Converting Magazine

Software Consulting is an information sy­stems company with know-how in software development and consulting service for different activity areas, including industry companies, particularly packaging, prin­ting, labels, flexible packaging. Its software integrates and manages key business areas such as production, planning, purchasing, sales, logistics, finance, and quality control, helping companies improve efficiency, traceability, and decision-making.

SISTRADE Software Consulting

Travessa da Prelada, 511
4250-380 Porto, Portugal
Tel. +351 226153600

inov@sistrade.com
www.sistrade.com

MANAGEMENT

António Sousa Ribeiro, CEO
Firas Masri, Director Country Managers & Partners
Natacha Santos, International Business Developer  

BUSINESS SECTORS

Software solutions and production workflow management

SALES NETWORK

I&C Gama Group

Sante Conselvan (CEO)
Dario Cavalcoli (Business Development Director)

marketing@gamaiec.com

REPRESENTED BRANDS

Sistrade Software

THE INTERVIEW

Firas Masri

Firas Masri

Director Country Managers & Partners

Natacha Santos

Natacha Santos

International Business Developer

How did 2025 perform for your company, and what achievements did you celebrate at year-end?

The last year was very positive for our company, marked by sustained growth, strengthened international presence, and consolidation of our position as advanced and integrated software solution provider for Printing & Packaging sector. One of the most relevant milestones was the celebration of SISTRADE’s 25th anniversary, marked with a special conference that brought together customers, prospects, partners, and media, reinforcing our journey of innovation and closeness to the market.

We also highlight the launch of the new ATLAS platform, a strategic milestone in the evolution of our technological ecosystem, which introduced the first steps in the integration of Artificial Intelligence, paving the way for more intelligent and assisted solutions.

The year ended with the successful delivery of several international projects, the strengthening of our teams, and continuous recognition of the quality, innovation, and reliability of our solutions.

Which of your technologies are most appreciated by the market?

The market particularly values our integrated Sistrade MIS|ERP|MES platform for its flexibility, parametrization, and ability to adapt to different printing and packaging industry. The Sistrade MES also stands out, with Industry 4.0 capabilities, real-time data collection, and machine integration. In addition, our specialized modules for packaging, flexible packaging, and label printing address the specific needs of each sector with a high level of automation and control.

Which projects did you launch in 2026, and what new developments can you share?

In 2026, the main focus is on the consolidation of the ATLAS platform and the expansion of its technological capabilities. We are evolving the platform with a strong focus on Artificial Intelligence, including the progressive imple­mentation of AI agents that will support users in task automation, data analysis, and decision support.

This year also marks the beginning of a new phase of digital transformation, where the integration of AI into our MIS|ERP|MES system will enable greater operational efficiency, an improved user experience, and more intelligent and autonomous processes, reinforcing our position as a reference in industrial innovation.

THE PRODUCTS

Sistrade Software is a modular MIS/ERP/MES platform that integrates and optimizes industrial operations, including estimating, production planning, purchasing, inventory, logistics, quality control, finance, and business intelligence, improving efficiency, traceability, and decision-making in a single system.

Sistrade for Packaging is an end-to-end solution for the packaging industry that improves efficiency, cost control, and production management. It supports folding cartons, corrugated packaging, and displays, with advanced estimating tools, ECMA and FEFCO-based design libraries, and CAD/DXF integration for faster, more accurate imposition and optimization.

Sistrade for Flexible Packaging streamlines extrusion, lamination, printing, slitting, and finishing processes with tools for technical specifications, workflow management, traceability, planning, quality control, and real-time production monitoring.

Sistrade for Label Printing is an integrated solution for conventional and digital label production, offering tools for technical data management, cutting and engraving operations, cost calculation, comparative cost analysis, production tracking, inventory control, and end-to-end workflow management.

Sistrade MES enhances Industry 4.0 smart manufacturing by connecting machines, operators, and systems in real time through IoT and AI-driven analytics, enabling predictive maintenance, production and quality optimization, anomaly detection, reduced downtime, and faster, data-driven decision-making in fully digitalized industrial environments.