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Greater transparency. Greater automation. Greater control. collana offers you future-proof IT solutions for digital manufacturing. Benefit from our combination of Microsoft expertise, industry knowledge and bespoke development with fast-track implementation.
IT solutions for manufacturing are integrated digital systems that seamlessly connect production, planning and business processes within industrial companies, enabling them to be controlled in real time. These include ERP systems, MES, Product Lifecycle Management (PLM), AI-driven automation, data analytics, cloud computing and cyber security, which digitise discrete manufacturing and the process industry across the entire value chain.
In the modern manufacturing industry, they are the key to transforming traditional factories into smart factories.
Staying competitive with collana: We help your business thrive in the digital age. The benefit for you: artificial intelligence and the Internet of Things (IoT) transform your manufacturing by enabling real-time data analysis and boosting efficiency throughout your entire supply chain.
Discover our solutions:
Industrial manufacturing is undergoing a period of profound change: rising energy and raw material costs, volatile supply chains and a growing shortage of skilled workers are increasing the pressure on manufacturing companies across the DACH region. At the same time, the requirements arising from ESG reporting and the CSRD are increasing – and with them, the complexity of corporate governance as a whole.
However, many manufacturing companies still operate with IT environments that have evolved over time: ERP, production and logistics are inadequately integrated. The result: data silos, a lack of transparency and decisions based on incomplete data. This comes at the expense of efficiency, profit margins and speed.
The solution: Studies show significant increases in productivity and efficiency that can be achieved through integrated IT systems, modern ERP platforms and data-driven management (Bitkom). The Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) connects machines via sensors that continuously collect data, which serves as the basis for your analyses and automation.
This is exactly where we come in, supporting you through the transition to Industry 4.0: for stable supply chains, predictable production and sustainable competitiveness in the global market.
Discover our solutions:
From planning to production: greater planning accuracy and more efficient use of resources
From the machine to corporate management: comprehensive, real-time transparency of production data
From order placement to analysis: faster response times and better customer management
A modular approach to digital transformation enables businesses to resolve immediate pain points whilst ensuring they are prepared for a digital future. Discover the benefits of our solutions for the manufacturing industry.
Efficient ERP and IT projects in manufacturing require clear structures rather than protracted bespoke developments. With the collana Fast-Track approach, we rely on a tried-and-tested process model. This significantly reduces implementation times whilst ensuring maximum planning certainty.
The focus is on a structured process that combines strategy, implementation and continuous optimisation:
Discovery & Readiness Assessment – Analysis of the current situation, identification of opportunities, and development of a robust roadmap and business case.
Target Vision & Solution Design – Definition of the target architecture based on Microsoft technology, including an integration and data strategy for a seamless system landscape.
Fast-track implementation – Implementation using pre-configured collana industry solutions rather than time-consuming greenfield approaches.
Rollout & Change Management – A structured roll-out comprising training sessions, a hypercare phase and the targeted development of key users’ skills.
Continuous Improvement – Ongoing development through the use of AI, data analytics and managed services.
This is how a scalable, future-proof IT architecture is created, step by step.
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Our IT solutions for manufacturing are consistently tailored to sector-specific requirements. The digitalisation of industrial manufacturing processes is guided by the Industry 4.0 guidelines of the VDMA, particularly in the areas of interoperability, data integration and the consistent networking of machines and IT systems.
In mechanical and plant engineering, the focus is on product variety, project-based business and service processes. The seamless integration of CAD, PLM and ERP systems is crucial here in order to map development and manufacturing processes seamlessly. In mechanical and plant engineering, digital manufacturing processes are strongly influenced by cross-industry requirements, as described within the Swissmem framework for the Swiss mechanical and plant engineering sector.
Regulatory requirements play a key role in medical technology. Systems must be capable of validation and ensure seamless batch traceability. MDR- and IVDR-compliant processes are particularly relevant in this context.
The process industry places the highest demands on quality, documentation and compliance. Our solutions support GMP-compliant production processes, as well as the digital mapping of batch records and process data within the ERP system.
In the automotive and electronics industries, efficiency and speed are paramount. Key requirements include just-in-time and just-in-sequence processes, EDI integration and TISAX-compliant IT security structures.
We do not see ourselves as a traditional IT consultancy, but rather as a specialist partner for the digital transformation of industrial manufacturing.
Our focus: the combination of ERP, AI, data analytics and cloud technologies based on the Microsoft ecosystem. As a certified Microsoft Solutions Partner, collana IT combines in-depth platform expertise with its own industry-specific solutions, which are tried-and-tested enablers specifically tailored to the requirements of the manufacturing industry.
This creates a bridge between ERP, AI and data analytics, all under one roof – from strategic planning through to operational implementation.
Modern manufacturing IT must meet the highest security and compliance requirements. In the DACH region, collana IT supports industrial companies with practical implementation experience and an in-depth understanding of the requirements of modern manufacturing and IT system landscapes, such as those found in the context of Swissmem can be described in relation to the Swiss mechanical and plant engineering sector.
This includes in-depth knowledge of relevant requirements, such as the DSG and FINMA regulatory frameworks, as well as specialist teams for industry, E-Commerce and Healthcare, which specifically address sector-specific requirements – without resorting to generic consultancy approaches.
Our solutions comply with standards such as ISO 27001, TISAX as well as sector-specific requirements such as GxP.
The use of the Microsoft Azure cloud, with data residency in Europe and Switzerland, ensures the secure and compliant processing of sensitive production and business data.
Modern cyber security approaches combine preventative measures with breach detection systems to enhance security in manufacturing.
Our experience from projects with leading manufacturing companies demonstrates clearly measurable results across the entire value chain. These include, amongst other things, shorter lead times, reduced stock levels and significantly improved planning and process reliability.
Insights from selected case studies illustrate how companies have been able to sustainably improve their operational efficiency by implementing modern ERP and data platforms – from more stable supply chains to a significantly stronger foundation for data and decision-making.
In many of these projects, a measurable return on investment is achieved within 12 to 18 months, accompanied by a noticeable increase in transparency in production, logistics and management accounting.
Digital transformation in the manufacturing industry is crucial to remaining competitive in a rapidly changing and uncertain environment. Are you looking to future-proof your manufacturing operations or to further develop your existing systems in a targeted manner? We can support you in this – in a structured, industry-proven way and with a clear focus on time-to-value.
Choose the option that best suits your current situation:
A joint assessment of your current system landscape and an initial discussion on specific areas for action.
We lay a clear foundation to help you derive added value from your data. Together, we analyse your current situation, identify areas of potential and develop concrete first steps.
Transparency, guidance and a clear roadmap for your ERP decision.
The costs vary depending on the scope and typically range from the mid five-figure range to several million euros. They consist of licences, implementation and operation. A precise assessment is carried out via a bespoke business case.
Implementation usually takes between 4 and 18 months. With a fast-track approach, the first productive results can often be achieved after just 4 to 6 months.
Microsoft Dynamics 365 is generally quicker to implement, more cost-effective and more closely integrated with cloud and AI environments. SAP S/4HANA is better suited to very complex, large-scale organisations.
Discrete manufacturing often uses ERP and MES for order and variant management. Process manufacturing tends to rely on high-performance ERP systems and LIMS for batches and compliance. Hybrid models combine both approaches.
Cloud-based ERP systems are based on certified security standards such as ISO 27001 and ensure that data is stored within the EU and Switzerland. They are now considered more secure than many on-premises solutions.
Typical areas of application include predictive maintenance, quality control, service automation and knowledge management. The aim is to optimise processes and reduce manual work.
Yes, with local teams and DSG-compliant implementation, collana IT provides targeted support to businesses in Switzerland and the DACH region.
collana combines Microsoft ERP, AI and its own industry-specific solutions to create integrated systems, and implements projects more quickly than traditional, purely bespoke approaches.
