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Fictiv

3D printing software
Supply chain business networks
Supply chain management software
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What is Fictiv

Fictiv is a cloud-based manufacturing and supply chain management platform that helps engineering and procurement teams source custom parts and manage production across a distributed network of manufacturing partners. It supports workflows such as quoting, order placement, production tracking, quality documentation, and logistics coordination for CNC machining, injection molding, and additive manufacturing. The product emphasizes digital collaboration between buyers and suppliers, with centralized visibility into part status and supplier performance. It is typically used by hardware companies to move from prototype to production while maintaining traceability and process controls.

pros

Integrated sourcing-to-delivery workflow

Fictiv combines quoting, purchasing, production status tracking, and delivery coordination in one system rather than focusing only on design or print preparation. This can reduce handoffs between engineering, procurement, and suppliers by keeping part specifications, revisions, and order records together. The platform is oriented to operational execution (orders and suppliers) rather than CAD modeling or slicer toolpaths. This makes it suitable for teams managing multiple part orders and suppliers concurrently.

Supplier network and capacity access

The platform connects buyers to a managed network of manufacturing partners, which can help teams source processes beyond in-house capabilities. It supports multiple manufacturing methods (including additive manufacturing alongside machining and molding), enabling process selection based on requirements. This network model can shorten the time to identify qualified suppliers compared with building a supplier base from scratch. It also provides a consistent ordering interface across different suppliers.

Order visibility and documentation

Fictiv provides centralized tracking for order milestones, communications, and quality-related artifacts, which supports traceability. Teams can use this to monitor progress across many parts and programs without relying solely on email and spreadsheets. The system is designed to keep records of what was ordered, when it changed, and what was delivered. This is particularly relevant for regulated or quality-sensitive hardware programs that require documentation retention.

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Not a CAD or slicer tool

Fictiv does not replace engineering design tools or dedicated 3D printing preparation software used to generate printer-specific toolpaths. Users still need separate CAD and, where applicable, print preparation/slicing software for geometry creation and machine-level control. As a result, it fits best as an operations layer around manufacturing rather than a design-to-print workstation tool. Organizations expecting deep modeling or printer fleet control will need additional products.

Network dependence and vendor lock-in

Because fulfillment relies on a specific supplier network and platform workflow, switching suppliers or moving orders outside the platform can require process changes. Pricing, lead times, and available capabilities depend on the participating manufacturing partners and Fictiv’s operating model. Some organizations may prefer direct supplier relationships for strategic sourcing or negotiated terms. This can be a constraint for companies with established supplier contracts and internal procurement systems.

ERP integration depth varies

Companies with mature supply chain stacks often require tight integration with ERP, PLM, and quality management systems for part masters, approvals, and financial controls. The effort to align item data, revisions, and purchasing workflows can be non-trivial and may require services or custom integration. If integrations are limited, teams may duplicate data entry between systems. This can reduce the value of centralized visibility for enterprises with strict governance requirements.

Plan & Pricing

Pricing model: Pay-as-you-go (quote-based; per-part and per-order pricing delivered via the Fictiv platform)

How pricing is provided: Instant quotes are generated after you upload a 3D model or submit an RFQ; pricing varies by process (3D printing, CNC, injection molding, etc.), material, finish, quantity, lead time, and logistics (landed cost/DDP options). The vendor does not publish fixed per-unit or subscription prices on the public site — customers receive individualized quotes through the platform or by contacting sales.

Free account / onboarding: Users can create a free account to upload parts and get instant quotes; the site repeatedly invites users to “Create free account” or “Get Instant Quote.”

Enterprise / Teams: Fictiv offers Fictiv Teams (a workspace for organizations) and Preferred/negotiated pricing for teams/accounts — these are enabled/negotiated via the account/sales team rather than displayed as public prices.

Promotions / offers: The site lists time-limited promotion(s) (example: a Free Tool offer for qualifying injection-molding orders up to a stated value) that are promotional and not general platform free trials.

Example costs: No public example per-part prices are published on the official site; customers are instructed to upload designs to receive instant, individualized quotes.

Discounts & negotiated pricing: Volume/term-based Preferred Pricing and negotiated enterprise pricing are available by contacting Fictiv/sales (Preferred Pricing is applied within Teams accounts as negotiated).

Seller details

Fictiv, Inc.
San Francisco, CA, USA
2013
Private
https://www.fictiv.com/
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