Netherlands-Based IT Consultancy

Engineering Smart Solutions
for Modern Industry

We help manufacturers and enterprises harness technology — from bespoke software and IT consulting to intelligent MES platforms built for the real shop floor.

5+
Years Expertise
6
Service Areas
NL
Europe-Based
Aug '26
MES Launch

What We Do

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Manufacturing IT & MES

End-to-end MES design, integration and rollout for steel, automotive, CPG & pipe industries.

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IT Consulting

Strategic technology advisory — architecture, system selection, digital transformation roadmaps.

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Web Development

Custom web apps, enterprise portals and e-commerce platforms built to perform and last.

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Systems Integration

Seamless ERP, SCADA and data platform integration — your entire ecosystem in sync.

Flagship Product

DigiPlant MES — Launching August 2026

A next-generation, configurable Manufacturing Execution System built from real shop floor experience. Multi-industry platform for steel, automotive, CPG and pipe manufacturing.

Core Capabilities

🧬Full Material Genealogy & Traceability
Real-Time Production Scheduling
🧠Configurable Business Rules Engine
🔌SAP / ERP Integration Ready
📋Integrated Quality Management (LIMS)
🚀  Launching August 2026
Why Knet

Built differently. Delivered reliably.

A compact team of specialists with deep domain expertise — senior attention on every project, every time.

01

Deep Manufacturing DNA

ISA-95, heat scheduling, shop floor realities — domain depth that translates directly into software that works in the plant.

02

Configurable by Design

Our platforms adapt to your specific production process — not the other way around. Flexible core components that fit your sector.

03

European Roots, Global Standards

Based in the Netherlands, GDPR-compliant by default, with a strong European manufacturing network and local operational understanding.

Ready to get started?

Talk to us about your project — we'd love to hear from you.

About Knet Consultancy

Turning complex problems
into elegant technology

A Netherlands-based technology firm specialising in enterprise software, IT consulting, and manufacturing execution systems.

Our Story

Who we are

Knet Consultancy is a Netherlands-based technology firm with deep roots in enterprise software development and industrial IT. We work with manufacturers, SMEs and scale-ups to design and deliver systems that genuinely make a difference — on the factory floor and in the boardroom.

Our team combines domain expertise in manufacturing operations — ISA-95, MES architecture, ERP integration, SCADA connectivity — with modern software craftsmanship. We don't just build software; we build solutions grounded in how your operation actually works.

Whether it's a strategic IT advisory engagement, a bespoke web platform, or our flagship DigiPlant MES product, we bring the same rigour and depth to every project.

Headquartered in the Netherlands

Operating at the intersection of manufacturing intelligence and digital transformation, serving clients across Europe with senior-level expertise on every engagement.

🏭  Specialists in Manufacturing Execution Systems
💻  Full-Stack IT Consultancy & Web Development
🌍  GDPR-Compliant · European Base
🚀  DigiPlant MES Launching August 2026
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Domain-First Thinking

We immerse ourselves in your operations before writing a single line of code.

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Engineering Excellence

Scalable architecture, clean code, and maintainable systems — always.

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Partnership Model

We work alongside your team as a true technical partner, not above it.

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Transparent Delivery

You own the codebase and knowledge transfers fully to your team.

Our Team

The people behind the work

A compact team of senior specialists — deep expertise, direct involvement, and genuine care for every engagement.

V

Vinod

Founder & Lead Architect

Deep expertise in MES architecture, ISA-95, manufacturing domain logic, ERP integration, and full-stack Django development.

D

Development Team

Software Engineers

A team of 4 engineers handling supporting modules, generic services and UI components — growing on real production systems.

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Partners & Advisors

Industry Specialists

A network of manufacturing domain advisors, integration specialists, and industry consultants for targeted engagements.

What We Offer

Services built around your real needs

Whether you need a custom web platform, enterprise IT strategy, or a full-scale MES deployment — we deliver.

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Manufacturing IT & MES

End-to-end MES design, implementation and integration for steel, automotive, CPG and pipe manufacturing. Real-time production control, genealogy tracking, quality management and ERP integration built to ISA-95 standards.

ISA-95OPC-UA / SCADASAP IntegrationL2/L3/L4
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IT Consulting & Strategy

Strategic technology consulting for businesses undergoing digital transformation. Architecture reviews, system selection guidance, vendor management and technology roadmapping aligned to your business goals and operational realities.

Digital StrategyArchitecture ReviewSystem SelectionCloud Advisory
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Web Development

Custom web applications, enterprise portals and e-commerce platforms built with modern frameworks. From elegant marketing sites to complex operational dashboards — built to perform, designed to scale and built to last.

Django / PythonReactREST APIsE-Commerce
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ERP & Systems Integration

Seamless integration between MES, ERP, SCADA and data platforms. We design robust middleware, data pipelines and event-driven architectures that keep your entire ecosystem in sync — with full traceability.

SAPMS DynamicsSQL ServerMQTT
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Data & Analytics

Operational dashboards, KPI reporting and real-time monitoring that gives management and floor supervisors the right information at the right moment. Powered by live data from your production environment.

GrafanaPrometheusPower BIReal-Time OEE
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Quality & Compliance

Digital quality management aligned to ISO 9001, material traceability, test certificate generation, LIMS integration and full audit trail systems — built for regulated manufacturing environments.

ISO 9001LIMSTraceabilityAudit Trails
How We Work

Our delivery process

A proven, structured approach ensuring every project is delivered on time, on spec, with full knowledge transfer to your team.

1

Discovery

Deep-dive into your operations, pain points and goals before we talk solutions.

2

Architecture

System design, data modelling, integration mapping — a blueprint you approve first.

3

Build

Iterative development with regular demos. You see working software early, not just at the end.

4

Testing & UAT

Rigorous QA and user acceptance testing with your team involved throughout.

5

Go-Live & Support

Managed cutover, hyper-care period and long-term support options.

Start a Project

Ready to work together?

Tell us about your project and we'll get back within one business day.

Flagship Product

DigiPlant MES

A next-generation, configurable Manufacturing Execution System built from real-world shop floor experience. True multi-industry platform for steel, automotive, CPG and pipe manufacturing.

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AUG
2026
Official Launch
Core Capabilities

Everything your plant needs — one platform

Built from years of hands-on manufacturing domain experience. DigiPlant MES covers the full scope of production management.

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Material Genealogy

Full heat-to-product traceability. Track every split, join and transformation through your entire production chain.

Real-Time Production

Live heat scheduling, EAF-to-caster Gantt views and shift management with live machine status.

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Business Rules Engine

Configurable BRE with grade classification, validation frameworks, penalty scoring and production constraint logic.

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ERP Integration

Pre-built SAP connectors with 50+ mapped integration points, XML/XSD message design and REST APIs.

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Quality Management

Integrated LIMS, test certificates, grade matrices, defect tracking and ISO-aligned QMS workflows.

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SCADA / OPC-UA

Native L2 connectivity with OPC-UA, MQTT and SCADA integration for real-time shop floor data.

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Enterprise Security

RBAC, full audit trails, multi-tenant architecture, GDPR-compliant data handling and SOC-ready logging.

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Analytics & Reporting

Real-time OEE dashboards, KPI reporting, Grafana/Prometheus monitoring and configurable report framework.

Industries

Built for multi-industry deployment

A configurable core platform with industry-specific module packs — the same proven foundation, adapted to your sector.

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Steel & Metals

EAF, LF, VOD, caster — purpose-built for long products & flat steel.

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Automotive

VIN traceability, safety-critical tracking, EV battery genealogy.

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CPG

Batch management, ingredient traceability, recipe control.

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Pipe Manufacturing

~65% module reuse from steel core, adapted for pipe-specific ops.

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General Mfg.

Configurable for discrete and process manufacturing operations.

Technology

Built on a modern, proven stack

Backend

Django / PythonPostgreSQLSQL ServerRedisCelery

Frontend

ReactjQuery / DataTablesCustom MES-GRIDREST APIs

Integration

OPC-UAMQTTSAP RFCXML/XSDREST / SOAP

Monitoring

GrafanaPrometheusDockerNginx

Security

RBACAudit TrailsGDPR-ReadyMulti-Tenant

Deployment

On-PremisePrivate CloudHybridSaaS (Planned)
Get In Touch

Let's start a conversation

Whether you're exploring DigiPlant MES, need IT consulting, or want to discuss a bespoke software project — we'd love to hear from you.

Contact Knet Consultancy

Based in the Netherlands, serving clients across Europe. We respond to all enquiries within one business day.

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Netherlands, Europe
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info@knetconsultancy.com
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knetconsultancy.com
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Launching August 2026
DigiPlant MES Early Access

Launching August 2026. Register your interest now for early access, priority onboarding and pre-launch pricing.

🚀  Launching August 2026

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