Software for print and packaging with on-time delivery and full visibility
COSMO CONSULT software solutions for the packaging industry and packaging print connect sales, planning, and the shopfloor on one powerful platform, so you can quote delivery dates with confidence.
Spotlight: COSMO Print and Packaging
A new perspective for a changing packaging industry
High product variability, shrinking batch sizes, and intense price pressure are putting a real strain on the print and packaging industry. Quotes need to be fast and accurate, margins need to hold, and customers still expect reliable delivery dates and complete documentation.
That's exactly where our software for the print and packaging industry comes in. Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance and Supply Chain Management maps your processes end-to-end, from quoting and prepress through production and delivery. Features like quick quoting, a product cockpit, and combined orders make even complex products transparent and manageable.
Improve resource utilization, make better decisions based on reliable data, and build a future-ready foundation for AI-powered scenarios and international rollouts.
Complex Challenges. Thoughtful Solutions.
Data-driven planning and shopfloor visibility
The quality of your planning directly impacts capacity utilization and on-time delivery. Graphical planning boards, a cutting cockpit, and real-time MES data show you which machines are available and how to group jobs for maximum efficiency. The result: shorter setup times, fewer bottlenecks, and better use of your available capacity.
Act on insights, not instinct
Machine terminals and WIP visibility provide clear insights into good/scrap quantities, disruptions, and downtime. Deviations are detected early allowing you to take action before delivery deadlines are at risk. Production analytics powered by Microsoft Power BI puts the right KPIs in front of production managers and leadership. Combined with Copilot, you run your print and packaging operations on facts, and build the foundation for AI-driven optimization.
Combined orders – cost-efficient small batch production
More efficiency at lower volumes
Short runs and frequent design changes are a daily reality in the packaging industry, and a constant profitability challenge. The COSMO industry solution supports combination orders, letting you group similar products at the sheet or roll level. Setup times drop, material utilization improves, and cost allocation stays transparent at the individual job level. This makes even short runs profitable.
Transparent costs and reliable margins
Our software solutions for the packaging industry and packaging print give you a clear view of which costs are assigned each product, at all times. Automatic unit conversion, WIP visibility, and post-costing in the ERP create a solid foundation for pricing negotiations. Rapid costing and the product cockpit tie it all together into a seamless process, from the first inquiry to post-production analysis.
Sustainability, waste reduction, and the circular economy in focus
Cut waste and conserve resources
Sustainability is no longer just a principle in the packaging industry; it's a competitive advantage. Our solution captures good output, scrap, and waste quantities directly on the shopfloor. Transparent KPIs reveal where losses occur and which machines, materials, or designs are most affected. That gives you the insights you need to stabilize processes and use materials more efficiently.
A data foundation for the circular economy
Built on Microsoft Dynamics 365 and Power BI, you can consolidate production and material data into a consistent foundation for more sustainable operations. WIP visibility, combined orders, and predictive maintenance help reduce consumption and ensure more stable processes. Your ERP stops being just a billing tool and becomes a strategic instrument for sustainable value creation.
Cloud, One Version, and international rollouts
With the One Version strategy in Microsoft Dynamics 365, your system stays up to date with the latest technology, without the need for disruptive migration projects. Built-in multi-site and multi-entity capabilities make it easy to standardize processes across borders, making it ideal for internationally operating packaging groups.
Less IT overhead, more room for innovation
Running in the cloud reduces your on-premises infrastructure while ensuring consistent governance, security, and compliance. It also gives you a future-ready platform for AI applications, IoT connectivity, and innovative digital services across all your production sites.
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