23 April 2024

ImFactory and PlanetTogether Strategically Partner for Better Production Planning and Scheduling  

News ImFactory and PlanetTogether Strategically Partner for Better Production Planning and Scheduling  
23 April 2024

Since March 2024, ImFactory has entered into a distribution agreement with PlanetTogether, broadening its portfolio to include Advanced Planning and Scheduling (APS) solutions. 

The adoption of Advanced Planning and Scheduling tools is a significant leap in the digital transformation journey of factories and manufacturing plants. The partnership agreement between ImFactory and PlanetTogether issued in March 2024 provides an invaluable opportunity for clients to achieve streamlined, spreadsheet-free production planning. 

This collaboration between ImFactory and PlanetTogether answers the increasing demand for efficient manufacturing management tools, emphasizing the crucial role of scheduling in enterprise management. Scheduling not only ensures optimal utilization of a company’s most valuable resources, such as means of production, but also impacts material and inventory management costs. With the complexity and dynamism of modern production, traditional spreadsheets and ERP-generated plans are becoming increasingly ineffective. 

Artur Masłowski, Partner at ImFactory overseeing the collaboration with PlanetTogether, emphasizes: 

Advanced Planning and Scheduling (APS) stand out for their swift operation and extensive optimization capabilities, facilitating rapid and efficient production planning and material consumption. Our partnership with PlanetTogether grants us access to a powerful APS tool, capable not only of digitizing scheduling processes but also enabling scenario analysis through Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). This is essential for accurately forecasting business performance and dynamically responding to market shifts. 

Tim Conlon, PlanetTogether‘s Regional Director for the EMEA region, also underlines the importance of the new partnership: 

We are happy to have ImFactory AVEVA MES Competence Center represent us in Poland and Central Europe. As a leading supplier of advanced systems for digitalization of production, ImFactory brings rich experience to our partnership, ensuring swift and competent implementation of our Advanced Planning and Scheduling solutions. Operating in a region that is still undergoing digitalization, ImFactory will play a crucial role in supporting our development strategy in Europe and beyond. 

It is worth mentioning that AVEVA, a global leader in industrial software, represented in Poland and CEE by ImFactory in MES solutions, has incorporated PlanetTogether into its portfolio, demonstrating confidence in the high quality of products and services offered by PlanetTogether. 

PlanetTogether offers rapid implementation and intuitive use of its Advanced Planning and Scheduling system for the industry. This solution automates schedule generation, calculates their impact on KPIs, and eliminates production constraints. Through seamless integration with ERP and MES systems, PlanetTogether facilitates the creation of realistic plans based on current customer demand, actual plant capacity, and material availability. This APS tool ensures optimal scheduling considering both business KPIs and operational capabilities. 

About PlanetTogether  

PlanetTogether assists manufacturers in managing orders, efficiency, and inventory with state-of-the-art tools for production planning automation. With its top-rated software for schedule optimization, manufacturing companies can significantly improve on-time delivery, shop-floor efficiency, inventory turns, and schedule effectiveness. For more information, visit www.planettogether.com. 

About ImFactory 

Improvement Factory Sp. z o. o. [abbreviated as ImFactory] is a subsidiary of the ASTOR Group, established on the foundation of an internal competence center, MES Solutions by ASTOR, specializing in Manufacturing Execution Systems. ImFactory supplies Central IT Systems for manufacturing, encompassing Manufacturing Execution System (MES), Advance Planning and Scheduling (APS), and Enterprise Service Bus (ESB) for IT system integration. Since 2021, ImFactory has also served as the AVEVA MES Competence Center, actively contributing to the development of the MES market in Central and Eastern Europe.

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When Technology Meets Practice: ImFactory as a Partner of the AVEVA Digital Transformation Days 2026 

Intense networking, substantive case studies, and technologies that are genuinely transforming Polish industry – that is what this year’s AVEVA Digital Transformation Days was all about. The event, organized by AVEVA and ASTOR with support from partners, took place on June 8–9, 2026 in Warsaw. The conference gathered over 200 people – industry leaders and experts, as well as users of AVEVA solutions, who wanted to share their knowledge, practical experiences, and inspirations to genuinely advance Polish industry. As the event’s partner, ImFactory took an active part in co-creating the program through workshops and presentations of our clients’ practical experiences.  Events such as the AVEVA Digital Transformation Days show that digital transformation of industry is not only about technologies and systems. Increasingly, it is about drawing on conclusions and experiences from specific implementations and creating space for the exchange of knowledge among practitioners, says Grzegorz Fijałka, Partner|Business Development at ImFactory. This year’s discussions centered around AI, MES, and the FLEX model, whose growing presence in companies is seen as evidence of the market maturing toward subscription-based solutions. Many presentations showed that manufacturing companies are increasingly focused on building cohesive digital transformation strategies rather than pursuing one-off implementations, adds Jacek Daukszewicz, Head of the Implementation Department and Vice-President of the Board at ImFactory.The presentations covered a wide range of subjects: from industrial intelligence and AI, through digital twin, to modern approaches to operational process management. However, the focus of the program was not technology itself, but its practical application and the insights gained from real-world implementations. Among the speakers, there were many representatives of manufacturing companies, including DOVISTA Polska, VIGO Photonics, and Apator, who have successfully built their digital factories with ImFactory’s support. Their case studies illustrated digital transformation through the lens of real operational challenges.The second day focused on practical workshops. One of them was Planning Digital Transformation in Practice by ImFactory, addressed to industrial companies. The workshop was based on case studies from two manufacturing companies and took the form of a discussion between their representatives – Piotr Bielkiewicz from DOVISTA Polska and Marcin Ratajczyk from VIGO Photonics. The participants were able to learn how to choose between the Agile and Waterfall project management models, depending on the scale of the organization, process maturity level, and expected results. The workshop’s second part focused on estimating workloads and the involvement of teams in manufacturing companies when preparing MES concepts and specifications. An extremely important part of the event was the discussions – both during sessions and in the breaks between them, in a less formal atmosphere. Their common thread was the conviction that the success of digital transformation depends not only on technology, but above all on people, competencies, and the ability to leverage available data in daily work.   The AVEVA Digital Transformation Days 2026 proved once again the great value of meetings that connect technology suppliers, integrators, and end users. The exchange of experiences, open discussions, and presentations of proven solutions create a space where new ideas and development paths are born. 

18 Jun 2026
An Honest Take on Digital Transformation: Digital Factory Day 2026 

On May 12, 2026, the latest edition of Digital Factory Day took place in Warsaw, a forum for the exchange of experiences among manufacturing companies. This recurring event, organized by ImFactory, brings together manufacturing leaders and practitioners from various industries at different scales of operations. Its goal is the mutual exchange of knowledge, experiences, and inspirations.Digital transformation in manufacturing rarely looks the same as it does in conference presentations. It is shaped by everyday decisions, implementations, challenges, changing priorities, and the constant pursuit of optimal solutions. That is why, at Digital Factory Day, we place emphasis on practice, honest conversations, and the exchange of experiences among people who deal with these issues in their day-to-day decisions, says Grzegorz Fijałka, Partner | Business Development at ImFactory MES Competence Center. This year’s edition featured representatives of Apator, OSM Piątnica, BART, OnlyBio.life, Espersen, Modular System, and DOVISTA Polska, who chose to share their experiences in presentations. Additionally, Michał Zieliński from ImFactory presented a case study on the implementation of the Digital Transformation Roadmap at Bahlsen Polska. The presentations focused mainly on the topic of MES implementation – from preparation and planning, through the first steps, pilots, and integration, to the system’s daily functioning, long-term maintenance, and scaling. Particularly high praise was given to Apator’s presentation, which shared their experience from the preparation and first stages of MES implementation.  The speakers not only addressed successes, proven solutions, and achieved benefits, but also touched on mistakes, difficult decisions, and challenges that arise on the path to digital transformation. One of the most interesting threads in this context was preparing the organization for changes that are an inevitable part of implementing an IT system for production. The speakers presented examples of how to handle these changes, emphasizing the importance of the joint commitment of both the client’s entire team and the implementer, as well as the openness of the technology itself. Since both MES and APS systems affect numerous levels of the organization, which must continue operating smoothly during implementation, honest and candid accounts of this process proved invaluable to the participants.  During this year’s edition, there was noticeable interest in the topic of teams’ organization, relationships between them, and how to structure it all so that the transformation not only runs smoothly but also brings tangible benefits to people. Apart from the presentations and case studies, the conversations between sessions were equally important – often, it was there that the most specific questions, inspirations, and exchanges of experience emerged.   The event was attended not only by manufacturing companies but also by system suppliers – AVEVA, PlanetTogether, and Braincube – as well as a representative of the University of Lomza. There was also an opportunity to see the Agilox mobile robot, presented by ASTOR representatives in the context of smart intralogistics.   The attendees appreciated, above all, the high quality of content and the opportunity to see the real results and first-hand experiences of companies that had decided to digitalize their production.Digital Factory Day is a perfectly organized event that has created a space for valuable exchange of experiences, practical insights, and inspiring discussions on production digitalization. A great asset of the conference were the substantive presentations on the challenges and results of MES implementation, showcasing the practical approach and real experiences from projects, concludes Arkadiusz Włoch, Project Coordinator at BART Sp. z o.o. A very interesting event, especially for a first-time attendee. For a company in the process of MES implementation, participation gives an interesting picture of where you are and where you can be in the near future. The sessions arranged to reflect the chronology of implementation showcase ImFactory’s outstanding professionalism as a host. For those who haven’t attended yet, I strongly recommend taking part – whether as a speaker or as an active listener, says Kamil Wrzesiński, NS Continuous Improvement Manager at Espersen Poland. For me, the greatest value was the confirmation of the knowledge I already had, while also broadening it with new perspectives and a practical approach to the topics discussed, states Tomasz Masełko, Logistics and Digitalization Manager at OnlyBio.life S.A. What made this event exceptionally valuable was not technology demonstrations or product presentations, but honest conversations. The agenda focused almost exclusively on the clients’ experiences: insights from implementations, operational challenges, the realities of integration, and the actual problems that manufacturers face when modernizing their operations, observes Tim Conlon, Director, Global Partnerships at Planet Together. Among the multitude of conferences and webinars on production development and digitalization, it is key to identify those that actually bring value. Digital Factory Day is no place for marketing or promoting specific solutions. It is, however, a forum for sharing experiences of both successes and lessons learned from mistakes. The conference content consists of presentations of real projects by their actual participants. Its welcoming atmosphere enables attendees to interact directly with speakers and ask about crucial details on the spot. It is also an excellent place for benchmarking with other entities from the industry and beyond. All of this is rounded off by the opportunity to network with people involved in digitalization, states Tomasz Kubach, Project Manager – Digitalisation at Espersen Poland Sp. z o.o. The event shows how important it is, in the process of continuous improvement and digital transformation, to learn from practical, proven experiences. Equally crucial, however, are honest, candid conversations held in an open atmosphere – ones that help see challenges from a new perspective and seek the best solutions with mutual support. 

27 May 2026
Practice Over Theory: ImFactory at ASKx Conference 2026

ImFactory – as an AVEVA partner and AVEVA MES Competence Center CEE – took part in this year’s AVEVA Select KnowledgeXchange (ASKx), organized on March 17–18, 2026, in Malmö. Our participation encompassed both an Expo area presence and active involvement in the conference program.ASKx is a recurring event organized by AVEVA Select Scandinavia and partners, bringing together industry innovators, AVEVA users, and transformation leaders in the Nordic countries. It focuses on the practical aspects of digital change in the industry. Aligned with this spirit, ImFactory chose to present alongside its long-term client, DOVISTA.Piotr Bielkiewicz, Senior IT Manager at DOVISTA, and Jacek Daukszewicz, Vice-President of the Board and Head of the Implementation Department at ImFactory, appeared together on stage to talk about the practical approach to MES systems, presenting real-life project experience – from the business context, through implementation, to the results delivered. This kind of perspective, based on specific examples, responds to the market’s growing demand for proven implementation scenarios and measurable business results.“We believe that MES implementations are best understood through practice, which is why we decided to invite our long-term client, DOVISTA, to present their experience. This approach, based on real-life projects, shows the participants how theory can be translated into practice and used in day-to-day operations,” says Jacek Daukszewicz.At the same time, in the Expo area, ImFactory presented their competencies and off-the-shelf solutions to support clients in achieving tangible business results. More than anything, it was an opportunity to engage directly with attendees – learning about their views, needs, and the challenges they face in implementing and developing MES solutions in manufacturing facilities.The ASKx 2026 program was packed with innovative formats and engaging voices, focused largely on real operational challenges and practical experiences of companies implementing digital solutions in production. And all of this in the spirit of the “think big, start small” approach, which goes beyond ambitious visions and maps out how to bring them to life, one step at a time.ImFactory’s participation in the AVEVA Select KnowledgeXchange 2026 confirms the increasing role of implementation partners in building value around AVEVA solutions. It also emphasizes the importance of close collaboration with clients – based on real projects and measurable results. 

02 Apr 2026
Even Closer to the Digital Factory: ImFactory in Strategic Partnership with Braincube  

On October 8th, 2025, during the Go Beyond Summit conference in Paris, ImFactory signed a partnership agreement with Braincube – a global leader in AI-based Real-time Process Optimization platform. As a result, ImFactory became the official distributor of Braincube software in Poland.  Today’s industrial sector faces the need for continuous process improvement, ever-increasing efficiency, and flexible responses to frequent and often unpredictable market changes. In recent years, Polish manufacturing companies have made remarkable progress in this area. Many of them already leverage modern technologies such as MES, Historian, and SCADA. AI-based systems are the next step in this evolution. “We can see that the Polish market is ready for AI-based solutions such as Braincube. The Polish industrial sector is rapidly evolving, and many facilities already employ cutting-edge technologies. Moreover, young process engineers building their careers in the industry want to work with the best available tools,” says Laurent Laporte, CEO of Braincube.  Braincube is one such solution – a groundbreaking Real-Time Process Optimization (RTPO) platform. It addresses the needs of manufacturing companies that want to fully harness the potential of technologies and systems they already possess. These tools provide insight into the entire production process and ensure control. Braincube takes it a step further – integrating them into a single coherent structure and, through intelligent analytics, transforming data into tangible actions that drive continuous improvement. After all, productivity is the key that gives meaning to investments in modern technologies. “We believe that combining our expertise in digital transformation with Braincube’s technology will create exceptional value for the Polish industry,” says Grzegorz Purzycki, CEO of ImFactory.  Braincube employs advanced artificial intelligence and machine learning algorithms to identify areas for improvement. The solution is based on creating digital product clones to optimize efficiency, which differentiates it from traditional digital twins. Notably, RTPO focuses on improving product productivity rather than the productivity of the entire factory, which is a unique philosophy. Braincube adapts to changing goals and conditions, delivering precise analyses that directly translate into higher productivity, better quality, and reduced costs. The Braincube software aligns perfectly with ImFactory’s mission to deliver technologies that help companies continuously raise the bar – improving processes and striving for maximum productivity. Expanding ImFactory’s portfolio with a RTPO platform aligns with the strategy of strengthening its solutions ecosystem and opening up to larger-scale industrial projects.  “As Laurent Laporte emphasizes: “Our company was created by process engineers – for process engineers. As a team of experts in MES solutions, ImFactory perfectly understands industrial processes. And for us at Braincube, this is the foundation for building a strong position of our brand as a market leader in Poland and helping our clients enhance their global competitiveness. We are very excited about this partnership and look forward to supporting ImFactory throughout this process!”  And Grzegorz Purzycki adds:“This cooperation is not just a technological partnership – it is a shared mission to support companies on their journey toward intelligent manufacturing.”   About Braincube   Braincube is a French provider of advanced digital solutions designed to enhance operational efficiency. Its flagship product, the Real-Time Process Optimization (RTPO), is a comprehensive platform that helps manufacturers improve operational performance through real-time data utilization and AI-based analytics. The system integrates various data sources, from machines and operators to enterprise systems, offering a unified view of production processes.   About ImFactory Improvement Factory (abbreviated as ImFactory) is a subsidiary of the ASTOR Group, established on the foundation of an internal competence center specializing in Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES). Since 2021, ImFactory has served as the AVEVA MES Competence Center for Central and Eastern Europe. Its main objective is to support manufacturing companies on their path to Industry 4.0 by supplying specialized systems for manufacturing process improvement, such as Manufacturing Execution System (MES), Advance Planning and Scheduling (APS), and Enterprise Service Bus (ESB) for IT system integration. The company also offers a portfolio of proprietary solutions, consulting support, and assistance in developing a Roadmap, which constitutes the first step in Digital Transformation. 

28 Oct 2025
Information Security at the Highest Level: Improvement Factory Certified to ISO/IEC 27001 

We are proud to announce that Improvement Factory has received a certificate of compliance with the PN-EN ISO/IEC 27001:2023-08 standard, confirming adherence to the highest standards of information security. The certification was conducted by ISOCERT, an independent accrediting organization. This is not only a key milestone in the company’s development, but primarily a confirmation of the professionalism and top quality of ImFactory’s services. The ISO/IEC 27001 certificate is awarded to organizations that have successfully implemented and maintained an Information Security Management System (ISMS). An ISMS is a framework of policies, procedures, processes, and systems designed to ensure confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information. It safeguards sensitive information against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. In practice, this standard confirms that a company effectively protects data – both its own and entrusted by clients. “As a technology company supporting industry and production processes, we are fully aware of how critical data protection is – both in local environments and in cloud-based solutions, which are increasingly integral to modern factories”, says Szymon Klimkowski of ImFactory. ISO/IEC 27001 is the world’s best-known standard that defines the requirements for implementing, maintaining, and continually improving the Information Security Management System. The certification process involves a thorough analysis and audit of an organization’s IT systems, data security measures, and business processes. At ImFactory, certification covered all operations in the following areas: software development for production monitoring and management, software deployment, programming consulting.  “At ImFactory, we strongly believe in quality and responsibility. Achieving this certification is a natural consequence of our ongoing efforts, but it is also a commitment to further improve the systems, processes, and services we provide to our clients”, emphasizes Jacek Daukszewicz, Vice-President of the Board and Head of the Implementation Department at ImFactory. In the face of rising cybercrime and constantly emerging new threats, information security management becomes a cornerstone of responsible business operations. For both current and future clients of ImFactory, the ISO/IEC 27001 certificate serves as independent confirmation of high security, transparency, and full control over information flows. About the certificate: Certificate No.: 199011/C/1 Validity: 16.07.2025 – 15.07.2028 Issued by: ISOCERT sp. z o.o. 

11 Sep 2025
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