Live Insight and WIP

Shop Floor Communication

A thoughtful and integrated approach to manufacturing execution ensures that every aspect of the shop floor communication is handled with precision - from knowing what job to work on next, to providing real-time insights into work-in-progress, and all documentation related to the job.

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Reduced scrap rates

Improve precision and quality control to minimize material waste and reduce scrap rates.

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Don't repeat yourself

Minimize redundant tasks and data entry to increase efficiency and reduce the risk of errors.

4x

Operator efficacy

Empower your operators to work autonomously with real-time work lists, drawings, and documentation.
Cloud Manufacturing Software

Empower the Shop Floor to Work Autonomously

Equip your shop floor with the tools they need to operate autonomously, enhancing efficiency and productivity. For seamless communication, documentation, and data capture, use StartProto to empower your shop floor today.

Documentation and Guidance

Detailed Documentation for Your Workforce

Provide operators with clear, concise, and comprehensive documentation. Ensure they always know what to do next, with access to operation details, time estimates, part quantities, and more.

  • Allow access to a variety of attachments including MP4, PDF, and rich text documents.
  • Provide comprehensive work instructions using information consolidated from sales orders, jobs, make items, operations, and processes into one interface.
  • Rely on our fast and intuitive interface for an easy implementation and quick information retrieval.
Continuous Improvement

Feedback to Drive Continuous Improvement

Foster continuous improvement by enabling direct feedback from the shop floor. Enhance your processes and quality control with valuable insights from your shop floor.

  • Comments can be added directly to routing for immediate action and management insight.
  • Non-conformance reports (NCRs) are linked to quality control for swift resolution.
  • Operators can upload pictures from the shop floor to provide visual work instructions for the next time around.
Effortless Monitoring and Insight

Effortless Time and Work-in-Progress Monitoring

Track time, monitor work-in-progress status, and identify bottlenecks to optimize your operations. Empower everyone with real-time updates on their progress relative to schedules, ensuring management is well-informed about project timelines and productivity.

  • Live work-in-progress (WIP) status for real-time visibility and less interruptions.
  • Time tracking for accurate job tracking and cost reporting.
  • Built in tools to track and identify bottlenecks, enabling targeted improvements.
Personalized Work Queue

Quick Access to Tailored Work Queues

Create personalized work queues that streamline work assignment by allowing operators to filter tasks based on key parameters.

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  • Improve visual flexibility with customizable presets, allowing for quick adjustments to workflow priorities as needs change.
  • Minimize setup time by grouping similar operations, ensuring that related tasks can be completed more efficiently.
  • Enhance team collaboration by assigning tasks to specific workgroups, centers, or individuals, ensuring that the right resources are utilized.
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Frequently asked questions

Everything you need to know about StartProto.

How does StartProto handle production scheduling and job prioritization?
Can StartProto import data from existing systems?
Can StartProto integrate with existing systems like Shopify and QuickBooks?
What is the typical implementation timeline for StartProto?
How does StartProto handle user training and support?
Can StartProto track the location and status of operators in real-time?
Does StartProto support AI-powered automation and analytics?
Can StartProto generate job traveler documents for external parties?
What are the reporting and analytics capabilities of StartProto?
How does StartProto handle inventory management, including tracking material usage and cost allocation?
Is my data safe with StartProto in the cloud?
Is there a free trial available?
Can StartProto accommodate custom workflows and job-specific documentation?
Can I change my plan later?
Who owns and controls access to my data on StartProto?
Do I own my data and can export should I chose to leave StartProto?
AI Applications in manufacturing

AI-Powered Manufacturing Modules

The more you use it, the better it gets.

Sales Orders

Operate more efficiently and grow revenue by improving and streamlining your sales workflow.

Outside Processing

Empowers your company to solve outside processing efficiently. This integrated approach ensures that outside processing is not only manageable but also scalable and profitable for growing businesses.

Quality Management

Unleash the full potential of quality management within your shop processes using first article tracking, NCR control, and enforced inspection steps at every step of production. Elevate your quality standards and empower excellence.

Routing & BOM

Create highly robust routing and BOMs in just a few clicks. Provide your operators with everything they need to succeed.

Shipping & Receiving

Drive your shipping and receiving departments with up-to-date information from across the shop floor. Always know the status of every part and eliminate surprises.

Shop Floor Communication

A thoughtful and integrated approach to manufacturing execution, ensuring that every aspect of the shop floor from knowing what job to work on next to providing real-time insights into work-in-progress and documentation collection for jobs.

Jobs & Scheduling

Scheduling and prioritizing jobs has never been easier. Assign operations to specific machines and personnel to manage your shop from anywhere, and use dashboards to ensure jobs are completed on time.

Purchase Planning

Streamline your procurement process through realtime suggestions based on your current inventory levels and needs. Discover cost-effective procurement suggestions and insight to boost efficiency and savings.

Inventory Management

Unlike any manufacturing software in the industry, StartProto gives you the ultimate ability to see where a workpiece is in real time. Now you will never guess again.

Quoting & RFQ

Operate more efficiently and grow revenue by improving and streamlining your quoting workflow.

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Customer Stories

A Proven Track Record

See the success our customers have had using StartProto’s Manufacturing Cloud to transform their businesses.

Located in Cartersville, Georgia, CAMaster specializes in producing high-quality CNC routers for various industries, including custom cabinetry, automotive customization, plastics, and more. CAMaster relied on separate systems and spreadsheets for purchasing, inventory management, and production tracking, leading to inefficiencies and errors.
Eric
Production Manager
Phenx Products, an aerospace and defense manufacturer, transitioned from manual tracking systems to StartProto’s all-in-one platform to streamline operations, improve AS9100 compliance, and enhance profitability. StartProto enabled them to efficiently manage quoting, production, and documentation, resulting in significant time savings and increased operational efficiency.
Kenny Williams
CEO
GTI Fabrication transformed its operations with StartProto, gaining streamlined workflows, precise tracking, and scalable support for future growth.
Warren Wadman
Loper Machine, an aerospace job shop, started in 2017 as a part-time venture and has since grown into a successful business. Transitioning from basic tools like Google and spreadsheets to a more advanced and organized system with StartProto has significantly streamlined their operations.
Alex Loper
Owner and CEO
RAM Precision implemented StartProto’s cloud-based manufacturing MRP software to centralize and automate their operations. Over the last 3 years, they have experienced remarkable growth and efficiency gains, directly contributing to a 60% increase in revenue over three years.
Cayle Hamman
Production Manager
Jaco Machine beat the challenge of finding a management system that could support their early operations and scale with their growth.
Jody Powell
Owner
New Generation Machining was limited to manual paper-based processes by JobBoss2 to run their operations. This not only slowed down the front office processing time, but also left big gaps in the knowledge that was transferred to the shop floor.
Tyler Hendricks
Owner & Estimator
Nick bought KTE and found its manual workflow outdated. He implemented StartProto, a manufacturing cloud system, automating tasks and improving workflow. This enhanced efficiency, increased job capacity, and grew the business, transforming KTE into a thriving, profitable machine shop.
Nick Salters
Owner
Werner Machine improved their one-off part manufacturing process by using StartProto, a software centralizing documentation and communication. The software significantly enhanced accessibility to past job data, reduced setup time, and increased efficiency, making it a game-changer for their business operations.
Rob Escoe
Estimator & Operations Manager
Facing growth-related challenges, 3D Machine employed StartProto's workflow management system. This enabled improved visibility into operations, replacing old methods with efficient platforms. Consequently, efficiency, productivity, and customer satisfaction increased, allowing the company to manage more jobs and maintain quality service.
Sam Roberts
Owner
AM North, a 3D printing company, achieved significant operational improvements by implementing StartProto, a user-friendly manufacturing software, streamlining production and enhancing efficiency under the leadership of CEO Jan-Inge.
Jan-Inge Kongsbak
CEO
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