Challenges in the manufacturing industry

  • Quality control
  • Unexpected downtime
  • Security and compliance risks
  • Usability
  • Collaboration gaps
Challenges in the manufacturing industry

  • Quality control

    In manufacturing, defects and inconsistencies directly impact output and customer trust. Errors in production can lead to wasted materials, rework, and potential safety issues. Maintaining uniform quality across batches, shifts, and facilities requires rigorous processes and real-time monitoring.

  • Unexpected downtime

    Disruptions, whether from equipment failure, supply chain delays, or external events can halt production lines. Extended downtime results in lost revenue and missed deadlines. Manufacturers need operations to quickly adapt and minimize impact during unexpected events.

  • Security and compliance risks

    Manufacturing handles sensitive data, including proprietary designs, supplier contracts, and customer orders. Unauthorized access or data leaks can compromise intellectual property and disrupt operations. Failing to meet industry regulations can lead to fines and reputational damage.

  • Usability

    From frontline workers to executives, teams may be a mix of both tech-savvy employees and those unfamiliar with digital tools. Workplace solutions must be simple, intuitive, and easy to adopt across the organization.

  • Collaboration gaps

    With teams spread across production floors, remote offices, and supplier locations, miscommunication is common. Delayed updates or unclear instructions lead to errors and inefficiencies. All stakeholders must "talk to each other" in order to function smoothly.

Why should you use Zoho Workplace?

Protect your assets

Your designs and contracts are your competitive edge—any breach puts them at risk. Zoho Workplace secures your data with features like multi-factor authentication (MFA) and mobile device management (MDM), ensuring safe access even on workers’ personal phones. Let contractors securely access blueprints on personal devices while restricting downloads using MDM.

Protect your assets

Respond without delay

A broken machine can halt your production line. With Zoho Workplace's REST API, your team doesn’t have to wait around for help. As soon as a breakdown is picked up, a bot call is initiated to mobilize the nearest available maintenance staff. You can even automate follow-up actions, like logging the issue or generating a report. It’s a simple way to respond faster, reduce downtime, and keep things moving on the floor.

Respond without delay

Easy for everyone

Not every employee is a tech expert—and they shouldn’t have to be. Zoho Workplace is built to be so simple that anyone can use it, from frontline workers to CXOs. Whether it’s pulling up the day’s schedule, discussing a production delay, or joining a quick video meeting, everything is just a click away. That means faster adoption, less training, and more people getting things done.

Easy for everyone

Pay only for what you use

Every dollar counts. Zoho Workplace offers tailored plans that fit your diverse team—from frontline workers to leadership—without bloated prices or hidden licensing fees. With mix-and-match plans, you can equip your CXOs, factory teams, and office staff with just the right tools, while keeping licensing costs lean.

Pay only for what you use

Switch without slowing down

Moving to a new system shouldn’t disrupt your operations. Zoho Workplace makes migration simple, even for large manufacturers, with expert support to guide you. Test the platform by migrating for part of your workforce while keeping operations running with zero downtime. When you decide to migrate to Zoho Workplace, our team of experts helps you move data, emails, contacts, and users smoothly.

Switch without slowing down

Global data centers and support

Your operations don’t stop, and neither does Zoho Workplace. With data centers worldwide with 99.9% uptime, you get fast, reliable access no matter where your facilities are. Around-the-clock support ensures that your teams are never left stranded and always have support, 24/7.

Global data centers and support

Hear it from our customers!

Switch without a hitch for a better, unified experience at a fraction of the cost—while keeping your production line running.

“We loved Zoho Workplace because it allowed us to migrate our NSF files seamlessly, had a pricing model that let us pay only for what we use, and offered a great UI and set of features that we knew our colleagues would adapt to easily." - IT Team, India Cements.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Is technical expertise required to use Zoho Workplace effectively?

    Not at all. It’s designed for ease of use. You’ll have access to comprehensive resources, training materials, webinars, video tutorials, forums, and user guides, making it simple to use.

  • Does Zoho Workplace integrate with other platforms?

    Yes, Zoho Workplace integrates well with both internal and third-party platforms. Explore our marketplace here.

  • What kind of customer support is available?

    We offer 24/7 customer support via email and phone to assist you with any issues or questions you may have.

  • What is the maximum number of users I can have?

    Great news! There is no upper cap. Depending upon the number of front-line workers, IT teams, and upper management in your institution, you can choose your subscription plan on a per-user basis.

  • How do I migrate my data from another service?

    Migrating from your current service provider to Zoho Workplace is simple. Learn more about email migration here.

  • Can I have a mix of plans?

    Yes! You can mix and match your plans based on your needs. You can even choose different plans for different users. Calculate your costs here.

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