Avantguard Complicates Error-Proofing. PICO Keeps It Simple: One Platform, One Price

No ToolsNet. No ToolsTalk. No TechCover. PICO replaces all of them for one simple, transparent price.

 

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Don't let Avantguard hold your factory hostage. Error-proof with flexibility and transparent pricing with PICO.

Why PICO Beats Avantguard for Error-Proofing the Shop Floor

Start Small, Scale As You Grow

PICO offers flexible plans & pricing so you’re only paying for what you need, when you need it. Starting your digitization journey is completely cloud-based and free with digital work instructions.
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Connect Tools from All Your Favorite Brands

Choose from our brand agnostic Device Library of over 200 no-code tool integrations. Connecting manual assembly tools is completely plug-and-play.

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Manage Shop Floor Data in One Place

No need for additional software to analyze & report on data from the shop floor–get instant access to real-time data analytics on a single platform.

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"Being able to show all of our data in one system gives us confidence that we have all of the information we need to solve issues efficiently."

Angelo Menotti, Head of Quality Engineering, Lithos Energy

PICO lets you access all of your shop floor data and analytics in one place

Don't Let Avantguard Box You In

Already running your factory on a complex web of Atlas Copco systems? Sorry, it might be too late (and too expensive) to deploy any other error-proofing solution. But for everyone else–enjoy full control, flexibility, and unlimited, brand agnostic tool integrations with PICO.

 

 

What real customers are saying
Pollington Machine Tool and other manufacturers error-proof with PICO

PICO flexes to your budget and integrates with your existing tools & factory systems, so you don’t have to choose between your favorite brands and error-proofing.

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Avantguard

Capabilities

 Modular MES that error-proofs manual assembly operations all from one platform. Digital work instructions, connected tools, automated data collection, built-in analytics, and full traceability–we do it all.

A standalone software set that requires integration for MES features

Tool Integrations

Brand agnostic. No-code. Unlimited integrations. 

Check out our library of 200+ plug-and-play tool & device integrations. 

Lack of visibility into comprehensive no-code device library

Data Analytics

Automated data capture & built-in analytics pages means you know what's happening on the shop floor at all times. 

Avantguard might collect data, but it needs software integration to interpret and report on that data.

Software Maintenance

 We regularly release new features & upgrades at no additional charge. Our team manages all upgrades and maintenance so you're always getting the latest & greatest error-proofing capabilities.

Requires separate maintenance contract

Cost

Digital work instructions are free, forever. Premium plans are priced at a flat rate through a monthly subscription.

Requires multiple licenses per tool and screen

The Fool-Proof Way to Error-Proof Assembly Manufacturing

Manufacturers choose PICO for its robust, all-in-one error-proofing capabilities. By combining interactive digital worker guidance and tool integrations, operators stay connected as they build, and engineers can maintain full operational visibility across the shop floor through real-time production data. Monitor process efficiency, quality issues, production rates, and more–all from a single error-proofing platform.

Hear what MORryde says about the value of a connected shop floor ➡️

 

Manufacturers of all sizes do more with PICO

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Intuitive and easy to use

PICO is easy and intuitive, the tool integration is really handy, and it almost gamifies the build process. The data tracking is impressive.

Liam S.

Sr. Engineering Technician

Excellent integration capabilities and customer support

The PICO team is excellent—skilled at integrating with a wide range of systems and always ready to support new developments at our facility.

Martin G.

Quality Manager

Easy set-up, helpful training tools

Easy to set up electronic work instructions. The training and webinars show my students what "good work instructions" look like.

Paul C.

Instructor

Compatible and easy to deploy

Extremely compatible with fast-paced prototype and production workflows thanks to its ease of editing and deployment of stations and quality controls.

Elliot H.

Senior Manufacturing Engineer

A truly amazing team

Pico has assembled an amazing team full of professionals. Their customer service has made every step towards error-proofing much easier. The data that Pico helps collect makes everyone better.

Ted T.

Production Manager

Easy set up and maintenance

It's been informative and encouraging to see the abilities that PICO can provide. Each station was generally not difficult to set up and once they were set up, I didn't have to do much to maintain them.

George F.

Manufacturing Engineer

Ease of set-up and deployment

The learning curve was rather rapid, we set up several products quickly and we were able to edit "on-the fly", and immediately release the updates. We reduced redundant data capturing from our previous process methods and data tools. 

Matt B.

Production Manager

Simple user interface

I like the simple user interface- it's easy to read and understand for new users.

Caleb M.

End of Line Test Technician/Team Lead

Speedy deployment & easy to create work instructions

Fast deployment; the support group is quick to respond to customization concerns. Easy to create new work instructions and formatting is far superior to anything else we have used.

Demi C.

Manufacturing Operations Manager

Smooth integration & fantastic customer service

Quick and easy to setup and expand, with the ability to integrate with multiple systems and equipment. Fantastic customer service - always get a response within 24 hrs, usually within a few minutes.

Michael H.

Manufacturing Engineer

Saves $$ on repairs and re-works

PICO allows our assembly operators to have the needed pictures & details to consistently build good product. Each detailed "work instruction" allows our builders to assemble product that they might have never built before with no additional help.  PICO has saved us lots of money in remakes and reworks.

Joe E.

Assembly Engineer

Effective user interface and smart tools integration

I love the user interface and how easy it is to connect 3rd party smart tools. The change control feature makes it easy for me to oversee and track changes across the team.

Gabe A.

Manufacturing Engineer

Fast, efficient onboarding

We utilized PICO to capture production processes and organizational knowledge, implementing faster, more efficient onboarding. Customer support has been exceptional.

Jeremy R.

Quality Process Improvement Manager

Amazing capabilities for a small price

Incredibly powerful with minimal impact on cost.

Raakesh B.

Sr. Manufacturing Engineer

Flexibility and Support

I can not imagine another MES that is as flexible to meet our needs. I have enjoyed working with Pico MES and the Pico team.

Talen G.

Program Manager

Dramatic Production Floor Improvement

Very versatile tool that has many applications that our company is still learning all the ways we can use it. Can't say enough good things about Pico as a company and the great crew they have put together around this software. They are a pleasure to work with.

Greg W.

Process Improvement Engineer

Good MES, very helpful

Once set up, it is very helpful in use of construction of parts and keeping track of quality, especially after allowing the taking of pictures. The steps and tools are also very helpful.

Donald W.

Integrations Engineer

Pico is a must have!

Our experience with Pico has been great. Communication with the staff is exceptional.

Chris S.

Manufacturing Engineer

Simple and Easy to use MES

Loved it. Definitely would recommend to any manufacturing company that wants to go digital.

Trevor O.

Manufacturing Engineer

PICO MES

Overall, I am very happy with PICO. I am not an everyday user, but it has accomplished what we wanted it to do at our plant and we are planning further implementation in the future.

Jarrett H.

Quality Engineer

Heavy Duty Truck Manufacturer

Overall, my experience with Pico MES has been outstanding. The team is very knowledgeable and responsive. We have asked Pico to expand their product offering to accommodate our needs and, so far, we have not had a request that Pico MES could not find a solution for.

Cody C.

Tool Crib Manager

Repeatability and consistency

Pico software has performed great in all areas we have implemented. All operators that have used and interacted with Pico love it. We could not continue with our planned growth as a company without getting our processes documented.

Ben M.

Manufacturing Engineer

Great entry point

Intuitive system with a modular platform. The cost to get in is very reasonable for small companies.

Glenn H.

Director of Process Development

Gain access to hundreds of solutions from a single platform

Bring your shop floor together — people, tools, and data all connected in one system. No rip and replace; just connections. 


 

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