Use of information technology to assist in the execution of production, through on-line management of the activities at the plant floor, has been a rapidly growing trend for several years. Various systems have been applied in the manufacturing supply chain and Manufacturing Execution System (MES) is one of them being adopted widely used across the globe. Global Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) market was approximately $ 15.7 billion is expected to reach $42.2 billion by 2030. MES system bridges the gap between the planning system and the controlling system using on-line information to manage the current application of manufacturing resources: people, equipment, and inventory. More specifically, MES manages, monitor, and synchronizes the execution of real-time, physical processes involved in manufacturing operations and works in real-time to enable the control of multiple elements of the production processes.

Apart from strong management commitment, successful implementation of MES demands a detailed homework focussing on all aspects. It includes defining the purpose and objectives, communication within the organisation at all levels, data requirement and its management, supplier selection, defining scope of activities, engagement of all stake holders in all stages from still till execution. Failure to make good and realistic plan results into various problems such as delay in implementation, increase in project cost, loss of people interest and can lead to serious concerns even in the form of project closure. Using integrated approach and employ manufacturing techniques such as Lean Management, Statistical Analysis, Power BI could be of greater advantage. The presentation will focus on the challenges and problems faced during various stages of the implementation and actions to address them effectively.

Syed Farhat Raza

Special Projects Champion lead to Smart Factory

Aquascot