HARTFORD, CT (April 12, 2023) – Orchid and Williams Mullen’s Firearms Industry Group are pleased to announce ERP service providers Business Solution Partners (BSP), EpiCenter and SolutionsX will sponsor and present at the upcoming 2023 Firearms Industry Conference (FIC), held in Atlanta, May 1-3, 2023. Implementers of leading enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, including NetSuite, Epicor Kinetic, and Infor, each offer manufacturing solutions designed specifically for the firearms industry.

“Like any industry, firearm manufacturers require solutions specific to their operational needs and regulatory demands,” said Orchid CEO Jon Rydberg. “BSP, EpiCenter and SolutionsX each provide leading business software to optimize manufacturing processes and the end-to-end management capabilities of all FFLs. Having worked with some of the largest names in the industry, their participation and support of FIC provides attendees with valuable and relevant operational insight and further adds to the depth of this year’s comprehensive agenda.” 

Built on NetSuite’s cloud ERP platform and integrated with Orchid eBound, BSP offers a turnkey financial and operational solution for FFLs, complete with compliance controls across firearm serialization, acquisition and disposition, customer relationship management, accounting and more. Sponsoring a panel session titled “Beyond QuickBooks: Make the Leap to ERP,” BSP Account Executive Bryan Flynn will be joined by EpiCenter Sr. Director of Professional Services & Development David Sawan, and leadership from SolutionsX.

A FIC 2023 Leader sponsor and the top Epicor services provider, EpiCenter offers Epicor Kinetic ERP software implementation, training, development and integration, as well as technical and administrative support from manufacturing experts. Also a Leader sponsor and a Gold Channel member of the Infor Partner Network, SolutionsX helps manufacturers and distributors improve productivity with Infor CloudSuite Industrial/SyteLine solutions. 

During the FIC Main Event, SolutionsX President David Trout and Senior Account Manager Robert Moratti will deliver a presentation explaining why every manufacturer should leverage the capabilities of a comprehensive Advanced Planning & Scheduling engine in their operations. 

“Dynamic companies, such as firearm manufacturers, need comprehensive digital solutions,” said Trout. “SolutionsX assists FFLs in deploying robust Infor ERP systems to improve the efficiency of operational processes from selling and sourcing to production and fulfillment. We’re excited to sponsor FIC and engage with manufacturers across the firearms industry on leading manufacturing solutions.”

Comprised of three events over five days, FIC 2023 features educational sessions led by federal agency personnel, industry attorneys, firearms professionals, and subject matter experts. Sessions are divided into three comprehensive learning tracks: FFL Compliance, FFL Technology, and Firearm Law & Finance. Virtual FIC On-Air, sponsored by digital storage leader 4473 Cloud, will be held online April 27-28, followed by Pre-Conference Workshops on May 1 and the FIC Main Event, May 2-3, in Atlanta. 

To register for FIC 2023, view the conference agenda, and learn about silent auction prizes, visit orchidadvisors.com/FIC. In-person registration closes Friday, April 14. Industry members who register for FIC On-Air by April 15 can get a second virtual registration for free with promo code ‘4473CLOUD’ at checkout.

About Orchid LLC
Celebrating 10 years of serving the shooting sports industry, Orchid and partner firm, FFL Law, offer leading FFL software, firearms-friendly payment processing, and legal and regulatory services for the firearms, ammunition and explosives industries. Orchid’s POS, eCommerce, and regulatory applications, including Orchid eBound, Orchid FEL Book, and Orchid eState, accompany its expert services in ERP integration, firearms/explosives regulation, state gun laws and Firearm & Ammunition Excise Tax advisory. Get started today at orchidadvisors.com.

About Williams Mullen
Williams Mullen is a regional, full-service law firm with offices across North Carolina, South Carolina, and Virginia. The firm’s Firearms Industry Group helps industry members navigate legal issues from regulatory compliance to e-commerce development, financing needs, and interest from the venture capital world. In addition, Williams Mullen attorneys provide advice and counsel in matters involving Import/Export Controls, White Collar & Investigations, Data Protection & Cybersecurity, Intellectual Property, Employment Law, Government Contracting and legal aspects of social media marketing. Learn how Williams Mullen can assist you at williamsmullen.com.

About Business Solution Partners
Business Solution Partners is a 5-star Oracle NetSuite solution provider specializing in the full lifecycle of business systems deployment from initial selection through ongoing support. BSP offers consulting and professional services around implementation, data migration and software management, custom development, training and support. With over 35 years of business software experience, Business Solution Partners is uniquely positioned to deliver verticalized software and process solutions to scaling companies and is a proud supporter of the American firearms manufacturing industry. Get started with a firearms ERP bundle expert at bspny.com.

About EpiCenter
With its origin as a manufacturing company, EpiCenter is a unique hybrid of business acumen and technical expertise in the ERP sphere. With staff located all over the U.S., EpiCenter is dedicated to merging the unique business operations of its clients with the technologies that enhance their efficiency, productivity, and success. The team at EpiCenter is comprised of business consultants with experience in a wide range of manufacturing industries with unique process and quality compliance experience, along with technical staff that specialize in merging complex technologies into integrated business solutions. Above all, EpiCenter’s goal is to become a trusted advisor for its clients. What a CPA firm is to a manufacturer’s financial and tax planning, EpiCenter is to a manufacturer’s ERP and overall technology setup. EpiCenter positions itself as a partner with its customers, seeking to maximize their software and technology investments and simultaneously help them make the best business decisions possible. Learn more about EpiCenter at epicentererp.com.

About SolutionsX
SolutionsX is a veteran owned and operated consulting firm and an Infor Gold Channel Partner providing Infor CloudSuite Industrial/SyteLine ERP software and services. SolutionsX specializes in regulated industries such as Firearms, Medical Device, as well as Aerospace and Defense. Since 2004, SolutionsX has brought former managers and executives of engineering, manufacturing, distribution and fabrication industries together to create an experience that helps businesses elevate the way they operate. We partner with our customers to ensure they meet their goals. We accomplish this using our team of industry-leading consultants with first-hand user experience of our best-in-class Infor products. In turn, you get a SolutionsX support system with real people who will be there for you in designing, configuring, and implementing manufacturing ERP solutions and processes. To learn more, visit solutionsx.com.

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