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Manufacturing

Discover advanced digital business management software tailored for manufacturers across Africa. Our solution streamlines and optimises production processes with industry-specific tools to boost efficiency, reduce downtime, and streamline your whole operation.

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Our mission is to provide business management solutions that enable our customers to

source effectively, stock efficiently, sell profitably & service competitively

Key manufacturing industries:

Paint manufacturing

Chemical manufacturing

Automotive parts & coach software

Food & beverage manufacturing

Electronics manufacturing

Furniture & home stores manufacturing

Fashion & textile manufacturing

Packaging & printing manufacturing

Personal protective equipment (PPE) products manufacturing

Agriculture & farming manufacturing

Metal & machinery manufacturing

Building material & construction manufacturing

Health & beauty manufacturing

Electrical manufacturing

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Manufacturing software for profitable production control & management

Marginal gains matter, especially in manufacturing. However, knowing which part of the business to target can take time and effort. That's why we've developed our specialist manufacturing software to make it easy for you to experience the benefits of digitalisation and future-proof your success.

  • Run more efficient, synchronised processes across all areas of your operation.
  • Minimise downtime through better resource planning and cut costly overheads.
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Enhanced management of work orders creates real efficiencies 

With our manufacturing software, managing work orders is effortless. Our market-leading ERP system automatically generates and tracks work orders, providing detailed instructions for operatives to use at each stage of the production cycle. In addition, you can link work orders to specific machines, employees, or workstations, so every stage of your workflow is connected for improved accuracy, communication and productivity. 

  • Automatically generate and track work orders for enhanced communication between departments. 
  • Link work orders to machines, employees, or workstations for better workflow productivity. 
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Plan capacities and move forward with confidence

Whether you're managing a single production line or multiple factories, our capacity planning tools ensure you're making the most of your resources and keeping production on track. Instead of relying on manual checks, you can gain complete visibility of your production capacity at the touch of a button. Our software displays detailed reports on machine availability, planned downtime and other critical resources so you can better balance workloads and avoid bottlenecks.

  • Optimise your production output by improving the balance of workloads across multiple lines and locations.
  • Get real-time insights into machine uptime, resource availability and production.
  • Synchronise and optimise your production scheduling.
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Take the guesswork out of production scheduling

By balancing machine availability and material supply, our manufacturing software helps minimise downtime and keeps your production on track. Whether adjusting schedules or ensuring on-time delivery, our production scheduling tools allow you to optimise every part of your manufacturing operation.

  • Balance resources to minimise production delays and increase the smooth running of your production line(s).
  • Ensure timely deliveries with optimised scheduling, helping you deliver on time and budget.
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Plan ahead with automated material requirement planning

Remove the headache of worrying about your critical materials. Our system automatically calculates material requirements based on production schedules and current inventory levels. By automating the procurement process, you can ensure all necessary raw materials are available for when you need them. Instantly, you reduce waste, cut costs, and improve overall efficiency.

  • Automatically calculate your various material needs and enjoy full management of the procurement process.
  • Align lineside inventory levels with production schedules for an optimised flow of materials across your organisation.
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Real-time inventory tracking that drive real efficiencies

Stay on top of your inventory with real-time visibility across all stages of production. Our software tracks raw materials, work-in-progress (WIP), and finished goods across multiple warehouses or locations. Stock levels are updated automatically based on production and sales orders, so you can operate with up-to-the-minute insights into your inventory that help you prevent shortages or overstocking.

  • Monitor raw materials, WIP, and finished goods as they move between departments in real-time.
  • Automatically update your stock levels with production and sales activity, helping improve overall customer service.
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Transform your warehouse processes for a stronger business

Our software integrates seamlessly with warehouse automation systems, such as barcoding and scanning technologies, to improve your inventory management. It doesn't matter your size or organisational structure. By automating critical tasks with our software, you can reduce manual errors and speed up critical processes like picking, packing, and shipping.

  • Integrate with barcoding systems for faster picking, packing, and shipping times, improving customer service.
  • Reduce manual errors and strengthen your business model with automated processes.

K8 offers all the functionality we need, accommodating our complex business processes. K8 offers a fully integrated non-modular ERP solution that will enable us to grow our business.

Aimee Mason, Managing Director at Spec-Cast Wear Parts

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Save time with fast and transparent batch tracking

Our manufacturing software features batch and serial number tracking for companies dealing with high-value or regulated goods. Such tools feature full traceability throughout the supply chain, helping you manage warranty claims, product returns, and recalls. Also, you can quickly trace any product from its origin to its final destination, ensuring compliance with industry regulations and customer peace of mind.

  • Track individual lot and serial numbers for those products considered high-value and(or) regulated.
  • Ensure fast and clear traceability for managing recalls, warranty claims, and returns.
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Enhance your quality control processing

Our manufacturing software empowers businesses to maintain the highest standards of quality by providing customisable tools for implementing and managing quality control (QC) processes. This means you can tailor QC protocols to fit the unique requirements of each product you manufacture. Whether dealing with different materials, processes, or customer specifications, you can design specific quality checks to monitor every production stage.

  • Design QC protocols that fit the needs of specific products or production lines.
  • Identify defects early in production to reduce waste and minimise rework.
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Get the edge with improved maintenance and asset management

Our system uses Preventive Maintenance Scheduling to track equipment usage across your region. Moreover, it automatically schedules preventive maintenance based on predefined intervals or user-initiated requests. Therefore, you can rest assured that your machines have been optimised for performance, helping reduce downtime and extend equipment life.

  • Removed guesswork and speed up decisions with scheduled preventive maintenance based on real-time data.
  • Minimise costly and unexpected breakdowns while maximising the lifespan of your machines.
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Gain full control of your finance

See the difference costing and financial tracking can make as you calculate production costs and compare them against previous budgets. With our manufacturing software, you can use budget and forecasting features to plan better for the future, tracking key financial metrics such as profit margins and cash flow. The software also simplifies accounts payable and accounts receivable, ensuring that financial transactions are aligned with production and order fulfilment processes.

  • Stay on top of your budgets by tracking costs effectively throughout all areas of your business.
  • Manage all your invoices, payments, and collections with from one central location.
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Regulatory compliance and traceability

Ensure compliance with industry regulations through comprehensive traceability features. We equip your business with the power to fully trace everything from raw materials used right through to batch delivery, allowing manufacturers to quickly identify the origin of any issues. This feature supports product recalls, warranty claims, and safety standard compliance, keeping your business, products, and reputation safe at all times.

  • Track products from raw materials to delivery for full and fast, hassle-free compliance.
  • Need to recall a product? Our manufacturing software enables easy management of product recalls and warranty claims.
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Powerful data analytics and business intelligence (BI)

Get valuable insights with our software's advanced data analytics and business intelligence tools. Instead of waiting days, you can now create in-depth production and performance reports at the touch of a button to analyse efficiency, pinpoint bottlenecks, and streamline processes. Real-time dashboards provide live updates on production status, machine uptime, and quality control metrics, empowering data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement.

  • Gain access to fully customisable real-time dashboards for immediate insights.
  • Enhance your production processes with in-depth performance reports.
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Expand effortlessly with smart integrations and the power of scale

Our manufacturing software is a fully integrated ERP solution that delivers seamless visibility across production, supply chain, financial, and workforce management. With the flexibility of cloud and mobile access, you can effortlessly expand your operations and oversee your business from any location, ensuring uninterrupted workflow across multiple sites. This dynamic and adaptable solution empowers manufacturers to streamline operations, minimise waste, enhance quality, and uphold regulatory compliance, all while gaining a competitive edge in the market.

  • Scale your operations easily and at reduced cost with our cloud-based solutions.
  • Access real-time data and manage remotely from any location with an internet connection.

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Engineered to optimise operations, strengthen financial oversight, and deliver real-time insights, Palladium is your all-in-one business partner with the full suite of digital tools to help your organisation excel.   

Key features:

  • Streamline processes with integrated accounting
  • Gain comprehensive control of your stock
  • Drive efficiencies in manufacturing
  • Manage projects with integrated budgets
  • Process your sales transactions faster
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Our configurable software solution empowers small to medium enterprises to manage all aspects of their business efficiently. With short implementation timescales, you see a rapid return on your investment.

Key features:

  • Intuitive, rapid to implement and easy to use
  • Multi-company and multi-branch operations
  • Fully integrated suite of financial ledgers
  • Strong inventory and production control
  • Powerful reporting & analytics to drive profitability
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