CarnaudMetalbox gets online stock control

NEWS CarnaudMetalbox Engineering has enhanced its customer ordering, support and stock control systems with a Web-enabled interface from ebusiness specialist, OpenConnect UK. The metal and plastic packaging manufacturer has upgraded its ERP system using JD Edwards software, and is using OpenConnect's OC://WebConnect Pro to present a simplified front-end for employees, suppliers and customers. The interface provides a link from the company intranet into an ERP system containing stock and pricing information for over 65,000 items. It allows users to search on product name and part numbers, place and track orders and contact customer services. The system has been rolled-out across the UK and France, with plans to expand it across Europe.