Headquartered in Palatine, Illinois, Midwest Optical Systems brings more than 30 years of experience and innovation in optical design, fabrication, and inspection. The company is a worldwide leader in machine vision filters and optical solutions, with representation in over 30 countries and a catalog of more than 3,000 cutting‑edge products.
Midwest Optical filters are the premier solution for industrial imaging, delivering dependable results, flawless control, and the highest image quality. Known for product durability, availability, and same‑day shipping, the company has built its reputation on innovation and exceptional customer service.
Industry: Optical Design & Fabrication
Headquarters: Palatine, IL
Solutions: Acumatica ERP ↗
Website: midopt.com ↗
Innovation and customer experience are part of Midwest Optical’s DNA. When its existing ERP and accounting software stopped supporting modernization efforts—and began limiting both internal efficiency and customer responsiveness—leadership knew it was time to make a change.
By modernizing with Acumatica ERP and Aktion Associates, Midwest Optical gained:
Midwest Optical is known for combining advanced technology with high‑touch customer service. However, its legacy ERP environment was no longer aligned with the company’s innovative culture or growth trajectory.
The existing system limited flexibility, offered little customization, and slowed modernization efforts. Leadership needed a platform that could support both manufacturing and distribution operations—while enabling rapid change as business needs evolved.
As an international organization with multi‑industry operations, Midwest Optical required one ERP solution capable of managing the entire business. Acumatica met every requirement.
Midwest Optical selected Acumatica for its:
Midwest Optical partnered with Aktion’s Acumatica team over several months to define an implementation plan, establish a launch timeline, and develop a comprehensive training curriculum.
While the project involved complex details, Aktion ensured Midwest Optical had a clear understanding of the system and each team member’s role.
Aktion Associates worked closely with Midwest Optical throughout the transition, providing guidance, education, and post‑go‑live support. The result was a successful modernization that balanced speed with long‑term system understanding and stability.
With deep Acumatica expertise and a structured modernization approach, Aktion helped Midwest Optical:
Midwest Optical continues to rely on Aktion as a trusted partner to refine and evolve its ERP environment as business needs change.
If you’re wondering what kind of impact a modern, cloud‑based ERP could have on your organization, Aktion brings the industry expertise, honest guidance, and technical depth to help you get there.
We don’t just implement software — we help you build the operational backbone that supports your next stage of growth.
