Tana-TEX Inc. is an international distributor and manufacturer of Integral Mesh Fabrics, Kaylor Kube®, and Jacquard wovens for healthcare facilities, including hospitals, nursing homes, and doctors’ offices. As a company managing complex operations, Tana-TEX Inc. faced significant challenges in data visibility and operational efficiency before adopting a new inventory solution. 

Challenge 

Before implementing Fishbowl, Tana-TEX Inc. operated two separate companies with outdated and incompatible systems. Their legacy systems, Unity and Sage, were expensive, clunky, and lacked integrated visibility into inventory and business operations. These systems made it difficult for the company to track manufacturing processes, inventory, and costs accurately. As a result, Tana-TEX Inc. struggled with poor data management, using spreadsheets to manage critical information, which led to inefficiencies and errors. 

The primary challenges faced by the company were: 

  • Inability to integrate and track data across both companies 
  • Outdated and incompatible systems (Unity and Sage) 
  • Poor data management, leading to inaccurate inventory and cost tracking 
  • Lack of real-time access to operational data 
  • The burden of using spreadsheets to manage business-critical information 

Solution 

To address these challenges, Tana-TEX Inc. implemented Fishbowl. We helped the team streamline their operations by integrating inventory management, manufacturing processes, all in one place.  

The company opted for Fishbowl Advanced, Fishbowl Mobile, and QuickBooks Enterprise to ensure a comprehensive solution that could track and manage inventory, manufacturing workflows, and financials seamlessly. 

The key features the team found most beneficial were:  

  • Real-time access to manufacturing, inventory, and financial data 
  • Integration across both companies, eliminating silos in operations 
  • Improved visibility into business performance, allowing for data-driven decision-making 
  • Greater accuracy in tracking inventory and managing costs 

By implementing Fishbowl, Tana-TEX Inc. was able to replace its outdated systems with a modern, integrated solution that greatly enhanced operational efficiency. 

Results 

The implementation of Fishbowl brought transformative results to Tana-TEX Inc. The company gained the ability to monitor both manufacturing facilities and track inventory accurately, something that was previously impossible with their old systems.  

The solution’s real-time data access allowed Tana-TEX Inc. to streamline its operations, leading to better decision-making and improved business performance. 

  • Improved Data Management: Fishbowl allowed Tana-TEX Inc. to manage inventory and costs more effectively, with real-time data access across both companies. 

  • Enhanced Operational Efficiency: The integration of data across manufacturing, inventory, and financials resulted in streamlined operations. 

  • Better Decision-Making: The availability of accurate, real-time data improved the company’s ability to make strategic business decisions. 

  • Cost Management: Fishbowl helped track and control costs more effectively, leading to better financial outcomes. 

The transition to Fishbowl also resolved several pain points related to support, customization, and ease of use. Fishbowl’s customer support was a key factor in the decision to implement the system, as it offered a high level of assistance throughout the process. Fishbowl’s customizable features allowed Tana-TEX Inc. to tailor the solution to their specific needs, further driving the return on investment. 

Reasons for Choosing Fishbowl 

Tana-TEX Inc. considered several competitors before selecting Fishbowl, including Katana, NetSuite, and MRPeasy. However, Fishbowl stood out due to its: 

  • Excellent Support: The company found Fishbowl’s support team to be highly responsive and helpful, which played a major role in the decision-making process. 

  • Customizability: Fishbowl offered a level of customization that met the company’s unique operational needs. 

  • Integration Capabilities: Fishbowl’s ability to integrate seamlessly with QuickBooks Enterprise and provide real-time data access was crucial to solving the company’s operational inefficiencies. 

By implementing Fishbowl, Tana-TEX Inc. overcame significant operational challenges and transformed its business processes. The ability to manage inventory, manufacturing, and financials in real time has positioned the company for continued growth and success in a competitive market. The case of Tana-TEX Inc. highlights the importance of choosing an integrated, customizable solution to address operational inefficiencies and drive long-term business value.