ECi M1™ Manufacturing ERP Software
ECi M1 is an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software solution designed for growing manufacturers. Our customers include job shops, custom and mixed-mode manufacturers, and make-to-order manufacturers. M1 automates and integrates every business process from quoting through invoicing and point of sale (POS). It is also flexible and easy to customise, so it can handle the most valuable and unique business processes with ease.

Acquired by ECi in 2009, M1 ERP software has been used by manufacturing businesses across the globe for more than a decade.

Today, our in-depth industry-knowledge means that we are able to anticipate future needs and incorporate these into our software solutions.

Our customers reflect the diversity of the industries which we serve and include businesses of all sizes ranging from small start-up companies to large multi-branch, multi-country organisations.

Industry sectors include:
- Aerospace
- Automotive
- Fabricated Metal Products
- Furniture, Doors and Windows
- Electronics
- Machinery and Equipment
- Weapons and Ammunition
- Welding
- Wood and Wood products
- Rubber and Plastics products

With offices located in across the UK, the Netherlands, USA, Australia and New Zealand, we are a truly global software house and we pride ourselves on being able to provide a high level of service to all customers regardless of location.

How can ECi M1 help your business?
M1 software can help you reduce operational costs, improve productivity and increase profitability by:
- Simplifying the process of planning your production jobs
- Identifying shop floor capacity problems at a glance
- Reducing on hand inventory, boosting cash flow and improving on-time deliveries
- Providing an efficient method of collecting and controlling all labour records

M1 also has a vast array of business analysis and productivity tools, graphs, calendars, wizards, explorers and other shortcuts to increase your efficiency.

Essential functions of M1:
- Maintaining contact details for customers and suppliers
- Scheduling production to efficiently make use of resources
- Managing production jobs through job costing
- Controlling inventory of raw materials, finished goods and sub-assemblies
- Analysing pre- and post-sales activities
- Ensuring quality and managing warranties

The implementation and customer service teams will have your M1 system up and running quickly. With dedicated professionals and locations throughout the UK, the Netherlands, USA, Australia and New Zealand, ECi M1 will be with you every step of the way. Training and M1 customer service are always available to ensure you get the most from your ECi M1 ERP system