MMT Chat: Custom Manufacturing Meets Flexible Workflow Solution

VanRee shares how they discovered High Gear, a no-code workflow automation platform, at a local manufacturing trade show. "I remember walking away thinking there had to be a catch," VanRee says. "But the more we talked with them, we realized this could address a longstanding gap in our operations."

What makes this platform useful for them is its adaptability. Unlike standard systems built for repetitive production, it enables custom manufacturers to design workflows that suit their specific processes. It doesn't require programming knowledge - with training from the company, team members who understand their business operations can configure the system.

Their implementation process took approximately 4-5 months. Rather than starting with a small project as recommended, they decided to replace their main job management system all at once, which they don't regret.

The results were positive. Employees adapted to the system quickly, with everyone operational within days. This smooth transition happened because they developed the system around their team's actual work patterns and involved staff in the design process from the beginning. When adjustments are needed, they can make changes promptly.

The conversation concludes with straightforward advice: maintain curiosity and explore beyond your immediate environment. "That's how you find solutions," VanRee says. Their attendance at a trade show led them to a system that improved their operations—showing the value of keeping an open perspective.

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