Success in Food & Beverage manufacturing involves navigating dynamic pressures. Regulations and requirements are evolving at a rapid pace and the pressure on costs and margins is constant. As a Food & Beverage manufacturer, not just any manufacturing execution system (MES) will do. A robust MES provides automated production execution and line-level OEE tracking as well as a robust Quality Management System that includes rapid and comprehensive traceability features for recalls. Discover how Plex MES can help you take control of your plant floor and meet your cost, quality, and business goals.
Overcome industry challenges with smart manufacturing
According to our 2024 State of Smart Manufacturing report, which surveyed CPG manufacturers across 17 countries, respondents are adopting new technology to help address their greatest challenges.
95%
are using or evaluating smart manufacturing technology
ROI
Production Monitoring topped the list for technology that drives the fastest ROI
98%
have a sustainability / ESG policy in place
Workforce
was ranked as the biggest internal obstacle for CPG manufacturers
A recipe for success with Plex MES
Uniquely in the market, Plex MES can be augmented with modular offerings to help Food & Beverage manufacturers manage all the different processes on the shop floor as needed, including production automation, OEE tracking, quality compliance, productivity management, scheduling, receiving, warehouse/inventory management, and shipping. Plus, with Plex, you also get:
- A 100% cloud-native solution with world-class uptime and multi-layered cybersecurity
- Fast deployment to deliver value quickly
- An MES that is designed to scale across multiple plants
See What Plex MES Can Do
The tracking and analysis of ingredients and formulas, combined with greater automation and connectivity delivered by a modern MES like Plex MES offer greater quality management, business visibility, and ultimately control of the entire enterprise.
Check out this demo to see what Plex MES can do.
Flexible and modular deployment options
Comprehensive yield reporting
Optimized batch scheduling
World-class integrated food safety & quality management
Automate, orchestrate & understand your plant floor
Maximize supply chain efficiency & beat market delivery demands
Harness the power of the plant floor
Today’s Food and Beverage manufacturing enterprise gains a key competitive advantage by implementing a strong plant floor control system, like Plex MES. Dive in and explore what’s possible with Plex MES for manufacturers like you.
We have so many options when it comes to Plex. And it’s so simple whether it’s an add-on module or extra programming. You couldn’t ask for anything easier than that.
Jason Morrow, Summer Garden Food Manufacturing
The biggest benefits have been the total lot traceability throughout the system and the total productivity, efficiencies, and scaling capabilities with the batch management.
Christopher Marks, OWS Foods
Plex drives real results
99%
On-time, in-full deliveries
99%
Inventory accuracy
$10M
Freed up in operating costs
20%
Reduced inventory levels
Are you ready for FSMA Section 204 (d)?
The FSMA Rule 204 (d) will require enhanced traceability throughout the supply chain. There are several key provisions manufacturers like you need to be aware of and prepare for long before the rule goes into effect in January 2026. In this analyst report by ABI Research, you’ll discover an essential analysis of FSMA updates and how they impact your operations, including:
- Recordkeeping and reporting requirements
- Traceability requirements
- Collaboration considerations
- Implementation considerations
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