How CIM 200’s Graphical Scheduler Transforms Production Planning for Irish Manufacturers
If you’re still planning production on spreadsheets, whiteboards, or crossed fingers, we’ve got news: there’s a better way.
As Sage 200 Manufacturing reaches end-of-life in 2025, many businesses are looking not just for a replacement — but a leap forward. And CIM 200’s Graphical Scheduler might just be the most game-changing upgrade yet.
What Is the CIM 200 Graphical Scheduler?
The CIM 200 Graphical Scheduler is a web-enabled, drag-and-drop scheduling tool that puts you in full control of your production plan. Built to integrate directly with CIM 200 and Sage 200 Professional, it provides a live, colour-coded view of your manufacturing schedule — from works orders and operations to machine capacity and planned downtime.
It’s not just a planner. It’s a visibility engine.
Game-Changing CIM 200 Graphical Scheduler Features
⚙️ Real-time production scheduling
Automatically syncs with your Cim200 Works Orders and Planning modules, reflecting live data across your entire operation.
⚙️ Drag-and-drop interface
Easily move operations across the calendar — with padlock logic that prevents out-of-sequence scheduling or off-hours clashes.
⚙️ Colour-coded status and bottleneck detection
Get instant clarity on overdue jobs, resource conflicts, and works order delays — all visualised on a sleek timeline.
⚙️ Split-view dashboard
View both your works orders and available resources in a single screen. Adjust schedules with full context in real-time.
⚙️ Web-enabled, device-agnostic
Access the Scheduler from any browser, on any device — ideal for factory floor, office, or remote teams.
⚙️ Scenario planning (‘What If’ mode)
Test production tweaks before committing them to live schedules — ideal for managing surges, machine downtime, or ad hoc bookings.
Why It Matters Now
With Sage 200 Manufacturing support ending on 31 December 2025, manufacturers can’t afford to rely on legacy tools or manual processes. The risks of doing nothing include:
- Loss of support, updates, and patches
- Security vulnerabilities
- Workflow disruptions during OS/infrastructure upgrades
- Mounting downtime and reactive fixes
CIM 200 — and the Graphical Scheduler in particular — offers not just continuity, but a real opportunity to future-proof production.
See CIM 200 in Action
We recently hosted a CIM 200 Manufacturing Software Webinar, showcasing exactly how the Graphical Scheduler works, how it integrates with Sage 200, and how it helps streamline operations from planning to production.
🎥 Watch the full session here:
How DB Comp Solutions Can Help You
As one of Ireland’s most experienced Sage Partners, DB Comp Solutions specialises in helping Irish SMEs:
🛠 Migrate from Sage 200 Manufacturing to CIM 200 with minimal disruption
🛠 Implement and configure the Graphical Scheduler for real-world production environments
🛠 Integrate with core Sage 200 modules like Stock Control, BOMs, and Shop Floor Data Capture
🛠 Provide tailored training, support, and continuity planning
We don’t just sell software — we guide manufacturing businesses through the process of seamless transformation.
Ready to Take the Guesswork Out of Scheduling?
If your team is juggling whiteboards, spreadsheets, and last-minute fixes, it’s time to upgrade to a smarter, more scalable system. 🚀
Book a Manufacturing Discovery Call with our experts:
📩 sales@dbcomp.ie
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