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Infor LX User Group

Since June, 2022

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The Infor LX User Group (LXUG) is an independent user group recognized by Infor as the official voice of the LX software user community. The LXUG is dedicated to maximizing the benefits of the use of all LX products, tools, and services for the user community.

Mission and Purpose:

o Partne Read more...r with Infor in developing a vision for the LX Software
o Provide a forum for effective communication of information between clients, user groups, affiliates, and Infor
o Provide networking opportunities and the exchange of ideas and strategies among LX User Groups, clients, and Infor
o Enhance user understanding of LX products, services, related technologies, third-party business partners, and future direction
o Provide a communication channel to disseminate new and other information to LX user community
o Give LX users a collective voice to articulate issues
o Provide Infor, via this group, with input and feedback relative to the LX suite of offerings
o Provide representation to Infor Global User Group Advisory Board
o Actively participate with INFOR to identify initiatives and bring about changes resulting in measurable process and product improvements

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Loring Kaveney
Michael Eck
Phil Catlin
Yvonne Cheslog

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Wed, June, 11th 2025
David Rapacz Infor LX User Group
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What has IDF brought to your business?

I have been preaching the benefits of IDF for many years. But now I would like to hear from you. If you have a use case where IDF has proven to be a valuable tool to solve a business challenge or to gain efficiency, I would love to hear from you.

You can share your experience hear or reach out to me personally at david.rapacz@infor.com

I look forward to hearing from you.
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Latest msg: Just a reminder, I would love to hear from some of you in regard to benefits you have realized with IDF. from David Rapacz, on 06/11/2025
Tue, June, 3rd 2025
Anthony Etzel Infor LX User Group
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Transform Your Manufacturing Operations with MES
In today's fast-paced manufacturing environment, staying ahead requires more than just traditional methods. Enter the Manufacturing Execution System (MES)—your gateway to smarter, more efficient production.
Why MES?
MES bridges the gap between your enterprise systems and the shop floor, providing real-time visibility and control over your manufacturing processes. It's not just about tracking; it's about transforming data into  Read more...actionable insights.
Look at the Benefits:
• Keep a finger on the pulse of your production lines with real time reporting
• Detect and address issues promptly to maintain high standards.
• Streamline operations to reduce waste and boost productivity.
Ready to Elevate Your Manufacturing Game?
Implementing an MES can revolutionize your operations, leading to significant improvements in efficiency, quality, and profitability.
Let's discuss how MES can be tailored to fit your unique manufacturing needs. Reach out today!
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Tue, May, 27th 2025
Anthony Etzel Infor LX User Group
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Embarking on Your MES Journey? Here's Your Roadmap to Success!
Implementing a Manufacturing Execution System (MES) is a transformative step towards achieving real-time visibility, operational efficiency, and smart manufacturing. To guide you through this journey, here is a comprehensive roadmap outlining each critical phase:
1. Define Clear Business Objectives: Identify specific challenges and goals to address with MES, such as reducing downtime or enhancing product quality. Read more...
2. Assemble a Cross-Functional Team: Bring together members from production, IT, quality assurance, maintenance, and management to ensure diverse perspectives.
3. Conduct a Thorough Process Assessment: Analyze current manufacturing processes to pinpoint inefficiencies and areas lacking visibility.
4. Select the Right MES Solution: Choose an MES that aligns with your needs, considering scalability, integration capabilities, and user-friendliness.
5. Plan for Integration with Existing Systems: Ensure seamless integration with current ERP, SCADA, and other relevant systems for data consistency.
6. Develop a Detailed Implementation Plan: Outline project scope, timelines, resource allocation, and risk management strategies.
7. Pilot the MES in a Controlled Environment: Test functionalities in a specific area to gather feedback and make refinements.
8. Train Staff and Manage Change: Provide comprehensive training and communicate the value and improvements the system brings.
9. Execute a Phased Rollout: Gradually expand MES implementation across other areas to minimize disruptions.
10. Monitor, Evaluate, and Optimize: Continuously monitor system performance and use collected data to identify areas for improvement.
Implementing MES is a significant undertaking, but with careful planning and execution, it can lead to substantial improvements in efficiency, quality, and competitiveness.
Ready to transform your manufacturing operations? Let's discuss how to tailor this roadmap to your organization's unique needs.

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Thu, May, 22nd 2025
Nick Olson Infor LX User Group
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Reset & Recover Views Easily 🔄
Did you accidentally mess up a standard Infor-shipped view? No worries—IDF has a built-in Reset to Default feature that makes recovery quick and painless.

📌 Scenario: You modified the General view and now important fields are missing, layouts are off, or filters no longer work. Instead of rebuilding it manually:
✅ Go to User Definitions → Select the view → Click Reset to Default.

In seconds, you’re back to the  Read more...original Infor-delivered configuration—no cleanup, no guesswork.

💡 Bonus Tip: If a view was deleted or disabled, you don’t have to recreate it from scratch. Just find it and click Activate to bring it back.

This feature is a huge time-saver, especially during testing or when onboarding new users who accidentally change their layouts.

Have you used this feature before? Or needed it and didn’t know it was there? Share your story 👇
#InforIDF #ProductivityHacks #ERPDevelopment #QuickFixes Show less...
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Tue, May, 20th 2025
Robert O Berendt Infor LX User Group
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Looking for a Statement of Support for IBM i 7.6 for Infor LX. And what BMR's, etc might be needed.
Anyone have any links?
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Mon, May, 19th 2025
Robert O Berendt Infor LX User Group
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https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/4230596753

If I am not supposed to post jobs please accept my apologies. I really did email the admin first to ask permission to post. I even followed up my initial email with something like are you sure?.
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Dekko hiring Sr Master Planner/Forecast Leader in Greater Fort Wayne | LinkedIn
linkedin.com Posted 10:54:27 AM. The Senior Master Planner / Forecast Leader plays a critical role in ensuring operational…See this and similar jobs on LinkedIn.
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Latest msg: Yes, thank you @robertoberendt for contacting me this morning. I do know that it was approved by the Users Group Boards to allow posting jobs in the ... from Loring Kaveney, on 05/19/2025
Wed, May, 14th 2025
Phil Joseph Infor LX User Group
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Integrator training - We just posted our first Integrator training course in Infor U. It's called IDF: Foundation for Developers. It is online, instructor-led with hand-on workshops. We teach you how to create new objects in IDF from DB2 tables. These are full-function, user-customizable and maintainable objects that look and act just like the ones you get from the Infor development teams.

This course is 2.5 days delivered in 4 hour sessions each day for a week. The instructor  Read more...will show you how to do something using a demonstration system and PowerPoint slides, then give you time to do the same thing using detailed instructions (every keystroke and mouse click, with screen shots) to do it yourself.

Go to education.infor.com. On the left click Course Catalog. Search on IDF. You will see two courses, one for end users and one for developers. The end user course (or equivalent experience) is a prerequisite.

We have classes scheduled for the rest of the year. Check it out! Show less...
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Latest msg: For those who might be new to Infor U, log into the Infor Concierge portal, go to Education (on the left side list), and then click on the "Visit... from Michael Eck, on 05/14/2025
Tue, May, 6th 2025
Anthony Etzel Infor LX User Group
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Connected?
In modern manufacturing, the concept of being connected goes beyond mere automation—it embodies a comprehensive integration of machines, systems, and processes across the entire product lifecycle. This seamless integration, often referred to as the digital thread, ensures that data flows uninterrupted from design and production to distribution and maintenance, enabling real-time monitoring, swift decision-making, and enhanced collaboration across departments and supply  Read more...chains.
The digital thread is a data-driven architecture that links information generated throughout a product's lifecycle. It connects various stages—design, engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and service—into a unified, traceable flow of information. This integration allows for a comprehensive view of the product's journey, facilitating better decision-making and collaboration across different functions within an organization.
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Wed, April, 30th 2025
Michael Eck Infor LX User Group
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Please join us for a preview of the upcoming inPower 2025. Click below to register for the webinar.
https://ibmi.workoutloud.com/Event/inpower-2025-preview
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Tue, April, 29th 2025
Multiple units of measure on a single LX item
Phil Catlin Infor LX User Group
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Question:

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Multiple units of measure on a single LX item

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I'm running into a situation where I have a single SKU that needs to have both metric and imperial units of measure for length, width, height and weight. The main reason for this is that I need to send this purchased finished good to warehouses in both North America and EMEA. We are running a single instance of Infor WMS as the warehouse management software for both NA and EMEA... so any suggestions how I can manage this issue?

PS of course this isn't just 1 SKU... it's 1000's ( Read more...literally!)

Thanks in advance for your help!
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Latest msg: The facility planning data file CIC may be of some help I guess assuming the PO facility could be used to pull the corresponding units. from Venkatesan Srinivasan, on 04/29/2025
Wed, April, 9th 2025
Nick Olson Infor LX User Group
BC:
External Integrations for IDF 🚀
Did you know IDF can integrate with external websites & services? This can supercharge your ERP system!

🔗 Example: Live UPS Tracking
Instead of users manually searching for tracking numbers, create an action button that links directly to UPS:

📌 URL Action: Insert the tracking number dynamically in the UPS tracking link.
📌 Result: One-click access to real-time shipment updates!

Other ideas? Read more...
✅ MSDS or Safety Sheet Links – Link directly to material safety documents from the Item Master.
✅ CAD Drawings – Provide one-click access to engineering drawings stored in a shared repository.
✅ Machine Dashboards – Open browser-based equipment dashboards from the Work Center view.

External integrations reduce manual work and improve user experience.

What integrations do you use? Drop your ideas below! 👇
#InforIDF #ERPIntegration #ProcessAutomation #SmartERP #ManufacturingTech Show less...
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Tue, April, 8th 2025
Anthony Etzel Infor LX User Group
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What is a Digital Twin? Why it’s Changing the Game in Industry 4.0
Imagine having a real-time virtual replica of your machine, production line, or even your entire plant. That’s exactly what a Digital Twin provides.
In Industry 4.0, Digital Twins are transforming how manufacturers simulate, monitor, and optimize operations—before making costly real-world changes.
How It Works:
• Sensors on physical assets collect live data
• A digital model mirrors the  Read more...asset’s behavior in real time
• AI + analytics simulate performance, predict issues, and recommend actions
• Operators can run “what-if” scenarios without disrupting production
Why It Matters:
• Run simulations before investing in changes
• Optimize machine settings and production flows
• Improve predictive maintenance accuracy
• Enhance product design and innovation
• Train operators in a safe virtual environment
Whether it’s a single CNC machine or a full supply chain, Digital Twins provide data-rich, risk-free insight to help you make better decisions—faster.
Ready to bring intelligence and foresight into your operations?
Let’s talk about how Digital Twins can transform your factory.
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Wed, April, 2nd 2025
David Rapacz Infor LX User Group
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If you are wanting to learn how to personalize your IDF user experience and presentation layer, Infor has created several short videos to help you learn. These videos are available at:
https://play.goconsensus.com/u81eeffcf
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Nick Olson Infor LX User Group
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Automate Data Defaults & Validations 🛡
When working with extension files in IDF, you're often capturing custom fields and business-specific data. But without proper defaults and validations, you risk introducing bad data into critical processes.

Here’s how to bring automation and control into your extension file logic:

📌 Set Default Values – Populate extension fields automatically based on context.
Example: If you're adding a custom inspection  Read more...status to a new item, default it to Pending when the item is created.

📌 Enforce Validations – Ensure only valid values are saved.
Example: If your extension includes a priority code, restrict it to valid levels like 1–5, and reject any out-of-range values.

📌 Use Conditional Edits – Drive logic based on related base object values.
Example: If an Item is flagged as Prototype, prevent users from selecting a standard cost type in the extension file.

✅ These smart rules ensure that custom fields behave just like standard ones—reliable, consistent, and audit-friendly.

💡 Pro Tip: Combine extension file logic with logical attributes and actions to drive even deeper automation—like flagging incomplete records or prompting user alerts during key transactions.

Extension files give you flexibility—defaults and validations make sure you use that power responsibly.

How are you enhancing your extension files? Let’s swap ideas! 👇
#InforIDF #ExtensionFiles #DataValidation #ERPDevelopment #CustomLogic Show less...
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Tue, April, 1st 2025
Anthony Etzel Infor LX User Group
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Embracing Industry 4.0: The Future of Smart Manufacturing is Here
We’re standing in the middle of the Fourth Industrial Revolution—Industry 4.0—a transformation that’s redefining how products are made, moved, and managed. But many companies are still operating with Industry 3.0 systems: digitized, yes, but not yet intelligent, connected, or adaptive.
So, what makes Industry 4.0 different? And more importantly—where does your company stand in this transformation?
 Read more...Automation to Intelligence: The Shift from Industry 3.0 to 4.0
Industry 3.0 introduced computers, electronics, and early automation into manufacturing. It marked the beginning of digital systems and the rise of Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) as a bridge between planning and the shop floor.
Industry 4.0 takes it further: it brings interconnectivity, real-time data, and AI-powered intelligence into every corner of the industrial environment. It’s about smart factories, self-optimizing systems, and predictive capabilities that weren’t possible before.
8 Pillars of Industry 4.0:
1. Artificial Intelligence (AI)
2. Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES)
3. Smart Decision-Making
4. Predictive Maintenance
5. Process Optimization
6. Quality Control
7. Supply Chain Intelligence
8. Autonomous Robotics
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