Integrating ERP orders and routing data with MES and shop floor control
Challenge
- Manufacturing systems need to work within the scope of the ERP
- Orders and routing data are typically critical for MES
- Other shop systems provide data feedback to the ERP
Solution
- Provide bi-directional integration between ERP and MES
- Leverage COTS tools for integration
- Define the updated representation of the data to support integration
Benefits
- Enables an MES system to operate in real-time
- Reduces the cost of providing data for the MES and ERP
- Improves the overall performance of the MES
Expertise
- Developed solutions with MES tools such as Wonderware
- Experienced with integration tools such as BizTalk
- Experienced with both ERP and MES systems