Paint & Coatings Manufacturing Made Easy

Mar-Kov’s paint & coatings manufacturing software is designed for batch producers of paints, coatings, sealants, and adhesives, helping you track materials from start to finish, ensure VOC and GHS compliance, reduce manual errors, and minimize waste to improve profitability.

Track All Inventory

Get total visibility into raw materials, pigments, and finished goods — know exactly where everything is in your warehouse.

Real Time Production Oversite

Monitor mixing, milling, and filling operations with live data and automated checks for full real-time production oversight.

Analyze Margins and CoGs

Track margins and cost of goods sold (CoGs) by product line or formulation to optimize pricing and profitability.

LIMS

Log all test results, enforce electronic quarantine, and automatically generate CofAs to meet quality specs and customer demands.

Automate MRP

Automatically calculate what to produce and purchase based on your sales orders, stock levels, and lead times.

Formulation Management

Securely store all base and custom formulations with full version control and easy access to client-specific recipes.

Integrate Seamlessly

Connect with QuickBooks, EDI, and other platforms to eliminate manual entry and reduce errors across systems.

Enforce GMP Compliance

Ensure every batch meets internal specs and customer requirements with built-in GMP compliance tools.

Paint & Coatings Manufacturing Challenges We Solve

Paint Industry Challenges

I can’t see what’s happening on the production floor in real time

I don’t know exactly what we have in stock or where it’s located

I don’t have a clear view of our product margins or true costs

I’m stuck manually logging test results and generating CofAs

I’m constantly guessing what to produce or purchase to fill orders

I’m losing track of formulation changes and custom client recipes

I’m wasting time on manual entry across disconnected systems

I can’t confidently prove every batch meets quality and GMP standards

Mar-Kov Provides

Complete visibility and control over all inventory across your facility

Real-time oversight with live production data and automated checks

Detailed margin and CoGs analysis by batch and formulation

Built-in LIMS to automate testing, quarantine, and CoAs generation

Automated MRP tools that tell you exactly what to make and what to buy

Secure formulation management with version control and traceability

Seamless integration with QuickBooks, EDI, and other platforms

Digital tools to enforce GMP compliance and track every batch

Everything you need to succeed

All the information you need
to run your business

Intuitive Dashboards gives you the live birds eye view of your organization and Mar-Kov’s reports give you the detailed information you need to make smart decisions.

The expertise you need
to be successful

Mar-Kov provides the industry leading implementation team. Our expert staff is with you every step of the way to ensure your implementation is a success.

All the features you need
to scale your business

Mar-Kov is focused on batch manufacturers.We have the features you need now, and the features you will need as you scale your business.

Can Mar-Kov help me monitor profit margins across my paint and coatings product lines?

Yes, Mar-Kov’s margin tracking tools let you analyze profitability by product, SKU, customer, or batch. You can view contribution margins in real time and drill into cost components like raw materials, labor, and waste. With built-in reporting, you can easily identify underperforming products and take corrective action—whether that means price adjustments, sourcing changes, or process improvements.

Can Paint and Coating Manufacturers use QuickBooks with Mar-Kov?

Yes, Mar-Kov integrates seamlessly with both QuickBooks Online and QuickBooks Desktop. Our integration enables automatic syncing of financial data such as purchase orders, vendor invoices, inventory adjustments, and batch costing. This ensures that your production and accounting systems stay in sync—reducing double data entry, minimizing errors, and saving valuable time for your finance team. Mar-Kov manages Inventory, BOMs, and Production, QuickBooks Manages accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger.

Can Mar-Kov’s Chemical ERP system track quality data?

Yes—Mar-Kov includes a fully integrated quality management system (QMS) designed specifically for paint and coating manufacturing. Our platform tracks and enforces required testing and sampling at every stage: raw materials, in-process production, and finished goods. You can configure electronic quality holds and quarantines to automatically prevent non-compliant materials or batches from progressing through the workflow. All test results, deviations, and Certificates of Analysis (COAs) are logged within the system, ensuring complete traceability and regulatory compliance—without needing third-party QA software.

How can I scale a formula from lab to production?

Scaling up from the lab is simple with Mar-Kov. Our platform supports automated batch scaling based on target volume or packaging units, adjusting each ingredient according to defined tolerances. The system also factors in equipment capacity, process times, and QA checkpoints—ensuring your production batches maintain the same integrity as your lab samples.

How does Mar-Kov support GMP compliance in paint and coatings manufacturing?

Mar-Kov is designed to align with ISO and GMP standards by enforcing documented procedures, audit trails, and material traceability throughout your operations. The system ensures that all actions—from raw material receipt to finished product release—are recorded and verifiable. Electronic signatures, access controls, and automated workflows help you maintain a state of continuous compliance and prepare for inspections with confidence.

How can I track the cost of goods sold (COGS) in paint and coating manufacturing?

Mar-Kov automatically calculates COGS for every batch using actual material costs, labor time, and landed costs, Our system records real-time consumption and yields, providing an accurate cost profile for every product. You can compare planned vs. actual costs and quickly identify variance drivers—empowering better pricing and profitability analysis.

How does Mar-Kov support cost optimization in paint and coating manufacturing?

Mar-Kov helps you reduce costs through:

Real-time yield monitoring and waste reduction analytics
Supplier price comparison and procurement insights
“What-if” cost modeling for formulation changes
Automated reorder suggestions to avoid rush purchases By having full cost visibility at every level of production, you can optimize both pricing strategies and operational efficiency.

How does the Manufacturing Execution System (MES) work?

Mar-Kov's Manufacturing Execution System (MES) bridges the gap between planning and production by managing and monitoring real-time shop floor operations. Mar-Kov's MES integrates with your scales, equipment, and barcoding to direct your operators through each step and checks to make sure they perform it correctly. This automatically updates inventory, creates Electronic Batch Records, and ensures a perfect batch every time.

What data can be synced between Mar-Kov and QuickBooks?

Mar-Kov’s QuickBooks integration supports bi-directional syncing of:

Vendor and customer records
Purchase orders and receipts
Invoices and bills
Inventory transactions (e.g., raw material usage and finished goods output)
Journal entries for batch costing or overhead allocation
This allows your accounting software to reflect real-time manufacturing activity without manual reconciliation.

The Better Way of Paints & Coatings Manufacturing