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NorthForge Systems

Software and automation for manufacturing SMEs.

We replace spreadsheet, email, and admin-heavy workflows with practical internal tools, dashboards, and operational systems.

Where operational friction shows up

  • Disconnected spreadsheets across teams
  • Email-heavy workflows and approval delays
  • Fragile reporting with poor operational visibility
  • Manual admin and duplicated data entry
  • Workflow bottlenecks that slow delivery

Typical workflows we improve

These are the types of day-to-day operational workflows we are typically asked to fix for manufacturing teams.

  • Quote-to-job tracking

    Track jobs from initial enquiry through quote approval, planning, and production handover without spreadsheet chasing.

  • Production status dashboards

    Give planners and team leads a live view of WIP, blocked jobs, and overdue work across the shop floor.

  • Reporting and admin automation

    Automate recurring operational reports and admin updates so teams spend less time compiling and rekeying data.

  • Stock and reorder visibility

    Surface low-stock risk and reorder needs earlier so purchasing decisions are based on current operational demand.

  • Approvals and internal handoffs

    Replace inbox bottlenecks with clear approval flows between commercial, operations, and production teams.

  • Customer order and status visibility

    Provide clear order status updates so account and customer teams can communicate confidently and consistently.

Services built for real manufacturing workflows

Workflow Automation

Simplify approvals, quoting, and repetitive admin steps so work keeps moving.

Internal Tools

Create quoting systems, job tracking tools, and operational portals your team will use.

Dashboards & Reporting

Get clear production and admin visibility with reporting designed for daily decisions.

Built for practical delivery

A grounded partner for manufacturers

  • Founder-led delivery from Patrick Kenneally, Senior Software Engineer
  • Based in Bradford, West Yorkshire
  • Focused on software and automation for manufacturing SMEs
  • Practical fixed-scope delivery with direct communication

Ready to remove one operational bottleneck?

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