End-to-end digitalization software for apparatus and device manufacturing

With software for apparatus and device manufacturing seamlessly integrated into Microsoft Dynamics 365, you can manage costs, capacity, and schedules with cross-department costing, change management, and visual production planning.

Future-ready industry solution for complex variant and change processes

Rising costs, extensive product variants, and complex manufacturing processes define apparatus and device manufacturing. What matters most is transparency and digital control across engineering, planning, and production. 

COSMO CONSULT provides tailored software for apparatus and device manufacturing, including ERP for variant manufacturing, precisely aligned with your requirements. Features such as product configuration, CAD integration, and flexible change management help keep your processes efficient, transparent, and traceable. 

With more than 25 years of experience and a close Microsoft partnership, you get scalable, future-ready software for device and apparatus manufacturing. Best-practice methods ensure a structured rollout for greater transparency, investment security, and long-term competitiveness. That gives you the flexibility to keep developing your business with confidence. 

How our industry software tackles key challenges in apparatus and device manufacturing

Your Challenge
Product Solution
Your Challenge
Increasing cost pressure and efficiency requirements
Product Solution
Process-optimized ERP solution: Industry-specific workflows, automated processes, and integrated costing help reduce costs and strengthen your competitive edge.
Your Challenge
Extensive product variants and complex manufacturing processes
Product Solution
Integrated CPQ and engineering processes: Our solution supports lot size one, variant management, and smooth order processing from sales through production.
Your Challenge
Lack of integration across IT systems and siloed solutions
Product Solution
End-to-end integration: Microsoft Dynamics 365 and COSMO CONSULT connect ERP, CAD, PLM, and production planning to create consistent data flows and reduce errors.
Your Challenge
Fast response to market changes and customer requirements
Product Solution
Flexible change management: Changes can be implemented quickly and with control across existing processes, from order entry to manufacturing.
Your Challenge
Lack of transparency and limited decision-making data
Product Solution
Power BI dashboards: Industry-specific analytics give you up-to-date KPIs at any time for greater control and better decisions.
Your Challenge
Regulatory requirements and compliance
Product Solution
Compliance management: Our solution supports ISO standards, GDPdU, GoBD, and ESG directly in the ERP system to keep processes secure and compliant.

Our apparatus and device manufacturing expertise in numbers

25+

years of experience in apparatus and device manufacturing

100+

successful projects in discrete manufacturing

3500+

users in industry-specific ERP solutions

How we support apparatus and device manufacturing across the entire value chain

Sales & quoting
Engineering & product development
Purchasing & Materials Management
Production & Manufacturing
Quality Management
Logistics & Shipping
Service & After Sales
Management & Controlling
Sustainability & Compliance

Sales & quoting

Product configuration and CPQ integration 

Automated quote generation 

Stay ahead with AI in device and apparatus manufacturing

Artificial intelligence is transforming device and apparatus manufacturing from the ground up. With Microsoft Dynamics 365 and COSMO CONSULT, you benefit from intelligent Copilot agents, automated Power BI analytics, and practical use cases. In day-to-day work, you can rely on capabilities such as AI-powered product configuration and project radar. 

By integrating AI into your ERP solution, you automate processes, reduce errors, and open up new business models. You stay competitive and can focus on your core business. Our experts provide tailored guidance and show you how to make the most of AI. 

Cloud ERP for flexibility and scalability

Scalable infrastructure for device and apparatus manufacturing

Growth needs IT that can keep up without slowing you down. With COSMO CONSULT cloud ERP solutions based on Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, you stay flexible and scalable. You can quickly and easily add new users, locations, or applications as needed. The cloud infrastructure supports investment security and simple upgrades and is available as a public or private cloud.

Maximum data security and availability

Data security is especially critical in device and apparatus manufacturing. Our software for apparatus and device manufacturing meets strict standards and is certified according to European requirements. You retain full control over your data and benefit from reliable support and regular updates.

Digital twins and IoT for full process visibility

Make better use of IoT data

Digital twins and IoT integration create full transparency across your processes. You monitor equipment in real time and identify optimization opportunities early, which can significantly reduce downtime.

Meet EU requirements

COSMO CONSULT provides tools that can help you prepare for new EU requirements such as the digital product passport and the EU Data Act. Our solutions support compliance and reporting.

Industry-specific integration from CAD and PLM to shop floor planning

  • CAD integration: Transfer drawings and bills of materials directly into ERP
  • PLM integration: Secure management and fast changes
  • Shop floor control: Manage takt-based production and sequencing with flexibility
  • Specialized solutions: Connect warehouse management and third-party applications 

Sustainability and ESG in device and apparatus manufacturing

Sustainability has become a competitive factor in device and apparatus manufacturing. COSMO CONSULT helps you implement environmental management based on ISO 14001 and meet EU-compliant reporting requirements. Your ERP system becomes the single point of truth for all sustainability data, supporting efficient reporting and compliance. 

Our solutions help you reliably meet regulatory requirements while developing new, sustainable business models. With practical guidance and proven tools, we work with you as a partner to help position your company for what comes next. 

We're proud of this: equipment manufacturers who rely on us

Current awards

6x Microsoft Solutions Partner
Awarded Microsoft's highest partner award in all categories.

6x Microsoft Solutions Partner

Awarded Microsoft's highest partner award in all categories.

Among the top 1% of partners worldwide every year since 2014.

Microsoft Dynamics Inner Circle

Among the top 1% of partners worldwide every year since 2014.

Among the top 0.4% of all employers in Germany.

Top employer

Among the top 0.4% of all employers in Germany.

Frequently Asked Questions

Your Expert in Software for Apparatus and Equipment Manufacturing

Michael Hering is your contact for device and apparatus manufacturing. With more than 30 years of industry, IT, and market experience, including over 20 years at COSMO CONSULT, he knows the industry's challenges inside out. His focus is on tailored solutions that drive customer success. Reach out to him, he looks forward to connecting. 

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Michael Hering

Industry Manager, Discrete Manufacturing

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