Valuechain
Develops smart manufacturing software including DNAam production control software specifically tailored for additive manufacturing, enabling supply chain collaboration and intelligence.
- CEO / Founder
- Tom Dawes
- Team Size
- 11-50
- Stage
- Active
- Total Funding
- $863K
- Latest Round
- Grant
- Key Investors
- Innovate UK
Technology & Products
Key Products
Smarter Supply Chain Collaboration Platform (connecting purchasing, supplier performance, quality, and compliance) and DNAam production control software (tailored for additive manufacturing).
Technological Advantage
Proprietary DNAam software automates additive manufacturing production workflows with real-time ERP data analysis, protected by partnerships with FDM Digital Solutions for testing and validation in dedicated innovation centers.
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Reduces operational risks and non-conformance penalties while delivering up to 20X ROI over three years through optimized processes, saved man-hours, and improved supplier accountability without replacing existing ERP systems.
How They Differentiate
DNAam offers specialized production control for additive manufacturing with 7th generation refinement, while competitors focus on broader PLM/MES; provides up to 20X ROI versus generic ERP solutions by targeting AM-specific workflows like build preparation and post-processing tracking.
Market & Competition
Target Customers
Manufacturing companies, additive manufacturing service bureaus, aerospace and defense suppliers
Industry Verticals
Additive Manufacturing; Aerospace; Defense; Advanced Manufacturing
Competitors
Oracle NetSuite, Aptean, E-Max Systems
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
Team size approximately 20 employees; revenue reported as $10.5 million; achieved 20X ROI for customers over three-year contracts.
Major Milestones
Launched DNAam version 7 tailored for additive manufacturing; Received Innovate UK grant for AI in 3D printing; Partnership with FDM Digital Solutions to open innovation center; New ownership and brand refresh in 2023
Notable Customers
Gardner Aerospace; Nasmyth; P&A Group of Companies