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Apparel-focused cloud/on-prem ERP + PLM: inventory, production, sourcing, analytics.

PolyPM

Apparel-focused cloud/on-prem ERP + PLM: inventory, production, sourcing, analytics.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Updated on 04. Oct 2025 by SoftGuide

What is PolyPM?

PolyPM is an enterprise-grade ERP and PLM system built exclusively for sewn‑goods and textile operations. It centralizes every step of the product journey - from design and BOM through sourcing, production, warehousing, and distribution—through both cloud hosting and local installation options.

What are the advantages of PolyPM?

  • Apparel‑industry specificity: Includes tailor-made tools like 2D size/color matrices, cut planning, fabric/trim tracking, and measurement workflows.
  • End-to-end visibility: Covers product lifecycle steps with integrated modules for sourcing, production scheduling, shop-floor display, and shipping.
  • Flexible deployment & pricing transparency: Offers SaaS or on-prem installations, clear no-hidden-fee quotes, customizable configurations, and dedicated industry expertise.
  • Advanced traceability & compliance: Audit logs, lot histories, supplier collaboration, EDI, and barcode/labeling ensure escape tracking and data integrity.
  • Rich analytics & automation: Includes dynamic reporting dashboards, BI tools, automated workflows, notifications, and planning boards for real-time operational awareness.

What are the general functions of PolyPM?

  • Style & PLM: BOMs, design revisions, technical sheets, CAD pattern linking
  • Production Planning & MRP: Color-coded schedule board, material forecasting, cut‑make‑trim sequencing
  • Inventory & Warehouse: Raw/finished goods tracking, multi-location, WIP reporting, barcode labeling
  • Cut Planning: Marker creation, fabric usage estimates, auto allocation adjustments
  • Shop-Floor & MES: Barcode-driven scanning, labor and process tracking, real-time progress
  • Purchasing & Sourcing: PO generation, supplier portals, global procurement, fabric/trim order management
  • EDI & Shipping: Supports EDI messaging, packing lists, and shipment alerts
  • Sales & Invoicing: Sales order processing, customer portals, invoicing workflows
  • Document Control: Central document repository, versioning, approval workflows
  • BI & Reporting: Custom dashboards, KPI tracking, traceability logs, forecasting modules

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Technical specifications:

Manufacturer:
Polygon Software
Web-based:
yes
SaaS, Cloud:
yes
On-premises (local installation):
yes
AI Supported:
no
Multi-user (network-compatible):
no
Multi-client compatible:
no
Manufacturer based in:
Germany
Dialogue language(s):
English
System requirements:
Compatible operating systems (runs with):
Win 11
Win 10
Win Server
Mainframe based
Unix based
Linux based
Mac OS
Mobile OSs (supports):
iOS
Android
Old Compatible Operating Systems:
Win 8
Win 7

Corresponding categories for PolyPM:

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Elevator Pitch
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yes
yes
yes
yes
Multi-client compatible
no
yes
yes
yes
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yes
yes
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Compatible with
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Interfaces
Adobe InDesign, AutoCAD, CATIA, Datev Mittelstand, DHL Cillox... +20
Amazon, Behördenrechnung, Colect, DATEV, DATEV Financial accounting... +23
confluence, DATEV online, E-Mail-Server, Eclipse BIRT, HCL... +11
Other requirements for soft- and hardware
platform-independent
All you need is an internet connection and an internet-enabled device (laptop...).
Dialogue language(s)
English
English, German, French
English, German
English, German, Danish, Dutch, French... +1
English, German, Arabic, Bulgarian, Catalan... +30
English, German, Dutch, French, Italian
English, German, French
English, German, French
English, German, French
Documentation
Manual
Online Help
Demo version
Technical documentation
Manual
Online Help
Demo version
Technical documentation
Manual
Online Help
Demo version
Technical documentation
Manual
Online Help
Demo version
Technical documentation
Manual
Online Help
Demo version
Technical documentation
Manual
Online Help
Demo version
Technical documentation
Manual
Online Help
Demo version
Technical documentation
Manual
Online Help
Demo version
Technical documentation
Manual
Online Help
Demo version
Technical documentation
Number of installations
5100
> 100
2500
70
800
5.000
First installation (year)
2000
2004
1999
2000
2001
2004
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