Kafrit Group standardizes global processes with MaterialsZone’s platform.
Streamlined data sharing accelerates research and fosters innovation.
Introduction
Kafrit Group, an innovative and leading global producer of customized masterbatches and compounds for the plastic industry, has recently implemented a significant technological advancement by integrating MaterialsZone, a materials informatics platform designed to manage and synchronize raw material data across the group's global entities.
Background
The Kafrit Group is expanding their market reach through strategic acquisitions and the operation of multiple companies around the world, spanning three continents. Managing chemicals, raw materials, formulation and finished goods data across these diverse entities with different local data systems present along standing challenge.
Objective
Kafrit’s main objective was to accelerate R&D, create a single source of truth for all R&D materials and foster cross-group collaboration. Achieving data harmonization across all group companies was a major milestone, allowing for faster delivery of new or adjusted products, better formulation suggestions, and more effective alternative materials selection. This streamlined process also ensured compliance with regulations such as REACH and enhanced overall service delivery to customers.
