We build Custom Software for Metalworks
- Usually designed for broad business processes, not the specific workflows of metal fabrication or sheet metal work
- Can be quick and easy to install, helping you get started with basic admin or stock management
- Benefits from automatic updates and solid technical support as part of a global user base
- Entry-level packages can seem like good value, especially when you’re just starting out
- However, enterprise-level solutions for manufacturing can be eye-wateringly expensive – sometimes exceeding £100,000 a year
- Because these systems are built for a mass market, you’ll struggle to gain a true competitive advantage or customise them for your unique production environment
- Customisation options are limited, making it hard to quickly adapt the software to specific shop-floor processes, custom machinery, or niche reporting needs
- You’ll rarely own the source code or intellectual property, so you’re always reliant on the software provider’s roadmap and priorities
- Purpose-built to fit your exact operational requirements, whether you’re running CNCs, laser cutters, press brakes, or specialist finishing lines
- Gives you complete freedom to add new features, integrate with CAD/CAM tools, or automate workshop data collection as your business evolves
- Provides the potential for real competitive advantage, allowing you to streamline unique processes and outpace generic competitors
- ✓ Full ownership of the source code and IP can add tangible value to your business and reduce long-term risk
- Ongoing support, maintenance, and updates can be handled via a Service Level Agreement with ioSTUDIOS’s trusted Help and Support team
- Can be supported, maintained and updated via Service Level Agreement with ioSTUDIOS’s well regarded Help and Support Team
- Initial development costs are usually higher and roll-out may take a bit longer, but the end result is a system that fits your workshop like a glove
- View job details and technical drawings on the shop floor
- Log production progress and material usage in real-time
- Report quality issues with photo documentation
- Access work instructions and technical specifications offline
- Scan materials and components for accurate inventory tracking
- Real-time production overview with interactive dashboards
- Drag-and-drop scheduling for machines and workstations
- Instant alerts for production issues or material shortages
- Approve design changes and quote adjustments remotely
- Performance analytics and optimisation suggestions
From CAD Concept to CNC Code – Our Proven Process
Our agile approach ensures your custom solution mirrors your manufacturing process, from material selection to final product delivery. Our agile process means you get a system that works exactly how you need it to.
