Ministry of Bits is thrilled to announce the launch of Sherpa and its suite of companion products, ushering in a new era of shop management for screen printing businesses. Sherpa is the next-generation all-in-one solution tailored specifically for decorators, designed to streamline operations from customer specifications to payments, ensuring every detail is accounted for and nothing falls through the cracks.
Revolutionizing the Industry
Sherpa introduces groundbreaking features to the industry, including automated wireless printing of inventory labels for your screens. This functionality is powered by the Brother P-Touch PT-D610BT Business Professional Connected Label Maker, making screen management seamless and efficient.
The platform bridges the gap between the front office and production floor with an innovative Status Board system. This dynamic tool displays print jobs for the day, goals, announcements, and team availability, keeping your entire team informed and aligned. Running locally on a Mac or PC, Sherpa delivers lightning-fast performance. Unlike many cloud-based solutions, there’s no lag or waiting for systems to catch up – Sherpa empowers you to work at top speed.
A Powerful Companion: Sidekick
When your orders are ready for production, Sherpa seamlessly integrates with its free companion app, Sidekick for iPad. Designed to enhance the production workflow, Sidekick enables effortless tracking and automation of crucial tasks such as apparel counting, artwork viewing, ink specification reviews, and capturing press sample approvals. Sidekick transforms chaos into clarity, unlocking your production team’s full potential.
Cutting-Edge Integration
Sidekick takes innovation further by integrating with several wireless devices to boost efficiency. Use a handheld Bluetooth scanner to track screens and input shipping label tracking numbers, or combine Sidekick with the Rollo Wireless Printer for quick and easy shipping label printing. In an industry-first, Sidekick can connect with the PageFlip Dragonfly Bluetooth pedal, allowing you to perform apparel counts hands-free, improving both accuracy and speed.
Proactive Screen Management
Together, Sherpa and Sidekick redefine screen management. Assign screens to jobs to automatically track impression counts, cleanings, and overall wear. Sidekick provides timely reminders for tension checks and mesh replacements, ensuring optimal performance. Over time, Sherpa’s fine-grain tracking reveals which screen products deliver the best results, empowering you to choose the perfect screen for each print job. Say goodbye to unexpected screen failures and hello to professional-grade shop management.
Enhanced Communication with the Status Board
Sherpa’s Status Board functionality is seamlessly integrated into Sidekick. Connect an iPad to a large display or TV, and instantly communicate daily work schedules and updates to your team. Real-time updates ensure that everyone from the front office to the production floor is on the same page, enhancing communication and boosting overall efficiency.
A Dedicated Customer Portal
Sherpa also includes a dedicated customer ordering portal, accessible via a custom URL path of your choosing. This portal offers retail customers and brokers a user-friendly platform to place orders, which are then seamlessly integrated into Sherpa. With custom branding options, including your logo and contact information, your customers will enjoy a professional and personalized experience.
Affordable and Innovative
With Sherpa and its suite of solutions, you can enjoy the speed and privacy of local operation while leveraging cutting-edge technology like Apple’s iPad and wireless peripherals. And the best part? Sherpa won’t break the bank. The software is offered with a Lifetime License and includes one year of updates. Sidekick and the customer portal are included at no additional cost.
Sherpa offers 20 free jobs per calendar month, making it an ideal choice for micro-shops aiming to grow their business or larger shops looking to test the platform. From January 23rd through Valentine’s Day 2025, Ministry of Bits is celebrating the launch with special promotions.
Transform Your Business
Visit ministryofbits.com to learn more, explore promotions, or schedule a call to see how Sherpa can revolutionize your screen printing shop. Whether you’re working nights and weekends or running a high-volume shop, Sherpa is the partner you need to elevate your business to new heights.