A Manufacturing Execution System enhances efficiency and reduces waste by monitoring real-time data (materials, machinery, and operators) and controlling every phase of the production process. It allows for immediate error correction and provides insights for improvement across various production areas.

It also enables the automatic management of all material inventory, production orders, and work instructions.

Here’s a concrete example of the workflow: when a work order is sent to the production department, materials are logged into the MES, and those consumed during execution are automatically deducted from stock. This way, plant managers can see the remaining materials in real-time and always have access to the order status to track progress and ensure production is on schedule.

While MES is a key factor in digitizing processes by integrating and optimizing production—from machinery to control systems—equally important is the specialized support of experts capable of managing all implementation phases, ensuring interoperability between heterogeneous applications, integration with enterprise management systems, and enabling advanced AI-based analytics.

At Engineering, with deep knowledge of both discrete and process industries, core business processes, cutting-edge technologies, and a portfolio of market-leading solutions, we guide organizations through every step of their journey toward MES governance.

Thanks to our Industries eXcellence division, which provides specialized solutions for the development, integration, and implementation of digital transformation, we cover the entire product and process lifecycle and supply chain, with a particular focus on the digitalization and optimization of Digital Engineering, Digital Manufacturing, and the Digital Supply Chain.