PatternLab Cortex is the operational semantic layer for folding-carton converters. It connects specifications, imposition, board consumption, make-ready, routing, capacity and customer dates in one model.
AI maps existing quote fields, carton specifications, board records, press capabilities and job history into Cortex. Your estimator reviews the mappings; every accepted mapping is traceable and versioned. Cortex then derives the job card and explains the geometry and constraints behind it.
Grain runs with the fold. Sheet size must fit the press bed and grip. Bleed and gutter change up-count. Make-ready depends on the previous job. Cortex holds these as model rules, not notes beside a price list.
Plan sees the feasible route and sequence. Inventory sees board requirements and substitutions. Sales sees dates and job economics backed by the same Cortex model.