How Peleman streamlined and automated their business with Polotno

>5x faster adjustments

From months to days, Peleman got much faster at managing editor-related business logic.

From 3 to 1

Polotno replaced multiple vendors and enabled Peleman to boost their profits.

Robust automation

Peleman leverages Polotno to completely automate a variety of tasks.

Peleman, a producer of custom printed products with offices in the UK, US, and EU, integrated Polotno to achieve a >5x faster feature implementation and significant cost savings. The platform's flexibility and responsive support have streamlined their workflows, enabling them to efficiently meet customer demands across their global operations.

The challenge

Peleman’s previous image editor was slow and costly, taking months to implement necessary changes and lacking flexibility for custom projects. This inefficiency hindered their ability to meet diverse customer needs across their global offices.

The outcome

By integrating Polotno, Peleman significantly reduced implementation time and cut costs. The platform’s flexibility and responsive support transformed their workflow, enabling quick adjustments and streamlined operations.

Polotno’s integration enabled Peleman to streamline operations by replacing multiple third-party processes and systems with a single, flexible platform. Previously, Peleman relied on various external programs for tasks like photo book creation and printing plates, leading to inefficiencies and higher costs. With Polotno, these functions were unified into one system, simplifying their workflow, reducing vendor management complexity, and speeding up project turnaround, all while enhancing the overall user experience.

The challenge

Overcoming Operational Bottlenecks

Peleman faced significant challenges with their previous image editor, which was cumbersome, slow, and costly. Every change or customization required extensive effort and time, often taking months to implement. This inefficiency not only delayed projects but also frustrated both Peleman and their customers, as they struggled to keep up with the demands of a fast-paced industry.

The lack of flexibility in the old system further compounded the problem. Peleman’s diverse range of products, including custom printing plates and photo books, required a solution that could easily adapt to specific customer needs. However, the rigid structure of their previous editor made it nearly impossible to create and adjust templates quickly. This limitation meant that even minor adjustments became major projects, adding unnecessary complexity and delays to their workflow.

Additionally, the high costs associated with maintaining the outdated system were unsustainable. The editor’s monthly fees, coupled with the resource-intensive process of making even simple changes, drained valuable resources that could have been better allocated elsewhere. Peleman needed a more efficient, flexible, and cost-effective solution to overcome these operational bottlenecks and better serve their global customer base.

The solution

Implementing polotno to centralize and simplify Peleman’s production process

To address their operational challenges, Peleman integrated Polotno as their primary image editor, transforming their workflow. Unlike their previous system, Polotno offered not only a user-friendly interface but also the flexibility that drastically reduced the time required to implement new features and adjustments. The transition enabled Peleman to respond to customer demands more quickly and efficiently, eliminating the long delays that previously plagued their projects. This newfound agility allowed them to stay competitive in a fast-paced market.

Polotno’s flexibility was a game-changer for Peleman. The platform made it easy to create and adjust templates to meet specific customer needs, from custom metal plates to automated photo book generation. The ability to quickly adapt and tailor their offerings meant that Peleman could now provide a more personalized service to their clients. This flexibility also extended to internal processes, where Polotno’s customizable features allowed Peleman to streamline and automate tasks like setting up new customers that were previously manual and time-consuming.

Furthermore, Polotno’s integration helped Peleman reduce operational costs by consolidating multiple third-party systems into a single, cohesive platform. This not only simplified their technology stack but also eliminated the high fees associated with maintaining disparate systems. With Polotno, Peleman could allocate resources more effectively, focusing on innovation and customer service rather than troubleshooting and system maintenance. The overall result was a more efficient, cost-effective operation that positioned Peleman for continued success.

"Now for simple customers we can have a setup ready in a matter of hours."

Chris Schippers

Software Engineer at Peleman

The outcome

Unlocking efficiency and flexibility to transform Peleman's operations

The integration of Polotno resulted in several positive outcomes for Peleman:

Enhanced Productivity: The design and production processes became significantly more efficient, allowing Peleman to meet customer demands faster. Automated content generation from uploaded files and template-based designs significantly accelerated the production cycle.
Greater Flexibility: Peleman could easily create and adjust templates, catering to specific customer requirements without extensive delays. For instance, they developed templates for funeral homes to create personalized printing plates quickly and easily.
Cost Savings: The switch to Polotno reduced operational costs while providing a more powerful and flexible solution. Peleman no longer faced the high monthly fees from the previous editor and could allocate those funds to other business areas.
Improved Customer Experience: Customers benefited from a more intuitive and efficient design process. The ability to save and load custom templates made repeat orders straightforward and hassle-free.