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Please Note: This UK-wide public directory serves to demonstrate the opportunities and challenges digital technologies can overcome and the nationwide expertise available. However, Made Smarter is agnostic, and therefore the Technology Providers cited in this directory are not endorsed, validated or verified.
UK Manufacturing Adoption Programme AI & Digital Efficiency Accelerator. AI and automation applied
A practical AI accelerator for UK manufacturers to boost productivity and protect margins. Aligned with Made Smarter, it offers on-site support from diagnosis to automation. Tiers range from £5k to £20k, focusing on measurable value and building internal capability rather than selling software.
Business challenges solved:
Manufacturing Process
Addtive Manufacturing equipment and suppport
We are an independent, technology-agnostic Additive Manufacturing (AM) and 3D printing contract research company providing consultancy and hardware, problem-solving and lab-based technical services. We support organisations exploring the implementation of AM and digital printing for the production of their products, as well as hardware and materials vendors wanting to develop and commercialise their own printing materials and systems. We are a highly-skilled, multi-disciplinary team of PhD and degree-level engineers and scientists, supported by a management team with a world-class portfolio and legacy in AM research.
Business challenges solved:
Manufacturing Process
Build Queue
Cloud MES for SME additive manufacturers. Job scheduling, QC workflows, material traceability, and Digital Product Passports—purpose-built for 3D printing operations. Enterprise-grade AM execution from £79/month.
Business challenges solved:
Manufacturing Process
8 Minutes
8 Minutes is an AI-powered call handling and escalation layer for UK manufacturers. It answers inbound calls from customers, suppliers, drivers, and the public — capturing enquiries, reporting issues, and escalating urgent matters when teams are busy on the shop floor. Whether it’s a missed RFQ, a delivery problem, a safety concern, or a service issue, 8 Minutes listens, structures the information, and routes it to the right person with clear summaries and priority levels. It works alongside existing phone systems to ensure nothing critical is missed, without adding headcount or disrupting operations.
Business challenges solved:
Enterprise Management
AIFM OS
AIFM OS enables AI adoption across a capability pyramid: use AI for individual tasks, automate multi-step workflows, and unify progress into a CEO-level view—so adoption is connected, aligned, governed, and measurable from frontline to leadership.
Business challenges solved:
Enterprise Management
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The Learning People: AI Courses
We offer online learning courses covering how to utilise AI to improve business productivity and efficiency.
Instro AI
Instro AI Solutions provides bespoke software as a service solutions that harness the power of generative AI to address real-world business challenges. We work with the business and independent experts to evaluate our implementations against targeted success measures ensuring Instro delivers quality and value.
Business challenges solved:
Enterprise Management
Manufacturing Infrastructure
Enterprise Management
Odoo ERP Implementation
SmartIT provides end-to-end ERP consultancy, implementation, and ongoing support services tailored to the needs of manufacturing businesses. Our core capability lies in delivering scalable, integrated ERP solutions using Odoo, enabling manufacturers to replace fragmented systems with a single, unified platform.
Odoo’s modular architecture allows SmartIT to design solutions that align precisely with each manufacturer’s operational reality. Core capabilities include manufacturing resource planning (MRP), bill of materials (BOM) management, production scheduling, inventory and warehouse management, quality control, procurement, finance, and sales. These modules operate within one system, ensuring real-time data flow across departments and eliminating duplication, manual work, and data silos.
SmartIT’s consultancy-led approach ensures technology supports business outcomes rather than dictating them. We begin by analysing current processes, constraints, and growth objectives, then configure Odoo to optimise workflows such as demand forecasting, stock replenishment, work order tracking, and production costing. This enables manufacturers to improve operational visibility, reduce lead times, control inventory levels, and make data-driven decisions.
Our implementation capability covers system design, configuration, data migration, integration with existing tools and machinery where required, user training, and go-live support. Odoo’s flexibility allows SmartIT to deliver both rapid deployments for small to mid-sized manufacturers and more complex implementations for multi-site or growing operations.
Beyond implementation, SmartIT provides ongoing support, optimisation, and strategic guidance. As manufacturing businesses evolve, Odoo can scale with them, adding functionality such as advanced planning, maintenance management, or business intelligence without the need to replace the core system.
In summary, SmartIT’s solution capability combines deep ERP expertise, practical manufacturing insight, and the flexibility of Odoo to deliver cost-effective, future-proof ERP solutions that improve efficiency, visibility, and control across the entire manufacturing operation.
Business challenges solved:
Enterprise Management
Low Code Platform
Meritec helps engineering firms replace outdated, paper-heavy processes with streamlined digital workflows that enhance efficiency and compliance. Our integrated automation solutions reduce admin, improve job tracking, and ensure accurate, real-time data across your operations. With proven results across the sector, we deliver scalable tech built to support complex projects and sustainable growth.
Website & Web App Design & Development
Website and web app design & development for manufacturing SMEs. Modern WordPress builds, redesigns and integrations to improve enquiries, credibility and efficiency—backed by reliable hosting, maintenance, and ongoing optimisation.
Business challenges solved:
Manufacturing Infrastructure
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