Hallmark Cards

Hallmark Cards takes advantage of Solarsoft for retail packaging operations

“The ability to estimate our various products, but specifically handle the intricate mixed sheeting, was key to our selection of a software supplier. Additionally, we had a very tight deadline for implementation and needed to work with a product that handled the complexities of the production process. Having reviewed several solutions, Solarsoft’s estimating software was the clear choice,” explains Sharon Thackray, Head of Finance.

When Hallmark Cards Plc, the UK subsidiary of the world's largest producer of greeting cards, was looking for an integrated estimating system to replace their old spreadsheets, they knew they would be faced with a daunting task. Having reviewed several solutions, the  estimating software from Solarsoft was the clear choice.

At Hallmark, estimating had been a manual process done by using spreadsheets. With the existing system it was difficult to maintain correct costing. The system was also dependent on key individuals and their knowledge.

After the implementation of Solarsoft, Hallmark has noted the following changes:

• Easy estimating of complex products
• Improved costing control for multi-component jobs
• Increased visibility into manufacturing workflow
• Access to 'what-if' cost comparisons on the fly.

At Hallmark Cards, Solarsoft's software also integrates with the Hallmark's corporate PeopleSoft/JD Edwards and Data 3 ERP systems to seamlessly pass information.