How CompuTec ProcessForce connects to SAP Business One
Native add-on built on the Business One SDK
ProcessForce runs inside Business One, uses its items, warehouses and business partners, and extends them with manufacturing objects such as routings, resources and manufacturing orders. CompuTec documents it at learn.computec.one.
Database support
It supports both SAP HANA and SQL Server editions of Business One, so the database choice follows your Business One licence and hosting.
What data moves
| From | To | Data | When |
|---|---|---|---|
| SAP Business One | ProcessForce | Items, warehouses, sales orders, vendors | Shared database |
| ProcessForce | SAP Business One | Planned and firm manufacturing orders, purchase requests from MRP | MRP run or planner release |
| Shop floor | ProcessForce | Operation progress, quantities, resource time | Operator reports |
| ProcessForce | SAP Business One | Component issues, finished goods receipts, scrap | Order reporting and close |
| ProcessForce | SAP Business One | Batch genealogy and quality results | Production and inspection events |
Setting it up
- 1Confirm platformCheck your Business One version and HANA or SQL Server edition against the ProcessForce release notes.
- 2Install on a test companyInstall through the CompuTec setup with your partner and activate the licences.
- 3Model resources and routingsCreate resources, resource groups and calendars, then routings and operations with realistic times.
- 4Build multi-level BOMsConvert existing BOMs, set yields and scrap, and define version and revision control.
- 5Configure MRP and schedulingSet planning parameters, lead times and the scheduling board behaviour.
- 6Set up quality and traceabilityDefine quality checks, batch and serial rules, and the genealogy reports you need.
- 7Pilot and trainRun one product line end to end, then train planners and operators.
What usually breaks
- !MRP results are only as good as lead times, lot sizes and BOM accuracy, and poor data produces noisy suggestions.
- !Mixing standard Business One production orders with ProcessForce orders confuses planners.
- !Batch genealogy gaps appear when operators issue material without scanning the batch.
- !Resource calendars that ignore shifts and maintenance make the scheduling board unrealistic.
- !Customisations using the Business One SDK can clash with the add-on, so regression test them.
- !Upgrades need matching Business One and ProcessForce versions on both test and production.
A private AI layer across both systems
MRP suggestion review
A private assistant reads MRP output, stock and open orders and explains why a purchase request or order was suggested, so planners review faster.
Traceability queries
Answers which batches went into which finished lots and which customers received them, using read only genealogy data.
Quality trend summaries
Summarises inspection results by product and resource and points out drift for a quality manager.
Data quality checks
Finds BOMs with missing yields, routings with zero times and items lacking planning parameters, with fixes proposed for approval.
Try it here, free
SAP B1 MRP Setup Readiness Assessment
A 10-question readiness score for running the SAP Business One MRP wizard, with the data fixes to make first.
When something else fits better
- Beas Manufacturing from Boyum, which is a comparable Business One manufacturing add-on.
- Standard Business One production and MRP, if routings and finite scheduling are not needed.
- A dedicated MES or APS with a connector for large or regulated plants.
Frequently asked questions
Does ProcessForce work on SQL Server?
CompuTec's documentation lists support for Business One on both HANA and SQL Server. Confirm the exact supported versions in the current release notes before planning an install.
Is it suitable for process manufacturing?
CompuTec positions it for process and discrete manufacturers, with multi-level BOMs, quality control and traceability. Industry specific needs such as potency or co products should be tested in a demo.
Does it replace Business One MRP?
It adds its own MRP and scheduling for manufacturing orders. Decide up front which planning engine is authoritative to avoid duplicate suggestions.
How does AI fit a ProcessForce plant?
A private assistant reads data read only to explain MRP output, trace batches and spot data issues. Any change to orders, BOMs or routings is proposed for a person to approve.
Pairing documented at learn.computec.one/docs/processforce/ . CompuTec ProcessForce is a product of CompuTec; Netray is independent and not affiliated with either vendor.