Tulip Interfaces, commonly known as Tulip, is an American industrial software company headquartered in Somerville, Massachusetts, specializing in cloud-based, low-code/no-code platforms for the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT). Founded in 2012 by Natan Linder and Rony Kubat, with origins in MIT Media Lab research, Tulip provides manufacturing execution, quality management, and production tracking applications used by industries such as aerospace, pharmaceuticals, and medical devices. The company is recognized for its partnerships with major firms like DMG Mori Seiki Co. and Sartorius AG, and for hosting the annual "Operations Calling" conference focused on manufacturing technology.

Tulip Interfaces
Tulip
Company typePrivate
IndustryIndustrial software; IIoT
Founded2012
FoundersNatan Linder, Rony Kubat
Headquarters,
United States
Area served
Worldwide
Key people
Natan Linder (chief executive)
Websitetulip.co

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Overview of technology

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Tulip is a cloud-based, low-code/no-code platform used by manufacturers to create apps for manufacturing execution, digital work instructions, quality management, production tracking, traceability, and more. The platform features an open architecture and integrates with machines, sensors, and enterprise systems like ERP, PLM, and QMS to collect and share data.[1]

Conferences and events

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Tulip hosts "Operations Calling," an annual conference focused on operations technology and manufacturing industry-related topics.[2] Tulip has also been featured at industrial trade events such as Hannover Messe.[3][4]

History

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Tulip was founded in 2012 by Natan Linder and Rony Kubat, originating from research conducted at the MIT Media Lab.[5][6]

In 2018, the company launched its "Factory Kit," which combined its cloud-based software with IoT hardware, including sensors and gateways.[3]In 2019, Tulip formed a partnership with DMG Mori Seiki Co. to integrate its software with DMG Mori's manufacturing equipment.[7][8]

In April 2022, Tulip established its new global headquarters and opened a "Tulip Experience Center" at Assembly Row in Somerville, Massachusetts.[9]

In 2025, Tulip partnered with Sartorius Stedim Biotech to integrate its platform with Sartorius' Biobrain automation suite, improving biomanufacturing processes.[10]

See also

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References

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  1. ^ a b "30 Internet of Things Examples You Should Know". Built In. March 19, 2024. Retrieved August 20, 2025.
  2. ^ "Tulip Operations Calling 2023 — Event Report". FlowFuse Blog. September 2023. Retrieved August 20, 2025.
  3. ^ a b Neil, Stephanie (May 2, 2018). "The Do-It-Yourself Digital Factory". Automation World. Retrieved August 20, 2025.
  4. ^ "From pop-up factories to AI enhancements: Tulip's pioneering strategies for agile manufacturing". IIoT-World. 2024. Retrieved August 20, 2025.
  5. ^ "Digitizing manufacturing, one app at a time". MIT News. August 1, 2019. Retrieved August 20, 2025.
  6. ^ "GxP Ready No-Code PaaS IoT Self-Serve Manufacturing Apps — Tulip Interfaces Briefing Note". Axendia. January 9, 2020. Retrieved August 20, 2025.
  7. ^ "DMG Mori partners with TULIP in agile manufacturing solutions". Machinery. September 23, 2019. Retrieved August 20, 2025.
  8. ^ Heater, Brian (September 24, 2019). "Manufacturing app platform Tulip raises a $39.5M Series B". TechCrunch. Retrieved August 20, 2025.
  9. ^ "Tulip Interfaces Global HQ and DMG MORI subsidiary to open in Assembly Row". JLL. April 12, 2022. Retrieved August 20, 2025.
  10. ^ "Sartorius Stedim Biotech and Tulip partner to drive end-to-end biomanufacturing visibility and optimization". Sartorius Newsroom. April 9, 2025. Retrieved August 20, 2025.
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