Rubik, a leading specialist in digital strategy, transformation and complex systems implementation for the manufacturing, engineering, and construction sectors, has announced a significant partnership with Tulip, a company at the forefront of innovative manufacturing frontline operations and recently named a Representative Vendor in the 2025 Gartner Market Guide for Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES). This collaboration underscores Rubik’s commitment to supporting and elevating the manufacturing sectors across the UK and Ireland.
Gartner specifically highlighted Tulip’s composable architecture, AI-powered features, low code/no code capabilities, and extensibility for regulated and discrete industries, reinforcing why Rubik views Tulip as the ideal partner to drive digital transformation for its clients.
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Modern manufacturers require adaptable and future-proof frontline operations systems. Tulip's platform offers:
● Composable App Suites: Tailored for diverse sectors including discrete, biopharma, and regulated discrete manufacturing.
● Extensive Integration: A growing library of over 60 connectors to enterprise systems and production equipment.
● Tulip AI: Purpose-built Frontline Copilots to assist operators with SOPs, manuals, and data sheets.
● AI Composer: Enabling users to generate apps directly from PDFs with interactive inputs.
This partnership combines Rubik’s deep understanding of manufacturers' specific needs with Tulip’s cutting-edge technology to deliver substantial benefits to British and Irish manufacturers, including:
● Boosting Efficiency: Streamlining workflows and getting real-time insights crucial for competitiveness in the region.
● Enhanced Data Visibility: Bridging the gap between shop floor operations and enterprise-level data.
● Empowering the Workforce: Equipping operators with the digital tools and data they need to excel and drive improvements.
● Accelerated Digital Transformation: Smoothly integrating Tulip’s platform with existing systems, minimising disruption and maximising benefits.
● Waste Reduction: Utilising data to minimise errors and improve production quality, directly impacting the bottom line.
Rubik will leverage its expertise to ensure tailored solutions, seamless implementation, and ongoing support, enabling manufacturing clients to maximise the benefits of this powerful partnership.
"I’m pleased to welcome Rubik to Tulip’s ecosystem," said Roey Mechre, Head of Ecosystem & EMEA GM at Tulip.
"The UK and Ireland are strategic regions for Tulip’s growth, and building strong partnerships is critical to delivering value to our customers. Rubik brings deep expertise in connecting and simplifying manufacturing data — a great fit with Tulip’s composable, open approach to transforming operations. Together, we aim to drive practical, fast impact for manufacturers, accelerate adoption of modern solutions on the shop floor, and advance a shared vision of a more connected, agile industry."
Rob Green, Director and Co-Founder at Rubik,is delighted to see the partnership come to life: “We are incredibly proud of becoming a Tulip Implementation Partner. Our strategy at Rubik has always been to align with best-in-class technology vendors, and for the manufacturing shop floor, Tulip is leading the way.
Tulip’s solution elegantly solves the challenge of integrating machine data with enterprise systems; the flexible, modular solution means that
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building and connecting features as needed allows manufacturers to start small and scale over time. The platform is also designed around human-centric, operator first UI and workflows, which leads to increased worker engagement, reduces errors on the shop floor, and therefore provides a more empowered, efficient workforce.
This partnership allows us to bring a new level of agility and data-driven intelligence to our clients. We are excited to build the future of manufacturing alongside Tulip!”
Rubik’s dedication to helping manufacturing across Britain and Ireland bridge the digital gap, combined with Tulip's recognised excellence, positions the partnership to deliver exceptional value. The collaboration is set to help British and Irish manufacturers thrive in an increasingly digital and competitive world, leveraging the power of Tulip and Rubik to achieve operational excellence and drive business forward.
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