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MES for Dummies
Get the scoop on all things MES in this easy-to-understand guide to controlling factory operations, improving production visibility and driving quality with MES.
Why MES?
Connect, automate, track and analyze data
Orchestrate your operations with a digitally enabled infrastructure and workforce that can galvanize best practices for consistent, repeatable production.
Take control of your plant floor
Expand the visibility and control of your operations with a leading ecosystem and a configurable solution designed to fit your unique needs.
Ensure predictable and repeatable quality
Transform your operations with an iterative end-to-end production management solution with best practices built in.
Scale your growing business
Unleash value and grow your enterprise with an extensible infrastructure and a powerful ecosystem to uncover solutions that resonate beyond manufacturing.
MES solutions built for your industry
MES for Tire
MES for Battery
MES for Life Sciences
MES for Consumer Packaged Goods
Aside from the manufacturing cost efficiency and quality improvements, we estimate an annual savings in ongoing MES maintenance.Phil Kortokrax - Senior Vice President of Global Operations & Procurement, Cooper® Tire and Rubber
Plex MES is a solution with many benefits. It’s a very dynamic, very collaborative, and is easily accessible from everywhere, anywhere. This gave us many opportunities.Tasos Kampouris - Senior Manager Continuous Improvement, BIC
Plex is part of our enterprise PCN (process control network) structure and has done a great job of providing a holistic view of our business from accounting to raw materials, to quality, to SPC check sheets and EDI. That structure gives us the ability to bolt on an additional manufacturing facility.Christopher Marks - ERP Manager, OWS Foods
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 - Controls Technician, Summer Garden Food Manufacturing-
Aside from the manufacturing cost efficiency and quality improvements, we estimate an annual savings in ongoing MES maintenance.Phil Kortokrax - Senior Vice President of Global Operations & Procurement, Cooper® Tire and Rubber
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Plex MES is a solution with many benefits. It’s a very dynamic, very collaborative, and is easily accessible from everywhere, anywhere. This gave us many opportunities.Tasos Kampouris - Senior Manager Continuous Improvement, BIC
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Plex is part of our enterprise PCN (process control network) structure and has done a great job of providing a holistic view of our business from accounting to raw materials, to quality, to SPC check sheets and EDI. That structure gives us the ability to bolt on an additional manufacturing facility.Christopher Marks - ERP Manager, OWS Foods
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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 - Controls Technician, Summer Garden Food Manufacturing
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Aside from the manufacturing cost efficiency and quality improvements, we estimate an annual savings in ongoing MES maintenance.Phil Kortokrax - Senior Vice President of Global Operations & Procurement, Cooper® Tire and Rubber
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Plex MES is a solution with many benefits. It’s a very dynamic, very collaborative, and is easily accessible from everywhere, anywhere. This gave us many opportunities.Tasos Kampouris - Senior Manager Continuous Improvement, BIC
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Plex is part of our enterprise PCN (process control network) structure and has done a great job of providing a holistic view of our business from accounting to raw materials, to quality, to SPC check sheets and EDI. That structure gives us the ability to bolt on an additional manufacturing facility.Christopher Marks - ERP Manager, OWS Foods
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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 - Controls Technician, Summer Garden Food Manufacturing
MES to fit your operations – available via cloud or on-premise
Robust
Full set of software built to meet all your requirements
Smart
Report on trends and learn what is working and what you can improve on your plant floor
Secure
Technology you can trust to provide you with what you need securely
Flexible
Build an MES platform for your specific industry
Leading the way in MES
With both cloud and hybrid solutions, our portfolio of MES offerings is designed to meet the needs of various manufacturing environments whether that be single-plant, multi-plant or industry-specific suites. We exceed expectations for MES customers who need to:
- Digitize manufacturing processes
- Eliminate errors
- Drive operational excellence
- Adapt to market shifts
- Ensure world-class quality
What manufacturers really think of our MES
Info-Tech Research Group captures the most compelling, useful, and detailed information about software performance in their Buyer Experience Guide to help manufacturers like you evaluate, compare, and ultimately select the best tool for your business.
See what actual customers think of Rockwell Automation MES in key areas.
Case studies
What is MES in Manufacturing?
MES is a software solution that helps manufacturers monitor, control, and optimize production processes in real time. It acts as a bridge between enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems and the machines or workers on the shop floor, ensuring efficient execution of manufacturing operations.
MES tracks production data, manages resources, enforces quality control, and provides insights to improve efficiency and reduce downtime. By integrating with automation IoT devices, MES enables manufacturers to streamline workflows, enhance traceability, and ensure compliance with industry regulations.
How MES Works
A manufacturing execution system collects real-time data from machines, sensors, and workers to monitor and optimize production. It tracks workflows, manages resources, and enforces quality control to ensure efficient operations.
MES also provides full traceability of materials and processes, helping manufacturers meet compliance requirements. By analyzing production data, it identifies inefficiencies and suggests improvements to enhance productivity. Integrated with enterprise systems like ERP, MES creates a seamless flow of information between the shop floor and management.
Benefits of an MES System
MES systems provide businesses with a wide range of benefits, including:
- Improved efficiency: Optimizes production by reducing downtime, minimizing waste, and ensuring smooth workflow execution.
- Real-time visibility: Provides instant insights into production processes, enabling better decision-making and faster issue resolution.
- Enhanced quality control: Monitors and enforces quality standards, reducing defects and ensuring compliance with industry regulations.
- Better traceability: Tracks materials, processes, and finished products for full transparency, aiding in recalls and regulatory compliance.
- Seamless integration: Connects with ERP, IoT, and automation systems to create a unified and data-driven manufacturing environment.
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