Dedication to innovation
How ECI Is Redefining Manufacturing With Artificial Intelligence
AI that works the way manufacturers do
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has reshaped how businesses use technology, but we're staying true to our mission: helping businesses tackle the real-world challenges of running and scaling operations. That's why we're building AI directly into the tools manufacturers use most, so you can spend less time wrestling with complexity and more time driving growth.
With over 25,000 businesses worldwide trusting ECI, we are committed to empowering manufacturers like you to compete and thrive in a fast-changing world. No matter what you manufacture, our AI is tailored to your needs, giving you real-time visibility, smarter workflows, and insights that help you act confidently.
Built-in AI for real impact
Our goal isn't to follow trends. It is to apply AI that is tailored to your industry, your workflows, and your success.
Every capability is carefully designed to solve specific, high-value problems throughout your manufacturing business, turning reactive gut decisions into proactive, confident moves.
Enhanced forecasting
AI-powered algorithms, like exponential smoothing, reduce manual effort and increase projection accuracy for better planning and confident decision-making.
BOM automation
Our AI BOM Builder auto-extracts data from BOM files and loads it into your ERP, accelerating estimates and reducing manual work.
Workflow automation
Coming soon, automated invoice processing that reduces errors and frees up your team for strategic priorities.
Deeper insights, faster
Our next-gen analytics use AI to uncover inefficiencies, spot trends, and power high-impact decisions at every level.
Trusted guidance
Our in-house manufacturing and AI experts work with your team to ensure AI is applied practically, safely, and effectively for your business.
Meet our AI Foundry: Where innovation is forged
Leading our AI strategy is our AI Foundry team, an AI-first Innovation Center of Excellence.
This cross-functional team of engineers, data scientists, and product experts is solely focused on making AI relevant, relatable, and results-driven for SMBs.
From architecture to adoption, the AI Foundry ensures innovation is built for you.
AI FAQs
How is AI built into ECI manufacturing solutions?
Our AI capabilities are directly embedded into our cloud-based ERPs for manufacturers. Whether it’s demand forecasting, BOM processing, or workflow automation, our AI tools are designed to eliminate tedious tasks, increase visibility, and deliver actionable insights.
Is your AI secure and practical for my business?
Absolutely. We only build and deploy AI that solves real-world problems. It’s thoughtfully integrated and guided by deep manufacturing expertise, never experimental or “hype-first.”
What is the ECI AI Foundry?
The AI Foundry team at ECI is a specialized group of AI experts focused on delivering secure, practical, and industry-specific artificial intelligence solutions for small and midsize businesses. This team drives ECI’s AI strategy by developing scalable AI tools that are built into our ERP software to help SMBs work smarter and compete more effectively.
Comprising engineers, data scientists, and product leaders, the AI Foundry team ensures every AI capability is designed to simplify business operations, surface actionable insights, and support faster, more confident decision-making. Their work powers the future of ERP with intelligent automation tailored to your industry.
Does ECI use AI internally too?
Yes. We also use AI across nearly every department at ECI. This helps us bring innovations to market faster and deliver more personalized customer service.
What's next on the AI roadmap?
We’re investing in next-generation AI analytics, expanding intelligent automation, and continuously evolving manufacturing solutions to support proactive, data-driven decision-making across your operation.