Data Sitting in Silos
Engineering, operations, and supply chain teams all have data, but it's not connected, so decisions get made in the dark or in competing spreadsheets. Azure and Power Platform stitch those sources into one source of truth.
Manufacturing Industry
From Disconnected Systems to Intelligent Manufacturing Operations
TrellisPoint helps manufacturers modernize their manufacturing ERP and CRM, reduce manual work, and make smarter decisions using Microsoft tools you may already have.
Why Manufacturers Work With Us
The Problems We're Actually Solving
94% of manufacturers say digital transformation is a top priority. Most are still running on disconnected systems, manual handoffs, and data they can't trust. Here's what we hear most.
Too Much Manual Work
Handoffs between systems and teams require people to re-enter data, chase updates, and manage by spreadsheet. That's time your team shouldn't be spending. Workflow automation with Power Platform takes the busywork off your plate.
Hard to Prove ROI on Tech Spend
You've invested in software, but getting real, measurable return is harder than the vendor pitch made it sound. Our AI Value Engine framework helps you find and show the value.
Sound familiar? Let's talk through it.
Schedule a Free AssessmentOur Credentials
Your Trusted Microsoft Partner for Manufacturing
Microsoft AI Cloud Partner
Recognized expertise as a Microsoft Solutions Partner across Dynamics 365, Azure, Fabric, and Power Platform.
IT, OT & Engineering Experience
We understand the full technology environment of a manufacturer, not just enterprise software.
Outcome-Focused Delivery
Every project ties to measurable business results through our AI Value Engine approach. If we can't show you the value, we won't propose it.
Meet You Where You Are
Already on Microsoft? Great. Using other tools? We can work with that. No rip-and-replace required to start.
Solution Areas
Where We Focus for Manufacturers
Digital transformation improves manufacturing throughput by 10–30%, reduces machine downtime by 30–50%, and improves labor productivity by 15–30%. Here's where we help manufacturers get there.
Increase Visibility and Control Across Your Supply Chain
Disconnected manufacturing ERP systems make it hard to respond to disruptions. We unify supply chain data on Dynamics 365 so teams can plan and react faster. See how we modernize manufacturing ERP →
- Real-time inventory and demand visibility
- Supplier and logistics tracking
- Automated delay and shortage alerts
- ERP and MRP integration with Dynamics 365
Improve Production Planning and Reduce Operational Bottlenecks
Fragmented data and manual processes slow production down. We connect your manufacturing ERP to planning, materials, and capacity so your team can move faster, with Azure IoT extending visibility to the plant floor.
- Centralized scheduling and capacity planning
- Material availability and constraint tracking
- Predictive maintenance alerts via Azure IoT
- Improved plant-to-business system coordination
Align Sales, Forecasting, and Customer Insights
A modern manufacturing CRM on Dynamics 365 Sales connects your sales team to operational data so forecasting is based on real numbers, not gut feel.
- Unified view of customers, orders, and pricing
- Improved demand forecasting from historical data
- Distributor and partner performance visibility
- Manufacturing CRM integrated with ERP and supply chain
Deliver More Efficient and Responsive Service Operations
We connect service teams with asset, customer, and inventory data in the field through Dynamics 365 Field Service, so they can act before equipment fails, not after.
- Field service scheduling and dispatch optimization
- Asset and maintenance history tracking
- Mobile access for field technicians
- Predictive maintenance via Dynamics 365 and Azure IoT
Turn Disconnected Data Into Actionable Insight With AI
Over 52% of U.S. manufacturers have adopted AI, and 72% report efficiency gains as a result. We help you unify data and put it to work with Microsoft Copilot, Power BI, and Power Platform automation.
- Data unification with Microsoft Fabric and Azure
- Copilot for faster insights and decision support
- Power BI manufacturing analytics dashboards
- Automated workflows across operations and supply chain
Resources
Resources for Manufacturing Leaders
White papers, blog posts, and case studies on how manufacturers are connecting systems, data, and AI with Microsoft technologies.
White Paper
Driving Intelligent Manufacturing
How manufacturers can connect systems, data, operations, and AI to improve resilience, efficiency, and decision-making with Microsoft technologies and TrellisPoint.
White Paper
When AI Meets Automation: Making Power Platform Intelligent
How Microsoft Power Platform and AI capabilities work together to eliminate manual work, surface insights faster, and build agents that fit how your organization operates.
Latest from the Blog
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Ready to See What's Possible for Your Operation?
Tell us where you're at and where you want to be. We'll help you figure out what's worth doing and what order to do it in.
- ✓ No sales pressure or high-pressure demos
- ✓ We'll come with questions, not a canned slide deck
- ✓ You'll leave with a clear picture of your options
- ✓ Works for any stage of the Microsoft or manufacturing ERP journey
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common Questions About Microsoft and Manufacturing
If you don't see your question here, contact us and we'll walk through your specific environment.
Do we need to be fully on Microsoft to work with TrellisPoint?
No. Many of our clients start with a mix of systems, some Microsoft, some not. We help you identify where Microsoft tools make sense and where your existing investments are worth keeping. A full rip-and-replace is rarely the right answer.
What manufacturing ERP and CRM systems do you work with?
Most of our manufacturing work centers on Dynamics 365, which serves as both a manufacturing ERP (via Business Central and Supply Chain Management) and a manufacturing CRM (via Dynamics 365 Sales). We also integrate with existing ERP and MRP systems rather than forcing a replacement.
Can you work with our OT systems and factory floor equipment?
Yes. We have experience connecting OT data sources, PLCs, SCADA systems, MES platforms, with IT systems using Azure IoT and edge infrastructure. We don't just work on the enterprise software side.
How long does a typical manufacturing engagement take?
It depends on scope. A focused project like implementing Dynamics 365 Field Service or building a supply chain dashboard typically runs 8 to 16 weeks. Larger, multi-phase programs are scoped after our discovery process, so you always know what you're committing to before work begins.
How does predictive maintenance work with Microsoft tools?
Predictive maintenance uses sensor data from your equipment, processed through Azure IoT Hub and surfaced in Dynamics 365 Field Service. Instead of scheduling maintenance by the calendar, your team gets alerts based on actual machine condition, reducing unplanned downtime before it happens.
What kind of results do manufacturers typically see?
Manufacturers typically see improvements in operational visibility, faster decision-making, and reduced manual work across planning, inventory, and service. Research shows digital transformation can improve manufacturing throughput by 10 to 30% and reduce machine downtime by 30 to 50%.
Do we need to replace our existing ERP or MRP system?
Not necessarily. Many manufacturers keep core systems in place while extending them with Dynamics 365, Power Platform, and Azure. We focus on connecting and enhancing your current environment rather than forcing unnecessary system changes.
Why do manufacturers choose TrellisPoint?
We're a certified Microsoft manufacturing partner that focuses on real business outcomes, not just technology implementation. Our team has hands-on experience in complex manufacturing environments, so solutions are built to be both scalable and usable from day one.