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Real Time Analytics Platforms for Frontline Operations

Give plant managers and frontline teams live operational visibility with Softrol Systems’ real-time analytics platforms. From production throughput and labor efficiency to utility consumption, cart movement, and multi-site performance, our integrated systems turn plant data into actionable decisions that improve productivity, reduce waste, and keep textile service operations moving.

Real-time analytics dashboard for frontline plant operations

Our Real Time Analytics Platform Services

Integrated analytics and tracking systems that give frontline teams live visibility into productivity, utilities, inventory, and plant performance.

LOIS Systems

Access critical plant performance data from anywhere with modern dashboards, real-time alerts, multi-site visibility, employee performance monitoring, and browser-based reporting across Softrol product lines.

Productivity Systems

Track production output and labor efficiency in real time. PulseNet helps improve Pounds Per Operator Hour and increase plant capacity without requiring additional equipment.

UtiliPulse

Monitor customized utility points including water, natural gas, electricity, temperatures, and flows to understand consumption, reduce waste, and improve operational control.

Management Systems

Use Total Plant Management software to bring operational information into one entry point, identify bottlenecks quickly, and support more efficient plant-wide decision-making.

PPS Cart

Capture return products, build carts, create delivery manifests, track cart locations, report variances, and support route visibility through mobile and system interfaces.

Softrak

Manage individually tracked garments with customer relations, purchasing, invoicing, stockroom, reporting, delivery schedules, and live web visibility for route accounting operations.

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Our Real-Time Analytics Implementation Process

Assess Operational Priorities

Softrol begins by understanding your plant workflow, reporting gaps, operational culture, and frontline decision points. This helps align analytics with real production, labor, utility, inventory, and routing challenges instead of creating disconnected dashboards.

Connect Critical Data Sources

Configure Live Visibility Tools

Deploy With Frontline Teams

Support Continuous Improvement

Proven Operational Impact

Success Stories

Softrol Systems supports textile service operators seeking clearer data, higher productivity, and more efficient plant performance.

"Softrol has been a leader in innovation since the 80's! Real innovation, not copycat, or imitations! Innovation comes from the creators mind! Softrol has creators not imitators and they don't stop in their efforts to make their products better!"

Samuel Garofalo
Samuel Garofalo

"Excellent Hard Working Employees and Customer Service-Robert L. / Acworth Georgia"

Robert Lowman
Robert Lowman
The Softrol Difference

Why Choose Softrol Systems?

Softrol Systems combines industrial automation expertise with practical analytics built for frontline plant performance.

Experience

Softrol has delivered automation and plant data solutions for textile services since 1987.

Integrated Data

LOIS, PulseNet, UtiliPulse, and tracking systems connect operational data across frontline workflows.

Live Visibility

Real-time alerts and browser access help teams monitor plant performance from anywhere.

Ongoing Support

Support before, during, and after installation keeps mission-critical plant systems running reliably.

Meet Softrol Systems

Experienced automation leaders serving textile service operations worldwide.

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Chad Keith

Chief Operating Officer & CEO

Chad Keith serves as both Chief Operating Officer and CEO of Softrol Systems, simultaneously directing the company's day-to-day operations and its overall strategic vision. In his dual role, he leads an expert team focused on delivering advanced automation solutions for the textile services industry. His combined leadership ensures seamless alignment between operational execution and long-term strategy, driving Softrol's commitment to quality, innovation, and enduring customer partnerships.

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Brent Keith

President

Brent Keith serves as President of Softrol Systems, overseeing the company's strategic direction and operational excellence. With deep expertise in industrial automation and textile services, Brent plays a crucial role in driving the company's growth and innovation initiatives. He focuses on building strong customer relationships and ensuring that Softrol's solutions meet the evolving needs of the textile services industry. Brent's leadership emphasizes the company's commitment to providing turnkey, robust solutions and maintaining open communication with customers throughout every project.

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Bryan Ogletree

Chief of Engineering

Bryan Ogletree serves as Chief of Engineering at Softrol Systems, leading the engineering function with deep technical expertise in the design and implementation of advanced control systems for industrial applications. His extensive knowledge of automation technology and control engineering enables him to develop sophisticated solutions that optimize plant operations and improve efficiency. Bryan's hands-on experience with chemical systems, wash aisle controls, and integrated automation platforms makes him an invaluable resource for clients seeking to maximize their operational performance. His leadership ensures that Softrol's automation solutions meet the highest standards of reliability, precision, and innovation in the textile services industry.

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David Tallent

Director Strategic Information Technologies

David Tallent leads Softrol's engineering division as Director of Engineering, overseeing the development of innovative automation solutions and advanced manufacturing systems. His technical expertise drives the creation of cutting-edge control systems, rail automation technology, and integrated software solutions that define industry standards. David's engineering leadership ensures that Softrol's products incorporate the latest technological advances, from Pan-N-Zoom visualization systems to advanced image-based code readers. His commitment to engineering excellence and continuous innovation has been instrumental in developing Softrol's comprehensive automation portfolio. David works closely with clients to design custom solutions that optimize manufacturing processes, improve efficiency, and deliver measurable results for industrial operations worldwide.

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Ryan Keith

Strategic Accounts Manager

Ryan Keith serves as VP Operations at Softrol Systems, managing the operational aspects of the company's comprehensive automation solutions. His role encompasses overseeing the delivery of material handling systems, process control technologies, and integrated data solutions that have made Softrol a leader in textile automation. Ryan ensures that each project maintains Softrol's high standards for quality and service while meeting customer-specific requirements for productivity improvement. His operational expertise supports the company's ability to provide turnkey solutions that integrate seamlessly with existing customer operations, delivering the robust performance that has earned Softrol recognition among Fortune 500 companies.

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Bob Benjamin

Sr. Automation Controls Engineer

Bob Benjamin serves as Vice President of Finance & Administration at Softrol Systems, overseeing financial strategy, administrative operations, and business planning. His expertise in financial management and operational efficiency has been essential in supporting Softrol's growth and expansion initiatives. Bob ensures that the company maintains strong financial health while investing in new technologies and capabilities. His administrative leadership provides the foundation for Softrol's operational excellence and customer service standards. Bob's strategic financial management helps the company navigate market challenges and capitalize on growth opportunities in the manufacturing sector.

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Don Nablo

VP Finance & Administration

Don Nablo leads Softrol's strategic information technology initiatives as Director of Strategic Information Technologies. With extensive experience in automation systems and software development, Don oversees the advancement of Softrol's technology platforms, including the innovative LOIS system that provides remote access to plant performance data. His expertise ensures that Softrol's solutions remain at the forefront of industrial automation technology. Don is instrumental in developing the integrated systems that enable customers to operate efficiently and profitably while maintaining competitive advantages in their markets.

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Kevin Makowski

Director - Engineering

Kevin Makowski serves as Strategic Accounts Manager at Softrol Systems, specializing in developing and maintaining relationships with key industrial and cosmetic manufacturing clients. With deep understanding of complex automation requirements, Kevin works closely with Fortune 500 companies and international manufacturers to identify opportunities for productivity enhancement and operational optimization. His expertise in consultative selling and technical solutions ensures that each strategic partnership delivers measurable results through Softrol's advanced automation technology. Kevin's commitment to understanding each customer's unique business culture and challenges enables him to create joint ventures of success that drive long-term growth and competitive advantage for both Softrol and its valued partners.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a real-time analytics platform for frontline operations?

A real-time analytics platform collects operational data as work is happening, then turns it into dashboards, alerts, reports, and performance indicators. In frontline environments like industrial laundries, this can include production output, labor efficiency, utility consumption, cart movement, equipment status, and plant bottlenecks so managers can make faster, better-informed decisions.

How does Softrol Systems support frontline operational analytics?

What does the LOIS system monitor?

Can real-time analytics help reduce labor costs?

Can Softrol track utility consumption in real time?

Do these analytics platforms integrate with existing plant systems?

What support is available after implementation?

What types of operations benefit most from Softrol analytics?

Need Help Choosing a Platform?

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Awards and Recognition

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Since 1987

Founded in 1987 with decades of automation expertise.

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Automation Leader

Recognized provider for industrial textile automation.

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Fortune 1000 Experience

Trusted by major commercial laundry organizations.

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