Empowering the UK Defence Supply Chain: How 123Insight ERP Supports Make UK’s Defence Plan

The UK’s defence manufacturing sector is undergoing a transformation. With global tensions rising and the Ministry of Defence seeking to reinforce sovereign capabilities, Make UK Defence has laid out a strategic plan to drive innovation, strengthen resilience and grow the UK’s industrial base. At 123Insight, we stand firmly aligned with these priorities — and our ERP solution is ready to support them.

Driving Innovation Through Digital Transformation

Digitalisation is at the heart of defence sector modernisation. As OEMs demand higher levels of transparency, traceability, and compliance, suppliers must adapt. 123Insight ERP provides a future-ready platform that enables SMEs in the defence sector to:

Automate and streamline production, procurement, and compliance workflows.
Maintain full traceability of parts, processes, and suppliers — critical for MOD and NATO contracts.
Leverage real-time data to improve planning, quality, and delivery performance.

Our customers report significant improvements in responsiveness, reporting accuracy, and cost control — all vital in a highly regulated industry.

Enabling Supply Chain Resilience and Sovereignty

Make UK Defence calls for reduced reliance on overseas suppliers and greater sovereign capability. 123Insight plays a key role by enabling:

Reshoring readiness
Our ERP makes it easier to onboard any supplier and manage complex supply chains with ease.
Agility
Manufacturers can quickly respond to shifting requirements and disruptions, thanks to lean MRP and demand-driven scheduling tools.
Security
Our UK-based solution ensures data residency and compliance with MOD cybersecurity standards.

Supporting SME Growth and Skills Development

One of the biggest challenges for defence suppliers is managing growth while maintaining compliance and control. 123Insight ERP is designed to scale with your business — without the burden of costly infrastructure or long implementation cycles.

Subscription-based pricing removes the barrier to entry for smaller firms.
No long-term contracts: You pay only while the system delivers value.
Comprehensive training: Our modular training approach helps upskill your workforce and reduce onboarding time.

This directly supports Make UK Defence’s goal of developing a future-ready industrial base, powered by skilled workers and empowered SMEs.

Championing UK Manufacturing Competitiveness

Our mission is to strengthen the backbone of British industry. With 123Insight ERP, manufacturers in the defence sector can:

Reduce overhead and waste

Achieve certifications with ease (AS9100, ISO 9001, etc.) through built-in quality management tools

Improve OTD and customer satisfaction

We believe that a competitive UK defence supply chain starts with smart, accessible, and powerful digital tools — and that's exactly what 123Insight delivers.

Join the Mission

At 123Insight, we’re proud to support the objectives of the Make UK Defence plan. Our ERP platform has already helped numerous UK manufacturers operate more efficiently, grow sustainably, and meet the demands of modern defence procurement.

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