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Evocon (2)
Some of the key ways that Evocon delivers impact in manufacturing:
Reduce waste and downtime – Gain real-time visibility into production inefficiencies, allowing teams to quickly identify and resolve issues that lead to unnecessary stoppages and scrap.
Engage operators and drive accountability – Evocon makes it easy for operators to track performance, understand where losses occur, and take proactive steps to improve output.
Eliminate manual data collection – Say goodbye to outdated SIC boards and paper tracking. Evocon automates OEE calculations and data collection, freeing up valuable time for your team.
Improve decision-making with real-time insights – Supervisors and managers can access live production data, helping them make informed decisions that drive efficiency and output improvements.
Integrate with your existing systems - Evocon integrates with your ERP system, production planning system (even Excel-based systems) and WMS systems.
Business challenges solved:
Operational Efficiency
Visibility - AI Consulting
Emanations offer an in-depth exploration of the technology considerations and growth opportunities associated with leveraging AI & advanced analytics. Through our AI Visibility framework, we assess the impact of AI on your industry and strategies for its effective integration into your business, including:
• Crafting and implementing a comprehensive AI strategy.
• Building the right infrastructure to gain a competitive edge
• Redesigning organizational systems, processes, and roles for an AI-driven future
Business challenges solved:
People & Skills
AI for Business
At Emanations, we deliver tailored AI training and enablement programmes designed around the specific needs of your business and sector.
Whether you operate in manufacturing, finance, retail, healthcare, logistics, or the creative industries, our training is built to reflect the tools, challenges, and opportunities that matter most to you.
Core System Reboot
Your business and manufacturing processes are unique, your systems should be too. The Core System Reboot is a digital transformation that rebuilds your core internal operating system to the exact specifics of how your business operates. No more monthly fees. No more duct-taping together different software. No more unscalable one-time automations. The Core System Reboot is a custom-made internal operating system that automates work, is your own IP, and becomes a tangible value-adding asset of the business.
Sapmanv12 ERP Software (1)
Sapmanv12 ERP is a comprehensive manufacturing and distribution control solution, including full inventory management, barcoding & labelling, batch & serial number traceability, Bill of Materials, shop floor data capture, MRP and full audit trail.
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Bluefruit Software
Bluefruit Software is an embedded software specialist based in the heart of Cornwall. We work with innovative clients worldwide, delivering the outcomes and software solutions they need for their projects to succeed. Our team of 70 people includes software engineers, testers, UX, compliance and quality specialists. Bluefruit believes excellent embedded software happens through investing in people and processes, and a dedication to quality.
We're using Lean-Agile methodologies, placing a strong emphasis on Test-Driven Development (TDD) and Behaviour-Driven Development (BDD) to ensure high software quality and adaptability. In the past 25 years, we've successfully completed over 100 projects across various sectors, including medical devices, space and aerospace, scientific instrumentation, industrial systems, automotive, and marine.
Business challenges solved:
Quality
Cyber security services
Factory provide architecturally led security services across, Managed Soc, 24/7, Vulnerability Scanning, Pen Testing, Cyber Essentials Implementation and Gap Analysis and other governance/consulting. We deliver to government, telecom, e-commerce, manufacturing and banking customers, all of which have advanced security needs.
We’re a member of the UK Cyber Security Council and the Center for Internet Security. This gives our teams access to leading education guidance, policy and standards to help us to continually improve what we do.
Business challenges solved:
Cyber Security
Enterprise Resource Planning
(Enterprise Resource Planning) system acts as a central hub for managing an organization's core business processes, providing a unified and real-time view of data across departments. It facilitates improved efficiency, data accuracy, and collaboration by integrating functions like finance, accounting, procurement, order management, and inventory control. By automating and integrating these processes, ERP systems streamline operations, reduce costs, and enable informed decision-making based on accurate, up-to-date information.
Core Capabilities
Real-time Data Visibility
Process Automation
Enhanced Collaboration
Improved Efficiency and Productivity
Financial Compliance and Risk Reduction
Better Customer Service
Data Analytics and Reporting
Scalability and Flexibility
Integration with Other Systems
Business challenges solved:
Process Control
Catalyst ERP (1)
Catalyst ERP is an ERP provider primarily focusing on distilleries, manufacturers, wholesalers, and retailers to streamline operations and support growth. With decades of experience, we deliver tailored ERP solutions from full implementations to finance, warehousing, and more.
Reta QR Ltd
Reta QR provides instant, product-specific support through QR codes, offering how-to-build videos, digital manuals, and AI-driven assistance—enhancing customer experience, reducing returns, and streamlining setup for self-assembly and tech products.
Business challenges solved:
Assembly
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