:
Centralized management of part numbers, descriptions, revisions, classifications, and engineering specifications.
Approved Manufacturer & Vendor Lists (AML / AVL):
Track approved suppliers, alternate manufacturers, vendor pricing, and procurement relationships.
Inventory Management Integration:
Coordinate inventory availability through integrated inventory management software .
Manufacturing BOM Integration:
View all assemblies and components using integrated BOM management software .
Purchase History:
Access complete purchasing history, supplier pricing, lead times, and procurement activity.
Manufacturing Work Order Visibility:
Track material issued to manufacturing work orders and production activity.
MRP Planning Parameters:
Manage reorder points, lead times, minimum quantities, safety stock, and planning policies.
FIFO Inventory Tracking:
Support first-in / first-out inventory costing, material traceability, and inventory valuation.
Linked Manufacturing Documents:
Attach drawings, certifications, specifications, quality documents, inspection requirements, and files.
Engineering Change Tracking:
Maintain full audit history of revisions, changes, approvals, and user activity.