White Paper - Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES)

How to manage workshops and production activities in real time

Discover how to transform your production floor into an intelligent, connected ecosystem by synchronizing equipment, data, and human expertise to drive industrial performance.

The Conductor of the Digital Factory

With the emergence of Industry 4.0, production workshops are no longer mere places for transforming raw materials; they are intelligent ecosystems.

In this environment, the Manufacturing Execution System (MES) plays a central role as the “conductor” that coordinates activities, synchronizes equipment, and ensures complete traceability.

It acts as a vital bridge between strategic planning systems (ERP) and real-time field operations.

Addressing Modern Workshop Challenges

Implementing a robust MES solution allows organizations to tackle the most critical industrial hurdles:

  • Productivity: Identify bottlenecks and reduce unnecessary downtime to maintain global competitiveness.
  • Quality Control: Monitor every stage of production to detect anomalies early, reducing costly rejects and non-conforming products.
  • Digital Continuity: Centralize data in real time to eliminate information loss and human errors caused by fragmented systems.
  • Total Traceability: Track every batch from raw material to finished product, ensuring compliance in highly regulated sectors.

Standardization and System Integration (ISA-95)

The ISA-95 Framework for Seamless Integration

To achieve optimal efficiency, TEEXMA for MES follows the ISA-95 international standard, providing a structured architecture for integrating business and control systems.

The Automation Pyramid

The MES operates at Level 3 of the industrial hierarchy, providing the essential link between:

  1. Production Control (Levels 0-2): Interfacing with sensors, PLC (Programmable Logic Controllers), and SCADA systems to collect real-time data on temperature, pressure, and machine status.
  2. Corporate Management (Level 4): Synchronizing with ERP and PLM systems to align manufacturing operations with overall business objectives.

A Connected Ecosystem

A truly effective MES must interact smoothly with the entire information system (IS):

  • Software Interfacing: Synchronize production orders with ERP, manage design changes via PLM, and import precise manufacturing instructions from CAD.
  • Equipment Connectivity: Leverage IoT Gateways, Cloud connectivity, and industrial protocols (OPC UA, Modbus) to automate data acquisition and monitor machine performance.
  • User Empowerment: Provide tailored interfaces—dashboards for management to monitor OEE, operational tools for managers to schedule tasks, and digital work instructions (HMI) for operators.

FAQ: Driving Performance Through Data

How does OEE analysis improve my margins?

By automatically collecting data to calculate Overall Equipment Effectiveness, the MES highlights hidden productivity losses related to slowdowns or minor stops, allowing for targeted corrective actions.

Yes. It ensures adherence to international standards (ISO 9001, IATF 16949, GMP) by automating quality inspections and generating detailed traceability reports.

Digitalization reduces the time spent on low value-added manual tasks and entry errors, allowing teams to focus on continuous improvement and strategic decision-making.

Discover TEEXMA for MES by BASSETTI

BASSETTI Group develops and integrates TEEXMA for MES, a comprehensive software suite designed to control and manage all production activities for optimal quality and efficiency.

A Modular Solution for Your Production Floor:

  • Production: Real-time supervision, OEE analysis, and dynamic planning.
  • Quality: Batch control, non-conformity management plans, and final inspections.
  • Documentation & Equipment: Digital Document Management (EDM/SDS), range management, and maintenance tracking for measuring equipment.

Trusted across diverse sectors—including Automotive, Aerospace, Food & Pharmacy, and Additive Manufacturing—TEEXMA for MES ensures your digital continuity and transforms your factory data into a powerful tool for growth.

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