Distributed Manufacturing

The goal of this library is to provide examples of existing distributed manufacturing networks as well as the digital marketplaces. Analysis their business model and unique characteristics, then connect it back to archetypes that we developed in order to validate practical value of the archetypes.

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Description
Expand3D Control Systems – Additive Manufacturing Workflow Software Powered by AI. End-to-end solution for manufacturing: MES + PLM + ERP + QMS + CRM””. The platform’s A-Z production process monitoring enables both the buyer and its suppliers to track the progress and get alerted in case anything goes wrong. The platform has got API, so it can be integrated with a marketplace, possibly as the iframe view.
ExpandProvide the CMS with multiple extensions allowing to create a customised marketplace as a puzzle.
ExpandTurnkey solution with track record of the following marketplace features.
ExpandTurnkey solution which uses no-code framework Bubble and modular development process (non-existent plugins can be developed and easily integrated in the Bubble.io environment). Scoping (1 week) ->Development (1-5 weeks) -> Review (1 week) -> Support (ongoing). Potential features. According to their representative, everything imaginable is doable but I perceive airdev just like a dev freelancer for marketplaces.
ExpandCan possible be configured to the “1 buyer – many suppliers” network.
ExpandProviders the production control and monitoring.
ExpandHuge site builder where you can create and customised thru templates and install available plug-ins. I have some doubts whether something like a matching tool can be integrated thru the API because it seems like the API doesn’t support it.
ExpandAlthough initially Bubble offers a limited set of plugins, new plugins can be developed and integrated easily.
ExpandTurnkey solution implying the outsourced development using the Build-Measure-Learn cycle, with track record of developing marketplace functionality.
ExpandTurnkey solution with the 4-step approach: Ideation -> Design -> Development -> Feedback loop & Maintenance. Hosting services are also offered.
ExpandProvides access to customisable templates and offers analytics and admin dashboards for admins and vendors. Including simple stock control, order managemeent, payment etc.
ExpandSolution for companies to digitalise their logistics and communicate with carriers within the collaborative environment
ExpandPotentially, too narrow list of extensions. However, free community version allowing for flexible and customised in-house development.
ExpandSolution for huge corporates to digitalise their supply chain creating its digital twin. The digital twin implies near real-time monitoring of production and logistics processes, hence enabling quick response and preventive actions. Buyers can both add their own suppliers and search through the suppliers within the e2open platform.
ExpandThe main issue might be the pricing which is per user implying the internal usage of Katana rather than integrating it within a marketplace.
ExpandLogistics and inventory management automation software also providing a solution for end-to-end recycling.
ExpandLogistics and inventory management automation, similar to Kinaxis.
ExpandThe order production and delivery monitoring can happen here – the software providers the track & trace using IoT devices, plus production statuses.
ExpandSaaS enabling easy production control and monitoring as well as inventory management and procurement. Full feature list is here.
ExpandComprehensive set of tools for DM marketplace development including MRP. The main issue is the pricing which comes per user implying internal application of Odoo MRP. This can be either negotiated with Odoo or free community version can be used for flexible in-house development.
ExpandOnline payment provider.
ExpandProvides RFQ based of CAD files.
ExpandThe multi-vendor add-on enables the marketplace, and then the add-ons store can be used to integrate payment, logistics, ERP and inventory management add-ons.
ExpandProject management plugin which can be configured for the production monitoring and supply chain visibility using Task lists, Kanban board and Gantt chart.
ExpandProvides payment and invoicing functionality.
ExpandLogistics solution providing delivery and its monitoring.
ExpandProvides payment and invoicing functionality.
ExpandMarketplace can apply the tool to assess incoming suppliers and differentiate them by, for example, their agility.
ExpandAllows to build a marletplace from existing templates as well as to customise it with some JavaScript and CSS. The Payment System comes integrated: Stripe & PayPal, and the customisable version include the API. In case of the customisable option, the front-end will need to be hosted separately, otherwise Sharetrade also providers the hosting. Reverse marketplace functionality is only available within the customised plan. If a developer needed, Sharetrade helps find it on separate costs.
ExpandProvides the access to proprietary libraries and APIs involving multiple integrations to develop customised marketplace. The development outsourcing is also possible at a separate quote.More of an eCommerce CMS.
ExpandTurnkey solution implying the outsourced development consisting of 4 stages: establishing KPIs (3 sessions over 4-6 weeks) -> developing marketplace processes map (1-2 weeks) -> prototyping (1-2 weeks) -> development of the final solution )depends on the project scale).
ExpandOnline payment provider.
ExpandProvides white-labelled marketplace platform which can be then integrated with other modules.
ExpandAlthough the plugins library is smaller than in WordPress, there is an ease to submit own plugin if necessary. Hence, theoretically, anything can be developed using webflow.
ExpandCan find and get together multiple plugins with accordance to the marketplace requirements.
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Marketplace platform No Yes No No No No Yes Yes No No Yes No Yes No No No No No No Yes No No Yes No No No No No Yes Yes No No Yes Yes Yes
Supplier search No Yes No No No No Yes Yes No No Yes No Yes Yes No No No No No Yes No No Yes No No No No No Yes Yes No No Yes Yes Yes
Tenders No Yes No No No No No No No No No No No Yes No No No No No No No No Yes No No No No No No No No No Yes No Yes
Buyer-Supplier negotiation tool No No No No No No No No No No No No No Yes No No No No No No No No No No No No No No No No No No Yes No Yes
Supplier readiness level No No No No No No No No No No No No No Yes No No No No No No No No No No No No No Yes No No No No No No No
RFQ No No No No No No No No No No No No No Yes No No No No No No No Yes No No No No No No No No No No No No No
BOM No No No No No No No No No No No No No Yes No No No No No No No Yes No No No No No No No No No No No No No
Project space No No No No No No No No No No No Yes No Yes No No No No No No No No No Yes No No No No No No No No No No Yes
Production monitoring Yes No No No Yes Yes No No No No No No No Yes Yes No No Yes Yes Yes No No Yes Yes No No No No No No No No No No No
Logistics No Yes No No No No Yes No No No No Yes Yes Yes No Yes Yes No No Yes No No Yes No No Yes No No No No No No No Yes Yes
Invoicing No No No No No No No No No No No Yes No Yes No No No No No Yes No No No No Yes No Yes No No No No No No No No
Online payment No Yes No No No No Yes Yes No No Yes No Yes Yes No No No No No Yes Yes No Yes No Yes No Yes No Yes Yes No Yes No Yes Yes

Ikea

Industry Furniture
Country Sweden
Localization Home
Customization [1] MC
Distributed Ownership [2] Yes
Distributed Knowledge Yes
Distributed Structure Yes
Business Model Cost leadership

Vistoe

Industry Furniture
Country UK
Localization Regional
Customization [1] MC, BF
Distributed Ownership [2] Yes
Distributed Knowledge No
Distributed Structure Yes
Business Model Premium, Mass customization

Unto This Last

Industry Furniture
Country UK
Localization Regional
Customization [1] BF
Distributed Ownership [2] No
Distributed Knowledge Yes
Distributed Structure Yes
Business Model Premium, Mass customization

Made.com

Industry Furniture
Country UK
Localization Regional Community
Customization [1] MC, PF, MF
Distributed Ownership [2] No
Distributed Knowledge Yes
Distributed Structure Yes
Business Model Mass customization

OpenDesk

Industry Furniture
Country UK
Localization Community
Customization [1] MC
Distributed Ownership [2] No
Distributed Knowledge Yes
Distributed Structure Yes
Business Model Aggregation, Agora, Brokerage

Naked Wines

Industry Food
Country UK
Localization Community
Customization [1] N/A
Distributed Ownership [2] Yes
Distributed Knowledge Yes
Distributed Structure Yes
Business Model Disintermediation, Cost leadership

Graze

Industry Food
Country UK
Localization Regional
Customization [1] MC, BF, PF, MF
Distributed Ownership [2] Yes
Distributed Knowledge Yes
Distributed Structure Yes
Business Model Mass customization

MyMuesli

Industry Food
Country UK
Localization Regional Community
Customization [1] MC, BF, PF, MF
Distributed Ownership [2] Yes
Distributed Knowledge Yes
Distributed Structure Yes
Business Model Mass customization

Mud Jeans

Industry Apparel
Country Netherland
Localization Regional
Customization [1] N/A
Distributed Ownership [2] Yes
Distributed Knowledge No
Distributed Structure Yes
Business Model Lending / renting / Leasing / Subscription

Wiki House

Industry Manufacturing
Country UK
Localization Community
Customization [1] MC, BF, PF, MF
Distributed Ownership [2] Yes
Distributed Knowledge Yes
Distributed Structure Yes
Business Model Open Source, Brokerage, User designed

Open Bionics

Industry Medical Equipment
Country UK
Localization Regional Community
Customization [1] MC, BF
Distributed Ownership [2] Yes
Distributed Knowledge Yes
Distributed Structure Yes
Business Model Open Source, Brokerage

L’Atelier Paysan

Industry Agriculture
Country UK
Localization Regional Community
Customization [1] MC, BF, PF, MF
Distributed Ownership [2] Yes
Distributed Knowledge Yes
Distributed Structure Yes
Business Model Open Source, Brokerage, User designed

MyMiniFactory

Industry Manufacturing
Country UK
Localization Home
Customization [1] PF, MF
Distributed Ownership [2] Yes
Distributed Knowledge Yes
Distributed Structure Yes
Business Model Open Source, Brokerage, User designed

Farm Hack

Industry Agriculture
Country UK
Localization Community
Customization [1] MC, BF, PF, MF
Distributed Ownership [2] Yes
Distributed Knowledge Yes
Distributed Structure Yes
Business Model Open Source, Brokerage, User designed