CAD supplier ArtiCAD has joined with Anthill to provide a single system, for KBB retailers, offering initial design through to installation, invoicing and after-care.

ArtiCAD will integrate its design and pricing software, ArtiCAD-Pro, with Anthill’s CRM, process management and automation platform, providing a single dashboard.

Director of ArtiCAD Theresa Turner commented on the partnership: “The synergy between our two companies is striking.

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“We are both dedicated towards the success of the KBB sector and have strong track records in delivering robust, flexible solutions – underpinned by our constant investment in innovative technologies to help our customers sell.

“This is a very exciting announcement for ArtiCAD and, I am sure, for many of our retailers, who will welcome the opportunities and benefits delivered by such a powerful, all-encompassing business system.”

The CAD software supplier recently added a virtual meeting function to its ArtiVR virtual reality software.

Founded in 1992, ArtiCAD has more than 7,500 users in the UK, as well as subsidiary companies in Ireland, North America and South Africa.

In addition, the company has distribution partners in Australia, New Zealand and Spain.

Founder and CEO of Anthill John Endeacott added: “In bringing Anthill and ArtiCAD together, retailers will be able to deliver the best possible customer journey in combination with a streamlined and guided user experience.

“With the wealth of KBB expertise both organisations possess, the improvements a retailer can now make to their operation are game-changing.”

Anthill was founded in 2010 and its CRM software is used by Kutchenhaus, Magnet, Homebase, John Lewis of Hungerford and Starplan Kichens & Bathrooms.