Forterro, a European provider of ERP software solutions, has acquired German start-up Prodaso, specializing in IoT and AI applications for manufacturing processes [2691db11]. Prodaso's flagship product, DeepPRO, creates a digital twin of the production hall, reducing downtime and waste [2691db11]. By integrating DeepPRO into Forterro's ERP solutions, customers can maximize productivity through transparency and real-time analysis [2691db11]. The acquisition allows Forterro to make their solutions smarter and enter the next era of production [2691db11]. Prodaso expects rapid market growth through Forterro's customer base and plans to combine their expertise to take DeepPRO to the next level [2691db11]. The integration of Prodaso technology with Forterro's solutions improves production planning and operational efficiency [2691db11]. The acquisition was seen as the ideal way for Prodaso to achieve its goals quickly and gain access to marketing, sales, and the European market [2691db11]. Forterro's regional president, Marcus Pannier, expressed excitement about the acquisition and the potential for giving customers a competitive edge in production [2691db11]. The benefits of the integration include improved resource efficiency, time and cost savings, quick optimization start, and higher quality [2691db11]. Prodaso's intelligent production planning automates the optimization of production schedules based on real-time information [2691db11]. The acquisition is expected to result in powerful innovations in APS software [2691db11].
In addition to the acquisition, the article mentions the formation of Hexagon's Production Software business and a strategic partnership between Waverley Cutting Tools and Tooling Intelligence [2691db11].