What Softli.cz does

Softli.cz (legal entity SOFTLI CZ s.r.o.) is a Czech software company headquartered in Liberec that develops and sells MES SoftLi, a modular Manufacturing Execution System (MES) designed to digitalize and manage manufacturing operations for production companies of all sizes. The platform collects real-time data from machines and workstations, eliminates paper-based production tracking, and provides analytics on OEE, downtime, quality, and energy consumption. The product is built on a modern microservices architecture running on Kubernetes, with a Node.js/NestJS backend, React/TypeScript frontend, PostgreSQL database, and Docker containers; the company has also developed its own proprietary edge data-collection device called the SoftLi Collector, which provides plug-and-play connectivity to any machine. SoftLi is currently developing an AI-driven Advanced Planning & Scheduling (APS) module that will apply ML-based predictive models and combinatorial optimization (CP/MILP/OR-Tools) to production scheduling.

The company monetizes through three deployment models: an on-premise perpetual license with unlimited users, an on-premise subscription (monthly or annual) with unlimited users, and a fully managed SaaS/cloud service. Customer acquisition combines a product-led growth motion (a free 1-month online demo and a paid "MES na zkoušku" trial at 9,900 CZK/month for up to 3 months, including hardware) with enterprise field sales, customer reference visits, and the proprietary annual SoftLinked conference plus Brunch Meeting Factory Edition events. Named customers include Toyoda Gosei Czech, Parker Hannifin, SumiRiko AVS Czech, IQS Group, Partner In Pet Food CZ, Komerční slévárna Turnov, and AS-CASTING, spanning automotive components, foundries/metalworking, high-precision/nanotechnology, and pet food manufacturing. SoftLi also partners with the Czech innovation agency enovation to help customers access EU Digitální podnik subsidies covering 25-60% of MES costs. The company reports 1-10 employees, is privately held with an ESOP program, is led by CEO Lukáš Slovák, and is actively expanding into broader European markets with EU grant support.

Name

Softli.cz

Legal name

SOFTLI CZ s.r.o.

Website

https://softli.cz

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Softli.cz develops MES SoftLi, a modular Manufacturing Execution System with proprietary plug-and-play edge hardware, serving manufacturing companies of all sizes across automotive, metalworking, and precision industries primarily in the Czech Republic and expanding across Europe.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) Software

NAICS

Software Publishers (5132)

SIC

Services-Prepackaged Software (7372)

akta.pro primary industry

Industrial Thin Clients & Remote Terminals (HDACALAK)

akta.pro secondary industry

Cloud-Native Enablement (Containers, Kubernetes, Service Mesh) (BPAEAKAE)

Keywords

• Manufacturing execution system
• Production monitoring software
• Industrial automation software
• Real-time production data
• OEE and traceability software

Headquarters

HQ city

Liberec

HQ country

Czechia

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Software

Cost components

Technology or R&D, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. MES Software Licenses: On-premise perpetual license with unlimited users. MES is implemented on the customer's server, either in-person or remotely. The license is time-unlimited with no user restrictions.
2. On-premise Subscription: MES implemented on customer server with monthly or annual subscription. Unlimited users included in the subscription model.
3. SaaS/Cloud Service: MES runs as a cloud service hosted by SoftLi. Customers connect machines to SoftLi Cloud and data collection is managed by the provider. No local installation required.
4. MES na zkoušku (Trial Program): Paid trial program allowing full-featured MES testing in actual production environment for up to 3 months at 9,900 Kč/month. Includes all modules and necessary hardware. Does not obligate customer to purchase.
5. Professional Services: Implementation services, training, and technical support provided during and after system deployment. Includes initial setup, configuration, and ongoing customer support.
6. EU Subsidy Facilitation: Partnership with enovation agency to help customers obtain EU subsidies (up to 60% of MES cost) through programs like Digitální podnik.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

SoftLi develops and sells MES SoftLi, a modular Manufacturing Execution System that collects real-time production data from machines, monitors operations, and enables production planning for manufacturing companies. The platform is delivered as on-premise perpetual license, on-premise subscription, or SaaS/cloud, with a proprietary plug-and-play edge data collector (SoftLi Collector) for rapid deployment, and is being extended with AI-driven Advanced Planning & Scheduling.

Product overview

MES SoftLi is a modular Manufacturing Execution System (MES) designed for manufacturing companies of all sizes. The core system consists of fundamental modules including Terminal (operator interface), Documents (work instruction management), Profiles (real-time production visualization), and Reports (data analytics and dashboards). The platform is complemented by an ecosystem of add-on modules including Trace (product traceability), Andon (assistance call system), Energy Tracker (energy consumption monitoring), Alarms (real-time alerts), Forms (digital work instructions), and Planner (AI-driven production scheduling/APS). The system is delivered as SaaS (cloud), on-premise with unlimited license, or on-premise with subscription options, connecting to machines via SoftLi Collector's plug-and-play data collection hardware.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• MES SoftLi Modular Manufacturing Execution System that tracks and controls real-time production, collects data from manufacturing equipment, analyzes it, and supports production planning for manufacturing companies of all sizes. Designed to make companies up to 20% more efficient by eliminating paper-based tracking, downtime, and manual data entry, and is delivered via on-premise perpetual license, on-premise subscription, or managed SaaS/cloud.
• Cloud MES SoftLi Cloud-delivered version of MES SoftLi built on edge computing technologies, allowing customers to connect machines to SoftLi Cloud without local installation while SoftLi manages data collection and the MES service.

Quantifiable outcome

• Production efficiency improvement up to 20%
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

Yes

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration3 records

AI capability6 records

Feature6 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• enovationcoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2024Partnership with Czech innovation agency enovation to help manufacturing companies access EU subsidies through the Digitální podnik program. Enovation assists with grant applications, enabling customers to obtain 25-60% funding for MES SoftLi implementation. SoftLi promotes this partnership to reduce customer acquisition barriers for SMEs.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• 42Q: 42Q is a cloud-native MES targeting small and mid-sized manufacturers with rapid deployment and lower total cost of ownership. Most comparable to SoftLi because both emphasize cloud delivery, speed of implementation, and accessibility for manufacturers that cannot afford enterprise MES suites.
• FORCAM: FORCAM is a German MES provider focused on shop-floor transparency and OEE for discrete manufacturers. Highly comparable to SoftLi because both target mid-market European manufacturers with modular, real-time MES and emphasize rapid time-to-value, though FORCAM is larger and more established.
• Critical Manufacturing: Critical Manufacturing (Porto-based, part of ASMPT) provides a modular MES for high-tech and discrete manufacturers. Directly comparable to SoftLi's MES SoftLi platform in architecture (modular, configurable) and target verticals (electronics, automotive, medical devices), though Critical Manufacturing serves larger global accounts.
• Plex Systems (Rockwell Automation): Plex (now part of Rockwell Automation) is a cloud-native MES and ERP platform for manufacturers. Comparable to SoftLi's cloud MES deployment model and real-time production monitoring, though Plex serves larger enterprise customers and offers broader ERP functionality.
• iBASEt: iBASEt provides MES (Solumina) for complex manufacturing in aerospace, defense, and medical devices. Comparable to SoftLi in MES functionality and modular architecture, though iBASEt targets highly regulated, large-scale discrete manufacturers rather than SMB and mid-market.

Broad incumbents

• AVEVA: AVEVA provides industrial software including MES, historization, and operations management for process and hybrid manufacturers. Comparable to SoftLi in MES category but operates at significantly larger scale with a broader portfolio spanning engineering, operations, and asset performance.
• Opcenter (Siemens Digital Industries): Opcenter is Siemens' enterprise MES suite (formerly SIMATIC IT) serving large discrete and process manufacturers globally. Overlaps with SoftLi's MES functionality but is part of a much broader Siemens portfolio (PLM, automation, ERP) and targets global enterprises rather than the SMB and mid-market segment where SoftLi competes.
• SAP Digital Manufacturing: SAP Digital Manufacturing (formerly SAP ME) is SAP's cloud MES offering tightly integrated with S/4HANA. Comparable functionality to SoftLi (production execution, traceability, integration with ERP), but sold as part of SAP's enterprise suite to large manufacturers rather than as a standalone modular product.
• DELMIA (Dassault Systèmes): DELMIA is Dassault Systèmes' manufacturing operations and production planning portfolio, including DELMIA Apriso MES. Comparable to SoftLi in MES and APS functionality, but part of Dassault's 3DEXPERIENCE platform and aimed at large global manufacturers.

Emerging players

• Tulip Interfaces: Tulip is a frontline operations platform combining no-code app building, machine connectivity, and MES-adjacent analytics. Comparable to SoftLi because both target shop-floor digitalization with a low-code, modular approach and serve manufacturers seeking faster deployment than legacy MES.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/softli-cz

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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