The "Documentation" Trap: Dozuki is the gold standard for writing manuals, but it often sits in a silo, disconnected from the daily maintenance schedule.
The "Execution" Requirement: Manufacturing instructions need to be actionable. A technician shouldn't just read the step; they should confirm it inside the Work Order.
The Top 5: We review Fabrico, Poka, SwipeGuide, and others to help you operationalize your Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Dozuki is famous for creating beautiful, step-by-step documentation.
If you need to write a user manual for a medical device or a strict ISO procedure, it is a fantastic tool.
But a manual is not a workflow.
In a factory, instructions need to be tied to action.
When the machine breaks, the "Troubleshooting Guide" should appear automatically.
When the PM is due, the "Lubrication Steps" should be part of the ticket.
When the part is replaced, the "Inventory" should update.
Dozuki is a Library. Manufacturers need an Operating System.
Here are the 5 Best Dozuki Alternatives for 2026.
Best For: Manufacturers who want to embed instructions directly into Maintenance & Production workflows.
Fabrico takes the documentation power of Dozuki and puts it inside the CMMS.
We believe that an instruction is useless unless it is attached to a Work Order.
Embedded Instructions: Instead of searching for a manual, the technician opens the Work Order and sees the Digital SOP right there. Step 1, Step 2, Step 3.
Forced Compliance: You can make steps mandatory. The technician cannot close the repair ticket until they upload a photo of the torque setting. Dozuki tracks "Reads"; Fabrico tracks "Compliance."
OEE Triggers: If a machine throws an error code (via PLC), Fabrico automatically serves the correct troubleshooting guide to the operator. The "Instruction" meets the "Need" instantly.
One Platform: You don't need a separate documentation bill. Your SOPs, Maintenance Schedule, and Spare Parts live in one system.
The Verdict: If you want your SOPs to be executed, not just archived, Fabrico is the integrated choice.
Best For: Video-based training and skills management.
Poka is the "YouTube" of the factory floor.
Pros: Best-in-class video support. Operators can film a 30-second "One Point Lesson" on how to clear a jam and share it with the team. It is excellent for capturing tribal knowledge.
Cons: It focuses on Training and Knowledge Sharing. It is less rigorous on the Asset Management side (Spare Parts, Lifecycle Costing) than a dedicated CMMS like Fabrico.
The Difference: Poka is for learning; Fabrico is for doing.
Best For: Minimalist, mobile-first instructions.
SwipeGuide focuses on simplicity. It forces authors to write short, clear steps that fit on a phone screen.
Pros: Great user experience (UX). The "Swipe" interface is very intuitive for operators. It reduces the cognitive load of complex text manuals.
Cons: Like Dozuki, it is an instruction island. It doesn't natively trigger the maintenance work order or track the spare parts consumption associated with the task.
The Difference: SwipeGuide simplifies the text; Fabrico automates the process.
Best For: Complex "Connected Worker" flows.
Parsable is an enterprise tool for digitizing complex human processes.
Pros: Powerful logic engine. You can build "If/Then" workflows (e.g., "If Pressure > 50, Show Safety Warning"). It collects granular data on how long each step takes.
Cons: It is heavy and expensive. Implementation is a project. It is often too complex for a maintenance team that just wants a checklist attached to a repair order.
The Difference: Parsable is for process engineers; Fabrico is for maintenance teams.
Best For: Inspection checklists and audits.
SafetyCulture is the standard for "Pass/Fail" inspections.
Pros: Extremely easy to build forms. Great for Safety Audits, Quality Checks, and simple SOPs.
Cons: It creates a data silo. The inspection happens in SafetyCulture, but the fix happens in the CMMS. You have to manually bridge the gap.
The Difference: SafetyCulture checks the standard; Fabrico executes the work.
| Feature | Fabrico | Dozuki | Poka | SwipeGuide | Parsable |
| Work Order Link | ✅ Native | ❌ No | ❌ No | ❌ No | ✅ Native |
| OEE Trigger | ✅ Native | ❌ No | ❌ No | ❌ No | ⚠️ API |
| Version Control | ✅ Yes | ✅ Deep | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes | ✅ Deep |
| Video Support | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes | ✅ Deep | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes |
| Cost | Value | Premium | Premium | Mid | Premium |
Standardized Work is the foundation of quality.
Choose Dozuki if you are an ISO auditor who needs perfect version history.
Choose Poka if you need to train new hires using video.
Choose Fabrico if you are a Plant Manager. If you want your SOPs to drive daily maintenance execution and machine reliability, Fabrico is the operational solution.
Operationalize your knowledge.
[Book a Demo with Fabrico] to see how we turn static manuals into dynamic workflows.
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