In this episode of ‘Verify in Field,’ host Jacob Edmond welcomes back guest Jonah Coleman for a third installment to discuss the significant news of Innergy’s acquisition of Microvellum. The episode delves into the strategic and cultural alignment between the two companies, emphasizing their shared focus on the woodworking industry and software solutions. Jonah highlights how the acquisition will enable both companies to address industry challenges more effectively, introduce new technological advancements, and improve customer experiences. Key topics include the integration of Microvellum’s extensive product library into Innergy’s design software, shared technological benefits such as improved nesting algorithms, and long-term plans for innovation. The discussion also touches on the crucial role of education in the industry and how both companies aim to enhance training and support for their users.
About Our Guest
Jonah Coleman is the Head of Product at Innergy, a leading cloud-native ERP and design software company built specifically for the woodworking and millwork industries. With a background as an engineer, Jonah brings a unique perspective to product development—grounded in hands-on shop experience and visionary thinking. His passion for solving complex industry problems is evident in his work and his mission: to create raving fans by delivering smarter, faster solutions for millwork teams.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode
- The Strategic Why Behind the Acquisition
Innergy and Microvellum are joining forces with a shared vision and complementary cultures, aiming to solve tough industry challenges with more resources and smarter tools. - What It Means for Microvellum Users
Microvellum isn’t going anywhere. It will continue to develop independently, with its own team and roadmap—now backed by Innergy’s resources and innovation capabilities. - How This Impacts Innergy Design
The acquisition enables Innergy to accelerate its roadmap, especially in areas like nesting, machine code generation, and leveraging Microvellum’s vast product libraries. - Interoperability Without Disruption
Both systems will stay open, allowing shops to choose the tools that fit them best. This means no forced migration, only more seamless options in the future. - Shared Resources, Bigger ROI
Investments in new features like AI-powered nesting or product libraries will now benefit both platforms, giving users more bang for their buck. - Solving the Engineering Bottleneck
Over 40% of shop work sits in engineering queues. The goal is to streamline this phase with scalable tools that support internal teams and freelancers. - The Vision for a Cloud-Powered Future
From AI-driven modifications to part tracking and CAD enhancements, Innergy is pushing toward a future where engineering is faster, smarter, and fully cloud-enabled. - The Reality of Software Modernization
Jonah explains how updates and modernization—whether in Innergy or Microvellum—aren’t arbitrary, but necessary to keep pace with Autodesk and Windows platform changes. - Change Management & Customer Retention
With an astonishing 96%+ retention rate, Innergy’s success lies in structured onboarding, education-first initiatives, and change management strategies many in the industry can learn from. - Why Engineers Are Here to Stay
AI and automation aren’t replacing engineers—they’re giving them superpowers. The demand for skilled drafters and engineers is only increasing.
Where to Learn More
Explore the partnership, read the open forums, or request a demo of Innergy or Microvellum:
- Jonah’s first episode: https://duckworksmw.com/podcasts/jonah-coleman-part-1-of-2-millwork-engineering-department-structures/
- Jonah’s second episode: https://duckworksmw.com/podcasts/jonah-coleman-part-2-of-2-innergys-new-design-software/
- innergy.com
- microvellum.com
- Microvellum Forums
Final Thought
As Jonah puts it, “We’re not here to mess with Microvellum—we’re here to make both platforms better, together.” This acquisition isn’t about disruption—it’s about building an ecosystem where software works for you, not against you.
Whether you’re a current user, a future shopper, or just someone watching the tech evolve in millwork, this episode offers clarity, strategy, and optimism for what’s coming next.
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