Lawrence Engineering Case Study

I’m very happy with the solution, it’s been a big learning curve over the last 6 months with a lot of change which comes from implementing a big system. I look forward to utilising it in much more detail over the next 6 months and beyond. The myERP team provide excellent support. Whenever we needed help, they answered immediately. myERP don’t just sell a solution and walk away; they genuinely want you to succeed and support you every step of the way.

— James Lawrence, Managing Director

Introduction

Lawrence Engineering is a family owned precision engineering and contract manufacturing company serving the medical device industry, based in County Sligo. Founded in 1984, the business designs and manufactures injection moulds, extrusion tooling, precision components, jigs, fixtures, and medical device sub-assemblies, supporting customers from early stage tool design through to cleanroom manufacturing.

To streamline operations, Lawrence Engineering needed a fully integrated ERP system covering sales management, labour hours, timesheets, accounting, and nominal ledger functions in one solution.

After discussing options with myERP, the business chose Priority Software, a cloud based ERP built for SMEs. As a Priority Gold Partner, myERP tailored the system to Lawrence Engineering’s specific needs.

Challenges

  • Pinpointing business requirements and ERP needs
  • Finding a fully integrated ERP solution
  • Planning and executing a smooth implementation
  • Ensuring IT infrastructure compatibility
  • Training staff to use the new system effectively

Solution

Following thorough scoping sessions with the myERP team, Lawrence Engineering moved onto Priority Software’s cloud based ERP, customised to its specific needs, including:

  • Sales linked directly to manufacturing orders
  • Paper labour logs replaced with real time data
  • Live reporting across the business
  • Factory floor access to the ERP system
  • Multi-currency accounting with cost centre reporting
  • Customisable client and sales reports

Results

The implementation went live smoothly and met every expectation. Lawrence Engineering now runs on a scalable ERP that supports multi-site and multi-company management, with real time access from any device, positioned for continued growth without needing to rebuild its systems as it expands.

Get in touch if a fully integrated ERP system is something your business needs to look at.

What should a precision engineering business look for in an ERP system?

A system that connects sales, labour tracking, accounting, and the nominal ledger in one place, works with existing IT infrastructure, and is straightforward enough for staff to adopt quickly.

Sessions to confirm business requirements and IT infrastructure compatibility, followed by staff training, so the system is matched to the business before it goes live.

Real time access from any device, support for multi-site and multi-company management, and a system built to scale as the business grows.

Written by: Jolene Oelofse – Head of Marketing, myERP

Jolene leads myERP’s content strategy, translating complex ERP topics into practical insights for Irish manufacturing, aviation, and regulated organisations. She works closely with the ERP delivery team, including Sonya Browne, to ensure every article reflects real-world system use and operational value.