Kornit Digital has acquired Netherlands-based workflow software provider PrintFactory as part of its strategy to accelerate the shift toward digital, on-demand textile production.
The deal will see PrintFactory’s cloud-native workflow, colour management and automation technology integrated into Kornit’s wider platform, connecting demand generation, production and fulfilment into a single digital ecosystem.
The move targets the large global screen-printing segment, which remains heavily reliant on analogue processes despite growing demand for digital production. Kornit said many producers still face barriers when transitioning, including managing complex workflows, integrating multiple technologies and maintaining consistent output across sites.
PrintFactory’s platform is designed to address these challenges by enabling unified workflow management and consistent results across mixed production environments. The company’s software is currently deployed across thousands of sites worldwide and supports more than 3500 models of printing and cutting devices.
Kornit said the integration will help producers streamline operations from file preparation to final output, reducing waste while improving efficiency and repeatability. These capabilities are particularly relevant for large-scale, distributed manufacturing networks where consistency and visibility are critical.
The acquisition also brings an installed base of more than 10,000 users, including several existing Kornit customers, as well as additional expertise in workflow and colour management.
Ronen Samuel, CEO at Kornit Digital, said: “This acquisition is about more than workflow or colour management. It is about building the digital infrastructure the fashion industry needs to move from analog production to agile, on-demand manufacturing. By connecting demand generation, production workflow and manufacturing through one integrated platform, we are accelerating the industry’s transition to a new production model.”
Erik Strik, CEO at PrintFactory, added: “For more than three decades, PrintFactory has focused on solving real workflow and production challenges for professional print operations. Joining Kornit opens an exciting new chapter. Kornit’s global reach, innovation culture and platform vision will accelerate our roadmap and significantly expand the value we deliver to customers worldwide.”
