MES FAQ
Top questions manufacturers ask when selecting an MES. Need more? Contact us.
General
MES vs ERP?
ERP manages plans/resources; MES manages shop-floor execution. MES turns ERP plans into workable orders and captures progress, quality and equipment data in real time.
Implementation time?
Standard 4–8 weeks; templates accelerate. Complex custom scoped separately.
Deployment?
Public cloud, on-premise, hybrid.
Technical
Integration?
Mainstream ERP, WMS, PLM, SCADA and PLC/CNC via open APIs + industrial protocols.
Data security?
Role-based access, audit logs, encryption; on-premise keeps data on-site.
Commercial
Pricing?
By line/users, selectable modules, subscription or buyout, demo/POC on request.
Outcomes?
Delivery, OEE, defect rate, inventory turnover — see customers.