AI-native manufacturing control for operations teams spread thin
Fishbowl brings inventory, manufacturing, and AI together so teams can quickly see what’s ready, what’s blocked, what needs attention, and what to do next—without ERP complexity or adding headcount.
- Utilize real-time inventory visibility and control across all locations
- Leverage robust order fulfillment for your physical warehouses, on-the-go inventory, 3PL, or drop shipping
- Create consistency, flow, and predictability for your most complex manufacturing processes
Trusted by 6,000+ businesses to ship on time, reduce shortages, and keep inventory aligned with demand.
AI-powered manufacturing that adapts to how you run
From lean teams fighting daily surprises to complex operations across locations, Fishbowl helps manufacturers reduce manual work, spot issues sooner, and keep production moving—without added complexity.
Automate prep work and eliminate manual checks so the same team can ship more—without burnout or heroics.
Get clear visibility across inventory, production, and purchasing—so problems surface early, not after schedules or cash are impacted.
A 24/7 AI operations specialist checks readiness, explains blockers, and prepares next steps so anyone on the team can move work forward.
Know what's buildable, what's missing, and what's at risk before you commit—so fewer jobs stall and fewer decisions rely on guesswork.
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Automate the manual work that slows production down
When teams are stretched thin, it's not production that breaks—it's the manual prep work. Fishbowl uses AI to take that load off your team by automating checks, surfacing issues earlier, and preparing the next steps—so the same people can get more done without burning out.
- 24/7 expert ops specialist to help with manual tasks, data requests, and more
- Ask plain-language questions to understand readiness and uncover shortages
- AI automatically drafts POs, MOs, and WOs for you
- Reduce reliance on tribal knowledge
Manufacture with confidence at every step of the process
Fishbowl Manufacturing brings together real-time inventory, fulfillment, and manufacturing operations in one intuitive system. It's designed for manufacturers who want accuracy, control, and insight—without constantly auditing spreadsheets or juggling multiple apps.
Tailored to manufacturers, not generic systems
Fishbowl is built specifically for manufacturers who need control over inventory, materials, and production—without forcing their operation into generic workflows or ERP-level complexity.
- Multi-stage production workflows — Create and manage BOMs and work orders. Automatically convert sales orders into production jobs and connect material availability, labor, and costs at each stage. Streamline operations from raw materials to finished goods.
- Material planning tied to real production needs — Plan jobs and purchasing based on what you're building, what's available, and what's needed next—so materials support production instead of creating excess or shortages.
- Inventory built for production, not just tracking — See raw materials, finished goods, and costing in context, with inventory tied back to orders and production activity, not just counts on a shelf.
- Track labor, cost & margins — Measure labor, overhead, and material costs in real time. Dashboards show performance, yield, and margins—so you can pinpoint inefficiencies and protect profitability.
Advanced AI-driven insights for smarter decisions
Fishbowl also uses AI to analyze trends, performance, and risk—so leaders can make better decisions without digging through reports or spreadsheets.
- AI-powered forecasting & demand planning — Analyze trends, seasonality, and demand to anticipate needs earlier and avoid surprises.
- Automated reporting and dashboards — Get clear visibility into inventory, production, margins, and performance, with simple to build custom dashboards.
- Actionable insights and alerts — Surface risks, inefficiencies, and opportunities across your operation so issues are caught earlier, not after the fact.
AI capabilities vary by solution and configuration. Fishbowl helps match the right AI tools—insight or execution—to how your operation runs today.
Works with the systems you already rely on
- Accounting you can trust — Inventory, production, and purchasing sync automatically with QuickBooks, NetSuite, and Xero—no double entry.
- A tech stack that fits your operation — Connect ecommerce, shipping, CRM, 3PL, and CAD tools to match how your business actually runs.
- Fewer handoffs. Fewer mistakes. — Automate order flow, shipping updates, and BOM imports to reduce rework and errors across teams.
Why Fishbowl Manufacturing?
Create consistency, flow, and predictability for your most complex manufacturing processes. Fishbowl helps you optimize your operations with the data that matters most to your business.
- Designed for manufacturing complexity, without complexity in usage
- Production, inventory, and warehouse management in one platform
- AI-driven forecasting and insights
- Real-time visibility of material flow and cost at every step
- QuickBooks/Xero sync with NetSuite connector coming soon
- Fast implementation and support focused on SMB manufacturers
Who it's for
Fishbowl Manufacturing is ideal for businesses that:
- Build or customize products and need to track production and stock
- Use QuickBooks, Xero, or NetSuite and need more than basic inventory control
- Want smart forecasting without hiring a data science team
- Need visibility into WIP, labor costs, and margins job by job
- Are ready to scale without reinventing their processes
Fishbowl streamlines your operational processes into efficient workflows
You're selling more than products, and your best work does all the talking. Your reputation relies on accurate and timely control of your inventory. No matter your industry, Fishbowl provides the right tools to help your business compete.
