Systemware Services Limited

What Systemware Services Limited does

Systemware Services Limited, trading as WinMan, is a UK-based private limited company founded in 1994 that develops and sells WinMan ERP, an all-in-one non-modular enterprise resource planning software platform targeted at manufacturing, distribution, retail, and e-commerce businesses. The product is built on a single unified database architecture providing real-time cross-departmental visibility, with integrated modules covering CRM, supply chain management, production management, warehouse management, financial management, document management, business intelligence, planning and scheduling, project management, service management, HR, and e-commerce. The platform is offered in three deployment models: on-premise perpetual licensing, cloud subscription (WinMan Cloud), and mobile iOS access (WinMan Go). WinMan positions its all-in-one integrated architecture against modular ERP competitors, emphasizing single-source vendor responsibility and deep vertical specialization across 20+ manufacturing sub-sectors including aerospace, automotive, pharmaceutical, food and drink, chemicals, textiles, and fabricated metals.

The company operates a direct enterprise field-sales go-to-market model with no reseller channel, running a structured three-step demo process (preliminary call, discovery meeting, tailored demonstration). Its geographic footprint comprises a Birmingham UK headquarters serving Europe, a Brighton UK development centre for product R&D, and North American offices in Machesney Park, Illinois (sales) and Bloomington, Indiana (operations support). Technology partnerships with Microsoft, Magento, Shopify, Avalara, FedEx, GoCardless, Apple, Zebra, and Infinite Peripherals extend platform interoperability. Revenue is generated through a mix of one-time software licenses, recurring cloud subscriptions, professional implementation services, and ongoing support and maintenance contracts; pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed. The company holds UK Cyber Essentials and Making Tax Digital certifications and is a Microsoft Partner and Made in Britain member.

Name

Systemware Services Limited

Legal name

Systemware Services Limited

Website

https://winman.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1994

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

WinMan (Systemware Services Limited), founded 1994 and headquartered in Birmingham UK, provides an all-in-one integrated ERP software platform for manufacturing, distribution, retail, and e-commerce businesses across the UK, Europe, and North America, offered via on-premise, cloud, and mobile deployments.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Software for Manufacturing

NAICS

Computer Systems Design Services (541512), Custom Computer Programming Services (541511), Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services (518)

SIC

Services-Prepackaged Software (7372), Services-Computer Integrated Systems Design (7373)

akta.pro primary industry

Manufacturing ERP (Discrete, Process, Batch) (HDAEAEAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Core ERP Suites (Financials, Procurement, Projects) (HDAEAEAA), ERP Managed Services & AMS (Application Management) (BPAEAGAB)

Keywords

• ERP software systems
• Manufacturing ERP
• Supply chain management
• Cloud ERP subscription
• Warehouse management software

Headquarters

HQ city

Birmingham

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Software

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. ERP Software Licenses: On-premise ERP software licensing with one-time perpetual payment option. Pricing based on company size and requirements.
2. Cloud Subscription: Subscription-based cloud ERP access with monthly or annual billing. Includes vendor-managed infrastructure, security, and updates.
3. Implementation Services: Professional services for system implementation, configuration, data migration, and go-live support.
4. Support and Maintenance: Ongoing technical support, software updates, and maintenance services.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Systemware Services Limited sells WinMan ERP, an all-in-one, non-modular enterprise resource planning software platform built on a unified database and delivered to manufacturing, distribution, retail, and e-commerce businesses. The product is available as on-premise/hosted perpetual licenses, a cloud subscription (WinMan Cloud), and a mobile iOS application (WinMan Go), and includes integrated modules for production, supply chain, warehouse, CRM, finance, and business intelligence. Customers also purchase implementation, support, and maintenance services from in-house teams.

Product overview

Systemware Services Limited (trading as WinMan) offers WinMan ERP, a single unified all-in-one ERP solution for manufacturing, distribution, retail, and eCommerce sectors. The core WinMan ERP product includes integrated modules for Business Intelligence, CRM, Document Management, Finance Management, Human Resources, Planning and Scheduling, Product Data Management, Production Management, Project Management, Retail Management, Sales Management, Service Management, Supplier Relationship Management, Supply Chain Management, Warehouse Management, and e-Commerce. The solution is available in three deployment options: WinMan ERP (on-premise/hosted), WinMan Cloud (cloud subscription), and WinMan Go (mobile access). The company has over 30 years of experience providing ERP solutions.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• WinMan ERP Flexible and scalable all-in-one ERP solution for manufacturing, distribution, retail, and e-commerce businesses, providing production management, supply chain, CRM, finance, warehouse management, business intelligence, document management, HR, planning and scheduling, project management, service management, and retail management as integrated modules on a unified database. Sold to mid-market and enterprise customers as an on-premise or hosted perpetual license.
• WinMan Cloud Cloud-hosted deployment option for WinMan ERP, enabling browser-based access to the ERP platform without on-premise infrastructure requirements. Sold as a subscription with monthly or annual billing based on number of users and modules.
• WinMan Go Mobile access application for WinMan ERP, allowing users to access ERP functionality from iOS mobile devices. Built using Xamarin cross-platform framework in partnership with Apple.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 99% on-time delivery rate achieved by Westin customer using WinMan ERP for accurate delivery date scheduling within 30 minutes of order placement.
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers9 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration13 records

Feature14 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• MagentocoreTechnology or IntegrationE-commerce platform integration enabling seamless connection between Magento online stores and WinMan ERP for unified order management, inventory synchronization, and customer data.
• MicrosoftcoreTechnology or IntegrationTechnology partnership providing cloud infrastructure, productivity tools integration, and co-marketing as a Microsoft partner solution.
• ShopifycoreTechnology or IntegrationE-commerce integration with Shopify platform for retail businesses connecting online sales channels with ERP backend.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves1 record

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Acumatica: Acumatica is a cloud-native mid-market ERP with strong manufacturing (Acumatica Manufacturing Edition) and distribution modules. It directly competes for the same customer segment WinMan serves and represents the modern cloud-native alternative to WinMan's architecture.
• Syspro: Syspro is a direct competitor providing ERP software focused on manufacturing and distribution for SMB and mid-market customers. Both offer on-premise and cloud deployment with deep manufacturing functionality, and Syspro serves similar UK/US mid-market customers.
• Epicor Software: Epicor's Kinetic ERP directly competes with WinMan in mid-market manufacturing, distribution, and retail verticals with cloud and on-premise deployment. Epicor's industry-focused approach (aerospace, automotive, fabrication, plastics) mirrors WinMan's vertical specialization strategy at much larger scale.
• Priority Software (Priority ERP): Priority Software provides ERP for manufacturing, distribution, and retail with a similar all-in-one approach to WinMan. Both target mid-market companies with integrated financials, production, and warehouse modules.
• abas (Forterro): abas ERP, now part of Forterro, is a direct competitor in mid-market manufacturing ERP with strength in metal fabrication, plastics, and machinery — verticals where WinMan also competes. Both target European and North American mid-market manufacturers with vertical-specific functionality.

Emerging players

• Odoo: Odoo is an open-source, modular ERP with manufacturing, inventory, e-commerce, and accounting modules that overlap WinMan's all-in-one offering. Its modern UX, SaaS pricing, and large app marketplace make it an emerging threat in the SMB mid-market WinMan targets.

Broad incumbents

• SAP Business One: SAP Business One is the SMB tier of SAP targeting small and mid-market manufacturers and distributors globally. It competes head-to-head with WinMan in discrete and process manufacturing verticals with broader geographic reach and deeper SAP ecosystem.
• Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central: Business Central is Microsoft's mid-market ERP suite with manufacturing, distribution, and e-commerce capabilities overlapping WinMan's offering. It is the dominant alternative for mid-market manufacturers evaluating cloud ERP, and benefits from the broader Microsoft ecosystem partnership that WinMan also leverages.
• Sage (Sage X3 / Sage 100cloud): Sage is a UK-headquartered incumbent with Sage X3 targeting mid-market manufacturing and distribution directly competing with WinMan in the UK and European market. Sage's local brand strength and accounting heritage make it a formidable competitor for WinMan's home turf.
• Infor (Infor CloudSuite Industrial / Infor Distribution): Infor offers industry-specific ERP suites for manufacturing and distribution verticals that overlap with WinMan's footprint. Infor's deeper pockets and broader industry coverage (aerospace, automotive, food & beverage) make it a frequent competitor for mid-market manufacturing deals.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/WinMan_ERP
• YouTubeyoutube.com/c/WinmanERP
• Facebookfacebook.com/winmanerp
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/696601
• Instagraminstagram.com/winman_erp_software

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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