For years,machining workshops have been trapped in manual processes, dependent on spreadsheets, phone calls, and a heavy administrative workload. But this is changing rapidly. The new generation of digital tools is transforming how workshops manage their operations. Three pillars are driving this evolution:automatic quotations, full traceability, and r eal-time control of resources and processes.
This shift not only improves efficiency but also opens the door to a new way of working—smarter, more connected, and more adaptable.Machining workshops that anticipate this technological evolution will be better positioned to attract new customers, reduce costs, and respond quickly to market demand. The future is no longer a distant promise; it is a reality being built day by day through strategic decisions.
The traditional process of generating quotations is time-consuming: reviewing CAD files, calculating volumes, estimating work phases, searching for updated prices of materials and treatments...
Today,software for machining workshops—such as specialized SaaS solutions—allows this process to be automated. From a 3D file (STEP or STL), the system can:
This allows workshops to respond to customers within minutes, increase conversion rates, and free up the technical team’s time for higher-value tasks.
Traceability is no longer just a quality requirement or a competitive advantage; it is essential for continuous improvement. With new digital tools, every step of the process is recorded:
This makes it possible to detect bottlenecks, justify deviations, and learn from each project. It also helps meet standards such as ISO 9001 or specific requirements from sectors like aerospace or medical.
Machining workshops that adopt these technologies will not only reduce time and errors, but also gain competitiveness, margin, and the ability to adapt to a constantly evolving market. The good news is that these tools already exist, are accessible, and are easy to implement.
This is not a technological transformation reserved for large corporations, but real, scalable solutions that any workshop can apply. Digitizing quoting, traceability, and operational control is a solid step toward a more profitable, more predictable business model that is better prepared for the challenges ahead.
In this new context,Fabriqer emerges as a SaaS solution designed specifically to streamline technical quoting in machining workshops. Unlike traditional ERPs,Fabriqer does not aim to manage everything; instead, it focuses on what truly consumes time and creates bottlenecks: generating quotations and preparing everything prior to production.
With its automatic 3D file analysis, guided material selection, phase calculation, and instant quotation generation, Fabriqer enables workshops to respond within minutes and with maximum accuracy. In addition, its ability to maintain a part history, suggest prices based on previous data, and export directly to other systems makes it a key tool for moving toward digital, efficient machining.
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