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Hermes Manufacturing Partners
Independent ERP Consulting for Manufacturing Excellence

Have it done right the first time. Expert guidance for Epicor Kinetic implementations, system optimization, and program governance that delivers measurable results.

100%

Implementation Success

ISO

Certified Partner

100%

Independent Consulting

24-Hour Response Time
No Vendor Conflicts
Proven Track Record
Meet The Founder
Mitch Hermes - Founder

Mitch Hermes

Implementation Specialist & CEO

Led by

Mitch Hermes

With over 15 years specializing in manufacturing ERP systems, Mitch founded Hermes Manufacturing Partners on a simple principle: manufacturers deserve independent, expert guidance free from vendor bias.

We help businesses make critical ERP decisions by partnering with companies and providing clear guidance while helping stabilize and formalize internal processes. After leading 25+ successful implementations, Mitch recognized that most consultants are tied to specific vendors. Hermes Manufacturing Partners was built to be different—100% independent, focused solely on what works best for your operation.

Certified ERP Implementation Specialist

Multiple vendor certifications, vendor-agnostic approach

Former Manufacturing Operations Director

Understands operations from the inside out

Published Author & Industry Speaker

Recognized thought leader in ERP governance

ERP MANAGEMENT & CONSULTING

ERP Management & Consulting Services for Manufacturing Excellence

We work to help businesses lay out implications clearly and simply when it comes to making ERP decisions. We recognize that poor decisions and governance can often cost many thousands of dollars in delays and duplicate work.

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ERP Consulting

Hourly consulting services with transparent expenses. Strategic guidance for system optimization and implementation planning.

  • Hourly + Expenses billing
  • Reporting & Dashboards
  • Process Analysis & Automation
  • Customization & Integrations
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Program Governance

Best practices for measuring, managing and maintaining your business software centered around delivering consistent solutions.

  • Project Management Maturity
  • ERP Steering Committee
  • Interim Management Services
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Products

Ready-to-deploy solutions and accelerators designed specifically for manufacturing environments.

  • Pre-built ERP Modules
  • Industry Templates
  • Manufacturing Accelerators
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Reporting & Dashboards

Custom KPI dashboards and analytics solutions that transform raw data into actionable insights.

  • Executive Dashboard Design
  • Real-time Production Metrics
  • Data Visualization & BI Integration
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Process Optimization

Streamline manufacturing workflows, eliminate bottlenecks, and implement lean methodologies.

  • Value Stream Mapping
  • Workflow Automation Design
  • Change Management Support
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Custom Integrations

Seamlessly connect your ERP with MES, WMS, CRM, and legacy systems to create a unified ecosystem.

  • API Development & Middleware
  • IoT & Sensor Data Integration
  • Legacy System Modernization

Not Sure Where to Start?

Schedule a complimentary consultation to discuss your manufacturing challenges.

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PREMIUM WORKSHOPS & PACKAGES

Accelerate Your ERP Success

Structured programs designed to fast-track your ERP journey with proven frameworks and expert guidance.

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2-Day Workshop

ERP Selection Workshop

Evaluate your business needs, explore ERP solutions, and develop a custom roadmap to guide your decision with confidence.

  • Requirements gathering and analysis
  • Vendor demonstrations and comparisons
  • Implementation planning and budgeting
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3-Day Program

Program Governance & Steering Committee Setup

Establish best practices for program oversight, decision-making, and long-term ERP success with proper governance structures.

  • Define roles, responsibilities, and decision rights
  • Create communication and reporting frameworks
  • Implement budget controls and change management
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Deliverable Package

Requirements Documentation

Comprehensive business and technical requirements documents ready for vendor demonstrations and implementation planning.

  • Business process workflows and requirements
  • Technical specifications and integrations
  • Vendor RFP templates and scorecards
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Deliverable Package

Implementation Roadmap

Detailed project plan with timelines, milestones, resource allocation, and risk management strategies.

  • Phase-by-phase implementation timeline
  • Resource planning and budget estimates
  • Risk register and mitigation strategies

All workshops and packages include post-engagement support and documentation

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PRODUCTS & SOLUTIONS

Premium ERP Resources

Hermes offers proprietary software solutions built to improve the operations and workflows of your company. All products will be hosted in a secure environment and made available via the web for easy access.

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Reporting

Hermes Reporting Portal

The Portal that can bring together a comprehensive view of data from multiple systems including Shopfloor, Quality, Inventory, Accounting and more. A powerful tool for comprehensive review of a company's operations built to leverage all available data from all systems.

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Analytics

Hermes Analytics Portal

The Portal to drill down into your data and dig through to find the answers you are looking for. A flexible tool for trending, charting and viewing data over a time series to expose patterns of behavior within your business.

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Sharing

Hermes Information Sharing Portal

The Portal for sharing important information internally and externally. Share vendor reports, customer reports and company documentation all from a secure, simple to use web-application. Perfect for sharing critical business metrics with internal and external stakeholders.

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Interested in Our Products?

All products will be hosted in a secure environment and made available via the web for easy access. Contact us to learn more about how our proprietary solutions can transform your operations.

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OUR PROCESS

How We Deliver Results

A proven methodology refined through 25+ successful implementations

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Discovery & Assessment

Deep dive into your current state, pain points, business objectives, and technical landscape to establish a clear baseline.

Stakeholder interviews
Process documentation
Gap analysis
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Strategy & Planning

Develop comprehensive roadmap with clear milestones, resource plans, and governance framework aligned to your goals.

Implementation roadmap
Resource allocation
Risk mitigation plan
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3

Implementation & Build

Execute the plan with expert configuration, integrations, dashboards, and rigorous testing to ensure quality delivery.

System configuration
Data migration & testing
User training
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4

Go-Live & Support

Smooth cutover with hands-on hypercare support, performance monitoring, and continuous optimization for sustained success.

Cutover execution
Hypercare support
Continuous optimization

98%

On-Time Delivery Rate

6-12 mo

Average Implementation Timeline

100%

Client Satisfaction Score

PROVEN RESULTS

Proven Results

Real-world transformations: How we've helped manufacturers achieve measurable ERP success

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Electronics Manufacturing

Multi-Site ERP Consolidation

THE CHALLENGE

$150M electronics manufacturer operating on 3 different ERP systems across multiple facilities, causing data silos and inefficiencies.

THE RESULTS

  • 40% reduction in order processing time
  • $2M annual cost savings in first year
  • Real-time visibility across all locations
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Automotive Parts

Failed Implementation Rescue

THE CHALLENGE

Automotive parts supplier 18 months into a stalled ERP implementation, $3M over budget with no go-live date in sight.

THE RESULTS

  • Successful go-live in 6 months
  • Established governance framework
  • 99.8% inventory accuracy post-launch
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Aerospace Components

Custom Dashboard Implementation

THE CHALLENGE

Aerospace supplier needed executive visibility into complex operations but ERP reports were inadequate for leadership decision-making.

THE RESULTS

  • Real-time KPI dashboards deployed
  • 60% faster decision-making cycle
  • Proactive issue identification and resolution
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Ready to Write Your Success Story?

Let's discuss how we can help transform your ERP implementation into a measurable business success.

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CLIENT SUCCESS STORIES

What Our Clients Say

Real results from manufacturing leaders who trusted us with their ERP transformation

"Hermes Manufacturing Partners transformed our ERP implementation from a potential disaster into a resounding success. Their governance framework and dashboard expertise were game-changers."

JD

John Davidson

VP Operations

Precision Manufacturing Inc.

"We've worked with several consultants over the years, but none matched the technical depth and practical experience that Hermes brought to our multi-site implementation. Exceptional value."

SM

Sarah Mitchell

CIO

Advanced Aerospace Systems

"The ERP readiness workshop was worth every penny. It aligned our executive team and identified critical gaps before we started implementation. We went live on time and under budget."

RC

Robert Chen

Director of IT

Global Electronics Manufacturing

100%

Client Retention Rate

4.9/5

Average Client Rating

25+

Successful Go-Lives

0

Failed Implementations

Trusted by Leading Manufacturers Across Industries

EXPERT INSIGHTS & RESOURCES

Expert Insights & Resources

Industry best practices, implementation strategies, and expert guidance for manufacturing ERP success

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ERP Implementation

January 15, 2026

5 Critical Mistakes to Avoid During ERP Implementation

Learn from the most common pitfalls that derail ERP projects and discover proven strategies to keep your implementation on track, on budget, and delivering value.

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Manufacturing Tech

January 8, 2026

How to Build an Effective ERP Steering Committee

Governance is the backbone of successful ERP programs. Discover how to structure your steering committee for maximum impact and accountability.

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Best Practices

December 28, 2025

Dashboards That Drive Manufacturing Performance

Transform raw ERP data into actionable insights with custom dashboards designed specifically for manufacturing operations and leadership decision-making.

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