Rich Dale

Rich founded Flowlens to provide user-friendly cloud software for equipment manufacturers and dealers. As one of the UK's most experienced manufacturing experts he has helped hundreds of small manufacturing businesses map their processes, improve their production and inventory management and massively grown their business through the successful implementation of MRP software. Rich created Flowlens to be as intuitive, easy to learn and easy to use as possible and has built a suite of tools such as Job Cards, Sales Pipeline Management and Service modules that are custom-built for SME manufacturers.

Cap Coder Transforms Profitability with Flowlens BOM Control and Shopfloor Data Capture

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Cap Coder, a leading industrial machinery manufacturer specialising in production line equipment for pharmaceutical, life & bio sciences, chemicals, and healthcare, faced significant operational inefficiencies due to outdated, paper-based systems. With the goal of modernising operations, improving cost tracking, and streamlining processes, Cap Coder turned to Flowlens for a comprehensive digital transformation. Industry: Machinery Manufacturing … Read more

UK Budget 2024: How SME Manufacturers Can Navigate Rising Costs with Digitalisation

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The Autumn 2024 UK Budget introduced a series of significant changes impacting the manufacturing sector. For SMEs in equipment, device, and machinery manufacturing, rising employment costs are set to create fresh challenges. This article outlines the key budget points for manufacturing SMEs, the impact of these changes, and how investing in an MRP (Manufacturing Resource … Read more

Guide for Manufacturing Procurement: Strategies for Success in 2024

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As we all know, manufacturing is constantly evolving, and each year brings new risks and opportunities for business owners. Recent years have seen seismic changes in the sector wrought by global pandemics, financial crises, unprecedented political upheaval, and many other factors.  All of these factors have huge impacts on supply chains and costs. As things … Read more

What is Production Planning in Manufacturing?

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Production planning is the backbone of manufacturing, detailing exactly how a company’s products are made. It sets production targets, identifies the resources needed to meet those targets, and provides a clear schedule. Together, these elements create a roadmap for turning raw materials into finished products. A well-designed production plan is essential for manufacturing success. It … Read more

Maximising Supplier Performance: A Guide for SME Manufacturers

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In the competitive device and equipment manufacturing landscape, efficient procurement is crucial for maintaining smooth operations and ensuring profitability. For SME manufacturers, particularly those in the device, equipment, and machinery sectors, the performance of suppliers plays a significant role in overall business success. Poor supplier performance can lead to production delays, quality problems, increased costs, … Read more

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