
NewForge is a technology company specializing in AI and AR-powered solutions to transform manufacturing knowledge into simple, actionable steps. Their flagship platform, NewForge Knowledge Place, uses artificial intelligence to capture and convert complex manufacturing information into clear work instructions accessible on any mobile device, enhancing frontline workforce productivity and reducing equipment downtime. The platform also integrates augmented reality for remote expert collaboration, enabling real-time troubleshooting and training. Trusted by large enterprises like Bühler and BMW, NewForge's solutions improve operational efficiency, quality control, and customer satisfaction across diverse industries including manufacturing, aerospace, logistics, and automotive. Their business model includes subscription-based SaaS offerings with tiered pricing plans and hardware bundles for smart glasses integration.

NewForge is a technology company specializing in AI and AR-powered solutions to transform manufacturing knowledge into simple, actionable steps. Their flagship platform, NewForge Knowledge Place, uses artificial intelligence to capture and convert complex manufacturing information into clear work instructions accessible on any mobile device, enhancing frontline workforce productivity and reducing equipment downtime. The platform also integrates augmented reality for remote expert collaboration, enabling real-time troubleshooting and training. Trusted by large enterprises like Bühler and BMW, NewForge's solutions improve operational efficiency, quality control, and customer satisfaction across diverse industries including manufacturing, aerospace, logistics, and automotive. Their business model includes subscription-based SaaS offerings with tiered pricing plans and hardware bundles for smart glasses integration.
Sector: AI & AR for manufacturing operations
Flagship product(s): NewForge Knowledge Place; ForgeOS
Business model: Subscription-based SaaS with hardware bundles
Headcount (reported): 9
Recent funding: Pre-Seed round closed 2023-02-07
Manufacturing operations knowledge capture, work instruction generation, frontline productivity, and remote troubleshooting/training.
2019
Manufacturing software / Industrial software
Recorded as the most recent round.
“Has institutional support from regional investors (SC Launch, Inc.; South Carolina Research Authority)”