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Assemblified is a solid Shopify BOM app for managing kits and bundles. But if you're a maker who produces finished goods from raw materials, you'll hit its limits fast. Here's what to look for instead.
MRP software isn't one-size-fits-all. Handmade and small-batch manufacturers need different things than factories with 200 employees. Here's an honest breakdown of the best options.
ERP, MRP, inventory-only — the options are confusing. Here's a practical framework for evaluating manufacturing software when you're a small-batch maker, not a factory.
You've decided to leave Katana. Good. Here's exactly how to get your data out, get set up in Craftybase, and what to expect when you make the switch — including the honest bit about what you'll lose.
Inventory software built for retail counts widgets. Small manufacturers need something different — raw material tracking, COGS calculation, and production-aware stock. Here are the best options in 2026.
Let's deep dive into exactly what manufacturing software is all about, and how it can make your small maker business make more money
Comparing the 7 best manufacturing software options for small businesses in 2026, including current pricing, honest limitations, and what makers actually need from an MRP system.
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