Nordic Supply Tool Enhances Pemamek’s Supply Chain Management

- There is no turning back to the email frenzy for us. We gave the Nordic Supply Tool a finger, and now the whole hand has been taken, chuckles Mr. Sami Multanen, Production manager at Pemamek Oy.

Having experienced significant growth recently, Pemamek serves its heavy metal industry customers with welding and production automation solutions. The company is known for its continuous development capabilities, boldness—and especially for how these qualities translate into measurable added value for customers. To uphold its promise of being the number one in its field globally, its producers must commit to maintaining high work quality.

- One key guarantee of quality is the management of procurement processes and supply chains. It is critical to ensure that materials and components arrive on time, at the right place, and of the right quality, explains Mr. Multanen.

An increasingly complex world impacts supply chains, which may involve various challenges, such as customs clearance processes, logistical issues, or finding production capacity at just the right time.

- Tracking and managing requests for quotations sent to many suppliers via spreadsheets is time-consuming and requires manual work. It also always carries the risk of human errors, describes Mr. Multanen.

Finding the Right Partners Efficiently

Sending requests for quotations via the Nordic Supply Tool is not just a routine task but a strategic decision.

- In project work, scheduling is crucial. We need to know quickly a supplier’s capacity status, and we would prefer them to update their availability on the platform regularly. Finding capacity precisely at the right moment is essential, as situations change rapidly, and order opportunities pass quickly, advises Mr. Multanen.

Companies use the Nordic Supply Tool platform to direct their requests for quotations only to those suppliers who have a realistic chance of meeting the required conditions—ensuring both high-quality quotations and a smooth procurement process.

- Nordic Supply Tool turned out to be clear and easy to use. The request for quotation process works extremely well because the requests are only directed at companies that truly meet the requirements. There are no more misses, Mr. Multanen praises.

With Nordic Supply Tool, all project-related communication can be managed within a single platform. The same request for quotation materials can be sent to multiple companies, and if a company operates in a different language region, the texts entered into the platform can be automatically translated into the recipient company's language.

- Work becomes clearer, and quality improves. I can quickly see who has submitted a quote, handle Non-Disclosure Agreements, and manage all communication on this platform. It’s a bit like using a TV remote control — you can get by without it, but once you get used to it, you never go back, concludes Mr. Multanen.

Nordic Supply Tool is Here to Stay

- Our customers expect us to be a leader in our field. We represent cutting-edge technology, and in that sense, digital supply chain management through the Nordic Supply Tool platform aligns perfectly with our operational model, says Mr. Multanen.

Nordic Supply Tool is designed for finding and maintaining partnerships. This centralized platform serves metal industry suppliers and purchasers, providing cost efficiency purely through time savings. The future of the metal industry lies in smart solutions that combine efficiency, sustainability, and strong partnerships.

- We believe in and invest in the growth of our business. Smooth growth requires smooth processes, and I expect that soon we will be able to rely entirely on the Nordic Supply Tool platform. At the very least, requests for quotations will most reliably be delivered through this platform in the future," predicts Mr. Multanen