Building flexible solutions for smart manufacturing
Helmes develops custom software for manufacturing companies in diverse sectors. We build manufacturing planning systems, production workflow platforms, ERP integrations, data solutions, and traceability tools that help optimise operations from production to delivery, improving efficiency and sustainability.
Manufacturing software for real business needs
In manufacturing, one size rarely fits all. At Helmes, we help organisations improve efficiency and decision-making with custom platforms built around actual production and operational workflows. We connect fragmented systems and data into reliable digital ecosystems that deliver immediate value and create strong foundations for automation and AI adoption.
The next phase of manufacturing digitalisation
Manufacturing is entering a new phase of digital transformation shaped by advanced manufacturing and the Industry 5.0 vision of a more sustainable, resilient, and human-centric industry. AI has the potential to accelerate this shift, yet only 17% of manufacturing companies in the EU used AI in 2025, compared to 20% across all sectors.
Software solutions for manufacturing
Manufacturing execution systems and production platforms
Manufacturing planning and scheduling software
Real-time manufacturing data and reporting solutions
Quality management and production control systems
Supply chain, logistics and material tracking solutions
ERP implementation, modernisation and integration
Traceability and regulatory compliance systems
Product data management and Digital Product Passport readiness
Better traceability starts with better data
New regulations and emerging requirements such as the Digital Product Passport are raising expectations for traceability, supplier information, and product sustainability data. This highlights the need for smart, connected manufacturing systems based on strong data foundations – exactly the kind Helmes helps our clients build.
Our work in the manufacturing sector
Standardisation portal for Airbus
Helmes built a customised project management portal for Airbus that centralises documentation, reporting, and budget planning, helping global teams manage standardisation projects more efficiently and reduce manual work.
- 9/10 user feedback
- Used worldwide
Modernising retail operations across Europe
Helmes partnered with Kurt König Group to digitise sales, customer management, and internal operations, helping unify business processes, enable digital sales channels, and support scalable growth across four countries.
- 12K+ customers
- Used in 4 countries
Digital certificates for aerospace
Helmes built Cert-Trace®, a web platform that helps aerospace companies replace paper-based quality certifications with secure digital documents, improving efficiency, simplifying compliance, and enabling seamless data exchange across supply chains.
- Secure digital certificates
- Blockchain secure
Why manufacturing companies choose Helmes
Whether it’s a production scheduling platform, ERP modernisation project or a supply chain visibility solution, you can rely on us to deliver. We invest in our people to ensure continuity, deep domain expertise and reliable delivery for manufacturing companies operating in business-critical, data-heavy environments.
A proven track record in…
- …manufacturing planning, ERP implementation, production scheduling, logistics, traceability, and real-time reporting solutions
- Strong integration expertise across ERP, SAP, Oracle, production, logistics, quality, warehouse, SCADA, and business intelligence systems
- Long-term delivery teams that have worked together for 5+ years on manufacturing-sector projects
Specialised experts in…
- …rehauling and modernising legacy software
- The region’s largest AI & data team to support innovation and advanced reporting needs
- Service design team for launching new digital services successfully
- Strong expertise in sustainable software engineering
- Flexible collaboration models, from dedicated product teams to hybrid teams and consulting
Our experts in manufacturing solutions
Manufacturing software projects often involve multiple systems, operational constraints, and long-term process changes. Whether you’re modernising ERP systems, improving traceability, or building new production platforms, our experts can help you evaluate options and define the right next steps.
Main services for the manufacturing sector
As manufacturing companies move toward greater automation and AI-supported operations in search of efficiency, they also need to meet growing expectations for sustainability and traceability. This calls for smart, connected manufacturing systems adapted to real-life workflows.
We support end-to-end manufacturing software development.
You will be in good hands
Our customers consistently rate us as the best external software development partner. We achieve this through long-term collaboration, stable delivery teams, and deep domain knowledge.
Trusted by leading organisations across enterprise, government, and regulated industries, we support clients through development centres in Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, and Poland, with additional offices in Switzerland, Germany, India, Nigeria, the USA, and Uruguay.
Frequently asked questions
Do you integrate ERP, MES, SCADA, warehouse, and shop-floor systems?
Yes. We build secure integrations between ERP, MES, SCADA, warehouse, logistics, quality, production, and business intelligence systems.
Do you help manufacturers implement AI solutions?
Yes. We help build the data foundations, integrations, and applications needed for successful AI adoption in areas such as production planning, forecasting, predictive maintenance, quality control, and resource optimisation.
Can you help manufacturers prepare for the Digital Product Passport requirements?
Yes. We can help connect the product and sustainability data across systems to support Digital Product Passport readiness and improve traceability and reporting
Can Helmes modernise legacy manufacturing systems?
Yes. We modernise legacy systems through a gradual, controlled approach that improves performance and scalability while keeping critical operations running.
How do you support cybersecurity in connected manufacturing environments?
We design secure, resilient software architectures for connected manufacturing systems, helping protect data flows between ERP, MES, SCADA, cloud platforms, production systems, and business applications.
How does cooperation typically start?
Usually with a discovery discussion where we analyse your current systems and define the best approach to move forward.