Software is at the heart of smart manufacturing, automation and laboratory systems. It gives operators, supervisors and managers the information they need to make better decisions, improve productivity and keep businesses running efficiently. With nearly 25 years of proven industrial software development experience, Motion Design builds custom software for manufacturers, industrial businesses and laboratories.
Whether it's managing production, controlling machinery, improving laboratory workflows, integrating business systems or providing real-time operational visibility, our software is designed to connect machines, people and data into one seamless workflow.
With two dedicated software development teams working alongside our automation engineers and machine control experts, we combine software engineering with real-world automation experience. We understand the machine, the operator, the process and the data behind it. This practical understanding enables us to develop software that works with the machinery, business systems and the people who use them every day.
If there is nothing off the shelf that quite fits your business, we'll help you build something that does.
Every software project starts with a different challenge. You might be looking to replace a manual process, improve production quality, integrate equipment with business systems, modernise an older machine or develop something entirely new. We take the time to understand what you're trying to achieve, how your operation works and how the software will be used before developing a practical solution around your requirements.
Throughout the project, we work with your team to ensure the software meets your needs and supports the people who use it every day. Our software team manages each stage of the development process, from planning and system architecture through to development, testing, commissioning and support.
Our involvement doesn't have to end when the project is complete. We work with many customers over the long term as their production requirements and business needs evolve. This may involve adding new functionality, providing greater visibility through reporting and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), integrating additional equipment or systems, or adapting software to support new processes and technologies. This ongoing relationship allows customers to build on their existing investment and use software to support continuous improvement over time.
Improve productivity, increase visibility and streamline manufacturing with software designed around your production processes. From MES and workflow automation to paperless systems, traceability and reporting, we help you gain greater control over your operation.
Connect new and legacy machines, vision systems, business systems and third-party platforms into one connected operation. Our integration solutions improve traceability, reduce manual data entry and ensure information flows where it is needed.
Develop reliable machine control software that improves performance, adds features, simplifies operation and integrates seamlessly with your wider business systems. From PLC and HMI development to machine upgrades and diagnostics, we build high performance software for real-world production environments.
Gain real-time visibility across your manufacturing or laboratory operation with live dashboards, KPI reporting and operational analytics. Monitor performance, identify trends and make informed decisions with confidence.
Put the right information in the hands of your team with mobile applications designed just for you. From digital forms and barcode scanning to tablet-based biometric time and attendance, we develop practical mobile solutions that keep your workforce connected and informed.
Improve laboratory workflows, sample traceability and efficiency with software designed around the way your laboratory operates. From Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) and sample management to reporting, compliance and workflow automation, we develop practical solutions that improve laboratory performance.
Unlike traditional software companies, our software is developed by people who understand automation and engineering.
Our software teams work alongside mechatronics and automation specialists every day, giving them a practical understanding of machinery, operators and industrial processes. This collaborative approach allows us to develop software that integrates seamlessly with equipment, business systems and the people using them.
Technology continues to evolve, and so do the tools available to solve engineering problems. At Motion Design, we evaluate and use technologies such as artificial intelligence, machine learning and digital twins where they provide genuine value to a project.
Rather than adopting AI for the sake of it, we focus on selecting the most practical and reliable solution. In many applications, traditional software and machine vision algorithms deliver greater accuracy, consistency and control than AI alone. In others, technologies such as machine learning can improve inspection, classification, optimisation and predictive analysis.
Our approach is simple - we use the right technology for the job, ensuring every solution delivers practical value, reliability and long-term performance.
Cyber security is an important consideration in every software project. As more manufacturing and laboratory systems become connected, protecting data, users and systems is an essential part of modern software development.
Motion Design develops software with security in mind, incorporating appropriate user authentication, access controls, secure development practices and integration methods suited to the project. We also work with customers and their IT teams to ensure solutions integrate appropriately within their existing network and security environments.
Because every business has different infrastructure, security requirements and compliance obligations, we consider cyber security throughout the design and development process and apply practical solutions that are appropriate for each application.
Our smart software provides live event and KPI tracking and can integrate with any ERP, MES, LIMS, CRM, etc. This allows you to report on a host of measures including errors and time lost. You can use it to easily find any bottlenecks and view actual throughput and monitor machine OEE in real time.
