Precihole Machines
About
- Based in Mumbai, India
- Specializes in deep hole drilling solutions and air rifle manufacturing
- Established in 1990, operating with 4 subsidiaries
- Previously used Tally for accounting and Google scripts for inventory
App Implemented: ERPNext
Industry: Manufacturing
Modules: Subcontracting · Accounts · Manufacturing · Stock · Buying · Warehouse Management
Challenges
- Data silos due to Tally handling only accounting while other information remained on papers, spreadsheets, and scattered systems.
- A custom Google Scripts mini-ERP built by the co-founder became error-prone and created dependency and bottlenecks.
- Tally customization limitations led to poor UI, restricted flexibility, and reliance on multiple apps and external partners.
- Key business functions such as HR, Quality, and Manufacturing were not supported natively, increasing operational complexity.
Benefits
- Chose ERPNext for its open-source flexibility, customizability, and ease of implementation.
- Smooth onboarding through a Frappe Authorized Partner.
- Team became self-reliant and took over improvements internally.
- Accounts and finance teams validated that ERPNext surpassed Tally in compliance after thorough parallel testing.
- Entire company fully switched to ERPNext in FY 22-23.
- Internal teams completed Frappe certifications, enabling in-house development and customization.
- Implemented barcode-based stock transfer entries and biometric attendance integration.
Impact
- Real-time visibility of inventory
- Streamlined subcontracting, manufacturing, and warehouse operations
- Fully compliant accounting across the organization
- Certified internal teams capable of maintaining and enhancing ERPNext independently
