ConfiCreate is a company dedicated to helping customers, who want to use DriveWorks but don’t have the time or resources, to automate their business processes by using DriveWorks.
ConfiCreate was founded by Simone Mulder, Certified DriveWorks Professional with a variety of experience using DriveWorks. Find out more about Simone and her background in SOLIDWORKS and DriveWorks below.
“I started working as an engineer a Dutch company that produces customized hinges. My job was to make 3D-drawings of hinges in SOLIDWORKS.”
“After a while, my supervisor told me the company was thinking of using DriveWorks to automate the engineering process. We followed a training program in DriveWorks Solo and I knew this was exactly what I wanted to do for the company. I asked my supervisor if I could take care of the implementation and so I automated about 90% of the engineering process.”
“Later I started working for Cadmes, a Dutch SOLIDWORKS reseller. My job there was to deliver training and provide support for SOLIDWORKS. When Cadmes also become a DriveWorks reseller, I was really excited because I liked working with DriveWorks in the past so much.”
“Whilst working at Cadmes I visited the DriveWorks offices in the UK with 2 colleagues to sit the DriveWorks Pro training and certification and become a Certified DriveWorks Professional (CDWP).”
“Cadmes gave me the opportunity to keep on expanding my DriveWorks knowledge by creating demos, proof of concepts and I also built a BBQ skewer configurator to show what’s possible with DriveWorks.”
We are pleased to have ConfiCreate on board as an Authorized DriveWorks Services Partner. Find out more at conficreate.nl
We are a software development company, creating innovative, rules-based software used for automating manufacturing design and business processes, online product configurators and 3D CPQ.
We have a global customer base and are proud to have achieved awards for what we do.
So what’s it like to be a part of the DriveWorks team?
Culture is very important to us. We pride ourselves on having good work/life balance and one of our company mottos is Work Hard, Play Hard.
On a weekly basis we enjoy playing pool and X-box at lunch time, badminton after work and even fish and chip Fridays!
There’s also our end of months drinks, summer and christmas parties, our annual bake sale and much more to look forward too!
We are a team of enthusiastic developers, creatives, marketers, tech geeks, and engineers. We create award winning Design Automation and CPQ software used by manufacturing companies across the world.
From the outset, weve been committed to innovation. We are a SOLIDWORKS 3D CAD Certified Gold Partner and Microsoft Development Partner. We areagile and responsiveto ever-changing market opportunities and our teams development roadmap embraces Cloud Computing, Artificial Intelligence and Virtual Reality.
Companies using DriveWorks range from SMEs to multi-nationals and globally recognised brands. With anestablished worldwide network of over 100 Value Added Resellers who provide local sales, training and support. On a daily basis we are supporting this channel with regular visits, training and marketing materials to ensure consistent quality.
We are a veryfriendly teamand really enjoy meeting people. We like to listen. We love to find out from the people we meet what they want to be able to do and we like to discuss with them how automation can improve their own jobs/companys competitive position.
We are committed to developing our people and having fun! Gain valuable experience in a technology-led environment and hone your communication skills. Well help you study for relevant academic and professional qualifications too.
Investing in the team is part of our DNA and weve proved our commitment by earning ourInvestors in People Silver Award, ranking us amongst the best when it comes to people development and management.
Were also proud to have received twoQueens Awards for Enterprise, and two High Sheriff of Cheshire Awards recognising our hard work and dedication toInnovationandInternational Trade.
Our hard work and expertise is what makes us the leading design automation and sales configurator choice for manufacturing.
Above all we love what we do and we are here to create great software that provides real value to our customers.
Were always on the lookout for talented people to join our team.Attitude, Aptitude, and Ability are all really important to us.
Ifyou would like to work in a challenging and fun environment, where youre contributing to the future of our award winning software and team, send us your CV or LinkedIn profileby email.
Be sure to tell us why youreinterested and what you could do as a member of our team.
We look forward to hearing from you!
WeatherGuard are using DriveWorks software, not just as an engineering automation tool, but to drive sales and also generate more revenue than ever before.
WEATHER GUARD, a WernerCo brand, is an industry leader in truck and van storage equipment, including truck boxes, drawer units, shelving, cabinets, and racks for trucks, vans and utility vehicles. Their products allow for more oragnized trucks and vans for greater productivity, whilst providing superior protection against break-ins and weather.
Previously, WEATHER GUARD’S customers would visit their site searching forvan products.Using a 2D configurator they would determinethe right fit and customized combination of products.
However, this solution wasnt keeping pace with users requirements. Adding new vehicles and van products to the system became difficult to update.
There was a huge void in the market and we wanted to fill the gap.
– Stacy Gardella, Vice President of Brand Marketing, WernerCo
The number one priority for WEATHER GUARD was that the configurator had to be 3D in order to provide an extremely realistic view of an installed van product package.
Secondly, long-term sustainability was a must.
It was also essential that the solution was developed in a way that integrated with other business systems.
Specifically, WEATHER GUARD wanted to be able to leverage data within their Product Information Management (PIM) system, allowing seamless additions of new SKUs or vehicles.
We were after longevity and ease of use while bringing an intuitive and engaging experience to end users.
– Pete Robinson, Manager of Engineering Systems with WernerCo
WEATHER GUARD was then introduced to DriveWorks Pro at SOLIDWORKS World. They reached out to DriveWorks reseller,Fisher Unitech.
Fisher Unitech showed them the DriveWorks custom trailer configurator example, giving Werner insight into what was possible with its end-users vans.
What I knew of DriveWorks was that it was a CAD automation system. But, once we started exploring the product, it became very obvious that it could do much more reaching into our existing business systems to reuse data that could change how we connect with end-users and distributors to drive more sales.
– Pete Robinson, Manager of Engineering Systems with WernerCo
WEATHER GUARD developed a Proof of Concept to demonstrate the ability of DriveWorks software to their key stakeholders. They also began brainstorming ideas that could be deployed in several phrases.
Fisher Unitech and WEATHER GUARD also visited one of the companys largest distributors, touring the facility to see van installations. During this visit, it became clear that while it was critical to provide a 3D customization experience, the system needed to serve as a lead generation tool dramatically reducing lead and engineering time to boost sales.
“The most important part of the week was the focus on scoping the project, and gaining consensus about what we were going to deliver. Fisher Unitech helped facilitate that discussion and did an excellent job of setting expectations and helping to develop a very detailed scope document with priorities for phase one.Fisher Unitech stood apart for the companys willingness to teach us how to fish, giving us the tools, support, and knowledge to manage the system on our own.
– Pete Robinson, Manager of Engineering Systems with WernerCo
With WEATHER GUARDs previous 2D configurator, a user-submitted configuration would take up to three days to be assigned to a distributor. However, distributor feedback revealed that not acting on leads within the first four to eight hours can mean lost business.
WEATHER GUARD wanted to be able to send referrals to distributors immediately, creating a viable lead pool to close more deals.
As a result of using DriveWorks, requests are now immediately sent to a distributor for follow up, and the company has gained visibility into the complete lead lifecycle. The opportunity is captured in Salesforce, allowing WEATHER GUARD to track status all the way through to close, accurately capturing sales dollars.
The speed of DriveWorks is critical because it enables distributors to get a lead within minutes and allows us to see when the prospect was contracted, quoted and closed,
– Pete Robinson, Manager of Engineering Systems with WernerCo
WEATHER GUARD has not only built an engineering tool but also used the functionality inside DriveWorks to create a highly successful lead generation and sales tool that allows stakeholders to know exactly how much revenue is coming through the configurator to measure ROI.
The company is relying on DriveWorks to increase completed configurations, boost distributor referrals and drive salesanticipating a five percent increase in annual sales as a result.
Our configurator lets us directly interact with end-users, create referrals for distributors and help them visually sell WEATHER GUARDs van products more effectively.
– Stacy Gardella, Vice President of Brand Marketing with WernerCo
Read More: Fisher Unitech
This year we achieved two Queens Awards for Enterprise, recognising our outstanding performance in Innovation and International Trade.
On Friday 6th September, we held our Queens Award presentation and Digital Technology & Automation Open Day at our corporate headquarters in Thelwall, Warrington.
Proudly flying the Queen’s Award flag at our corporate headquarters, we welcomed 135 guests to join us.
We gathered in the courtyard in front of the Barley Store, as the Lord-Lieutenant of Cheshire, Mr David Briggs M.B.E. presented the two awards and Royal Grant of Appointments, to our company founders, DriveWorks CEO Glen Smith and Vice President, Maria Sarkar, on behalf of Her Majesty The Queen.
Amongst the guests joining us to celebrate our achievements were Cllr Wendy Johnson, Mayor of Warrington, Faisal Rashid, Local MP for Warrington South, DriveWorks customers, friends, family and many other members of the local community.
The Queens Awards are the highest award available to UK businesses and recognise outstanding achievement.
More than 200 businesses, including 151 small and medium enterprises, were awarded Queens Awards for Enterprise back in April.
This year, we are one of only 6 companies in the UK to receive a Double Queens Award.
Described by David Briggs M.B.E as a truly great achievement and testament to the hard work and commitment from the entire DriveWorks team.
Our Digital Technology & Automation Open Day showcased our award-winning software and gave guests the opportunity to see the software in action.
There were live configurators, videos, 3D printers and virtual reality to explore.
Our unique software allows manufacturers to build their own 3D configurators so that they can easily sell online and manufacture digitally. It is being used by companies across Europe, North America, Australia and in the Asia-Pacific region.
The benefits of using DriveWorks software can be applied to any company that wants to sell customisable or configurable items.
We are all so proud to have received this recognition. The award inspires us to do more, to keep on innovating and working hard to maintain our strong international channel. We are pleased to be making a significant contribution to the economy and local community
DriveWorks CEO Glen Smith
