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Acorn Web

Driving data-driven decisions and cost efficiency with ePS Technique

Discover how Acorn Web revolutionised their monitoring, efficiency, communication, and production schedules with ePS Technique. By making data-driven decisions and improvements through their partnership with eProductivity Software, Acorn Web has hugely grown as a business.

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“When we first put Technique in, we were turning over around £16m. We are now at £26m. The benefits of Technique to us are clear - without it, we couldn't operate the way we do.”

Mark Roberts, Managing Director,
Acorn Web

About the company

Acorn Web is a specialist magazine printer of weekly, fortnightly, monthly, bi-monthly, and quarterly periodicals with the majority of their turnover being in the periodical publishing market. They produce high-quality magazine printing in A4 and A5 format along with print catalogs. Based in Normanton, West Yorkshire, UK, Acorn Web offers some of the most efficient production equipment for web offset printing in the industry and are always looking for ways to reduce their impact on the environment.

The challenge

Acorn Web sought a solution that would empower them to make data-informed decisions crucial for their growth and sustainability. Facing significant challenges, they recognised the urgent need for a comprehensive tool to monitor and analyse their business operations. Prioritising customer satisfaction and prompt responses, they aimed to achieve their next phase of growth without a substantial increase in headcount.

Key requirements
database Icon - eProductivity Software Data-driven decision making
chart-mixed-up-circle-dollar Icon - eProductivity Software Enhanced cost efficiency
timer Icon - eProductivity Software Real-time job tracking and scheduling

The solution

Acorn Web chose Technique because they saw that it would enable them to have full visibility into their operations and make data-driven decisions. One of the main factors and key benefits of why they chose Technique is its ability to provide real-time visibility into production processes, enabling Acorn Web to monitor tasks at any point in the workflow.

Technique became essential for Acorn Web, providing them a solution capable of tracking and analysing key performance indicators, offering deeper insights into their operations. The company believes that investing in technology is essential for their business development.

Technique

Technique enhances the efficiency and effectiveness of managing the printing and publication industries, including order taking, job monitoring, inventory control, and financial administration.

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The result

One of the key benefits of Technique is its ability to provide real-time visibility into production processes, enabling Acorn Web to monitor tasks at any point in the workflow. This enhanced visibility has not only improved operational efficiency but also enhanced customer satisfaction by ensuring timely and accurate delivery of products.

Technique has enabled Acorn Web to make smarter, data-driven decisions by leveraging insights for strategic planning and resource allocation. As a result, and by investing in a new press, Acorn Web has reduced paper waste by 660 tons annually, demonstrating their strong commitment to sustainability. This significant achievement highlights Acorn Web's dedication to responsible business practices and making sustainability a core principle of their operations.

  • Data gathering 

    Remarkable growth due to data-driven decisions

  • Efficiency

    Job tracking and scheduling for efficient deadline management

  • Sustainability

    Continuous recalculation of paper requirements for each job

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“I see the partnership between Acorn Web and Technique as vital to running our company. The benefits of Technique to us are clear without it, we could not operate the way we do.”

Mark Roberts, Managing Director,
Acorn Web