VIDEO: How Coastal Machine & Supply Boosted Efficiency & Quoting Accuracy with CNC Machine Monitoring from Datanomix

How Real-Time Machine Monitoring Helped Coastal Machine & Supply Take Control of Downtime, Boost Quotes, and Empower Operators.

When your average cycle time runs 8 to 12 hours—and you’re pushing high-stakes parts for industries like oil & gas, defense, and aerospace, guesswork isn’t a luxury you can afford. Just ask Kody Guidry and the team at Coastal Machine & Supply.

We had Tony Gunn visit their facility to hear firsthand how they’ve embraced CNC machine monitoring through our Production Monitoring software. They’re utilizing our continuous improvement tools to push their shop floor into a smarter, faster, and more competitive future.

The Moment of Truth: Real-Time Visibility

For years, Kody assumed his shop was running efficiently. However, after installing Datanomix, it became clear that there was a significant amount of hidden downtime, which meant a substantial opportunity on the table.

“You think you’re performing well until you really get true machine monitoring. It’s tracking every second of the day.”

What changed? Everything!

With accurate, real-time data from their CNC machines, Coastal Machine finally had complete visibility into what was really happening on the shop floor. They uncovered insights that would’ve been impossible to spot manually:

• Hidden downtime – Every second of lost productivity surfaced in black and white.
• Cycle time drivers – They pinpointed which tools were consuming the most time.
• Optional stops – Small pauses that quietly added hours to jobs became impossible to ignore.

Armed with more clarity, they didn’t just react—they took action. That’s lean manufacturing in practice. That’s kaizen principles with real ROI.

Smarter Scheduling. Better Quotes. Competitive Edge.

By understanding true machine utilization, Coastal Machine has eliminated the guesswork from planning, quoting, and scheduling. With accurate, real-time data from Datanomix Production Monitoring, they’re no longer relying on gut feel or best-case estimates—they know exactly how their machines perform, and they’re using that insight to make smarter decisions:

• More accurate CNC job costing – Real data replaces rough estimates, protecting margins without overpricing.
• Smarter lead times – Utilization trends help them set realistic schedules and build in the right buffer.
• Better customer communication – They can flag delays early or confirm timelines with confidence.

The result? A quoting process that’s faster, more consistent, and far more trustworthy—for both the shop and the customer.

Culture Shift on the Shop Floor

One of the most common concerns about implementing manufacturing labor tracking or CNC job tracking software is employee pushback. But at Coastal Machine, the opposite happened.

Once the team saw the benefits—from tool life insights to competitive leaderboards—they bought in fast!

“They got really competitive. They wanted their machine at the top of the leaderboard every day.”

It’s not about surveillance. It’s about empowerment. Operators saw how Datanomix monitoring software could help them win, personally and professionally. 

From Job Shop to Production Powerhouse

Coastal Machine’s story is a case study in what happens when job shops stop thinking small and start acting like strategic manufacturers. Their high-mix, low-volume, and longer-run productions make them a perfect example of why CNC monitoring isn’t just for the “big guys.” Shops like Coastal Machine are utilizing real data to fine-tune processes, reduce changeover time, and invest confidently in growth.

“For years, I thought we weren’t ready for machine monitoring. I was wrong.”

Want Results Like This?

Coastal Machine participated in the Datanomix Pilot Program, where we proved real value from machine monitoring in the first 30 days. Our program focuses on real-world problems, aligns your team around actionable tasks, and delivers measurable progress quickly.

Your Machines Are Talking. Are You Listening?

With tools like Datanomix Machine Monitoring, shops like Coastal Machine are turning insight into action and tribal knowledge into tangible results. If you’re still guessing about uptime, relying on spreadsheets, or quoting based on gut feel, it’s time to look at what Datanomix can do for your shop.

The future in manufacturing isn’t just for the big players. It’s for the ones who are ready to evolve.