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They have knowledge about software and about doors & windows.

Ed de Groot
Kumij Windows & Doors

Understanding of things

Developing software for the window and facade industry requires more than software skills. "That's what I like about the makers of Opticalc: they understand window frames," says director Ed de Groot of Kumij in Groningen. The company has been using the Opticalc software for thirty years. "I'm guessing that we are just about the oldest customer using Opticalc," says De Groot. "From the start we were enthusiastic about the software. We only had one concern: the software was delivered and maintained by a very small company. That is exciting. What if something happens to one of the key people? But now Opticalc is supplied by Matrix Software. We have the best of both worlds: the whizzkids from that time are still behind the software. And with Matrix there is a robust, solid organization behind. "Opticalc automates all departments in both trading companies and production companies, such as Kumij, with one totally integrated solution. The company supports companies from quotation request up to and including financial reporting. It is a so-called open system, so that virtually every database can be used.

Knowledge

What De Groot really likes is that "the makers of Opticalc know what window frames and doors & windows are. I do not have to explain to a developer what a water slot is. He understands that right away and then asks me "And at what distance do you want to have the slots?" And that's how I am talking to a doors & window expert. "The director sometimes admits to other programs. "But our window frames are so specific, that did not fit into the framework of that software. Take the fact that our window frames rotate in and out - only Opticalc can handle it properly. "Kumij uses modules for design, calculation, work preparation and production. Precisely the integration of all these components offers advantages. "It makes production efficient, prevents mistakes and keeps costs down", says De Groot. It is also pleasant that the software can be integrated into other programs. "Opticalc is very user-friendly for our technically oriented employees. I understand that a layman can do very little with it, but anyone who understands window frames can read and write with it. "

Customization

Matrix Software currently provides for the connection of the software to AX Dynamics, the ERP system for which the Rollecate Group (which Kumij is part of) chose. In addition, Matrix cut the software when it comes to purchasing new machines. "We went around the table with the machine builder and Matrix. As a result, the software is precisely tailored to those machine lines. "De Groot is just as satisfied with Matrix as about the software. "It is organized tightly and customer-friendly. Also important: Matrix continues to invest in the software. This is necessary because our company and technology change continuously. And so we are looking for a partner that changes with us. "

About Kumij

Kumij is based in Groningen and is part of the Rollecate Group, a leading manufacturer of plastic frames, which supplies and installs its frames throughout the Netherlands. The high-quality plastic frames are used in renovation and new construction projects for housing corporations, contractors, architects and owners' associations. Kumij's flexible project organization has more than 120 employees and has more than 55 years of experience in providing customized solutions in the area of window frames. Attention is paid to profiling, detailing and construction, but also to building coordination, residents' information and delivery.