There are so many processes in a manufacturing firm and if you do not handle it closely, there are certain processes that will fall apart.  You should have a dashboard so that one look and you will be able to see what part of the company you need to pay attention to.  Aside from a dashboard, you will also be needing a Manufacturing ERP Software.  It normally concentrates on the financial loop of the business which is an important aspect of the business.  So mostly the concentration is in that area of the business.