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Britest
Britest is a UK-based SME that enables sustainable process design. Britest works internationally with manufacturers across the (bio)technology, chemicals, materials, food & pharmaceuticals sectors, providing training and consultancy services to develop more sustainable manufacturing through better process understanding
EDI (Electronic Data Interchange)
Maximise Manufacturing Outcomes
Data Interchange has decades of experience working to optimise supply chains in the manufacturing industry with the help of pioneering EDI software. Electronic Data Interchange opens up a range of opportunities in the manufacturing industry specifically.
Automation
Organisations who utilise new technology, such as robotics, can often move their employees into more skilled roles. For manufacturers this can enable more efficiencies within the business and drive growth.
Shifts to B2C
Many manufacturers have transitioned towards business-to-consumer models. This drives increased profit margins by dealing directly with customers and their demands, eliminates the risk of brand damage by third-parties and enables the collection of more customer data for analysis.
Improved onboarding
Reacting to market changes looks likely to become increasingly important in the manufacturing industry. When done effectively, supplier onboarding allows businesses to achieve this and enhanced trading partner collaboration, driving growth opportunities in the process.
EDI is here to help
Using reliable and robust EDI systems, the manufacturing industry can unlock a range of potential benefits that help drive positive business outcomes.
With solutions from Data Interchange, suppliers can exchange standardised orders, invoices and dispatch notifications using a web browser. The result is less manual processes, reduced complexity and more efficient and profitable supplier relationships.
Benefits include:
- Increased control
- Simplified processes
- Enhanced visibility
Enverse Insight
Enverse provides equipment-level digital twin (DT) models using historical and generative data to help preventive and predictive maintenance in the manufacturing/utilty environment. We provide standard and custom DT models in energy, manufacturing and utility sector for various applications of asset management to boost productivity and reduce waste.
Business challenges solved:
Manufacturing Process
Bluetooth and Ultra-Wide Band Tracking
Pathfindr's location tracking and monitoring solutions provide customers with real-time data on assets inside, outside and across the globe. As a result, you can monitor where assets are, what they're doing, the environment they're in and their condition. Once you have the data and have made sense of it, you can make company-wide decisions to reduce waste and benefit from the associated improvements.
CRM Audit
Choosing Customer Relationship Management (CRM) or Marketing Automation software providers throws up a lot of options. Your first step is to see what shape your organisation is in to make the most of implementing a platform by having a CRM Audit.
Cymer carries out these CRM Audits to get a better understanding of your organisation and establish what you are looking to achieve from implementing/upgrading CRM into the operations. The key areas that are focused on are:
Current operational structure
Current platform(s), function(s) and processes
Data management processes and systems
User/Stakeholder assessments
Implementation and subscription budget
Expected outcomes
Once the review is concluded, a report will be delivered using a traffic light scoring method to highlight areas that “Good to Go” (Green), “Alterations Required” (Amber) and “Needs Attention” (Red). Recommendations will be included alongside suggested platforms that would fit your requirements.
Business challenges solved:
Enterprise Management
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123Insight
123Insight is scalable, award-winning ERP/MRP software for growing small to medium-sized manufacturers. It seamlessly connects and streamlines your entire manufacturing operation across all departments, covering everything from quotes to invoicing. Developed with an understanding of the challenges inherent in the manufacturing sector, 123Insight can transform your business, saving time and money. Eliminate extended customer lead times by gaining control of planning, purchasing, and stock management. With a comprehensive view of product components, your traceability challenges are resolved, and you can effortlessly see true costs and profitability.
Cost It Right
Cost It Right is your comprehensive platform for precision cost management, empowering enterprises to optimize financial strategies, streamline operations, and drive profitability. With robust features designed to integrate with your existing systems and processes, Cost It Right revolutionizes how businesses approach cost analysis, reporting, and decision-making.
Benefits:
Optimized Cost Control: Achieve granular control over costs with customizable permissions and efficient multi-currency management.
Streamlined Operations: Improve workflows with structured approval processes and efficient vendor quotation management.
Informed Decision-Making: Drive informed decisions with comprehensive reporting, detailed impact analysis, and predictive what-if analysis.
Real-Time Insights: Stay ahead with real-time data analytics and proactive notification systems.
Enhanced Compliance: Ensure compliance with configurable multi-level approvals and comprehensive audit trails.
Business challenges solved:
Manufacturing Process
WinMan ERP Solutions
WinMan ERP Software is a robust and scalable solution designed for manufacturers, supply chain managers, and distributors. With a focus on efficiency, flexibility, and real-time insights, WinMan offers a suite of features that streamline your business processes
WinMan ERP provides end-to-end functionality, covering areas such as finance, production management, inventory control, order processing and more.
Whether you’re manufacturing simple components or handling complex engineer-to-order projects, WinMan adapts to your unique requirements.
As the authors, we offer full support and development in-house to provide consistency.
Business challenges solved:
Enterprise Management
UKRI 6G Radio Systems Facility
Instrumented software-defined-radio platform for 5G and 6G physical layer emulation providing hardware and software in the loop testing and validation capabilities.
Business challenges solved:
Manufacturing Product & Process design
HPS Advanced Liquid Product Recovery (Pigging) Technology
HPS Advanced Liquid Product Recovery (Pigging) Technology is used by manufacturers of liquid products for product recovery.
Recovering product enhances operational efficiency, improves yields, cuts waste, and generates increased profits. Companies also save on overhead costs and experience a high year-on-year ROI.
Pigging technology is used in a variety of applications, ranging from food and beverage to chemicals and paints, making it a valuable investment for new and existing plants.
Business challenges solved:
Manufacturing Process
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