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(1) Innovation Café: How Can MES Be Redefined Through Low-Code & Emerging Technologies?

What challenges have you encountered with traditional MES solutions, and how might new approaches like low-code platforms help address these issues? What do you see as the primary benefits of adopting low-code MES solutions over traditional systems? How do you assess whether a traditional or low-code MES solution aligns better with your organization’s goals andRead more

(5) Challenge Your Peers: How Can We Identify and Bridge Gaps in MES Functionalities During Site Assessments?

What strategies can be used to evaluate the current state of MES at individual sites effectively? How can digital transformation goals, such as transitioning from paper to digital formats, influence the prioritization of MES functionalities? What best practices exist for aligning MES capabilities with broader ERP integration during digital transformation projects? How can development demosRead more

Refreshment Break & Networking

Get a coffee, get snacks, make connections and talk with your peers – and have the chance to actively participate in product and service demos on the expo floor.Read more

Solution Keynote: Release your next batch faster — Accelerating MES with AI

Manufacturing strategies have evolved across every organizational level – from corporate, to IT/OT, systems, quality, and product – in order to address today’s challenges and meet market demands. Both legacy and modern systems alike must then evolve in order to bridge the gap. In this presentation we’ll bridge the gap between where MES systems andRead more

Summary of the event and closing remarks by the event chair and we.CONECT Global Leaders

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Client Study: Smart Paperless Plant — Key Elements of Successful Project Completion and Lessons Learned

This session will present a real-world case of a successful implementation of a smart paperless plant. The core of the smart paperless plant is a modular MES platform integrated with ERP and the shop floor, which allows users to work in a fully digital environment. The session will present key elements of strategic and operationalRead more

(2) Challenge Your Peers: How Can a Unified Manufacturing Operations Platform Transform Pharma 4.0 Practices?

What are the main challenges manufacturers face when trying to unify real-time production and quality management into one platform? How can the elimination of paper-based records and unstructured data enhance compliance and operational efficiency? What role do no-code platforms play in enabling adaptability and customization in Pharma manufacturing? How can organizations ensure seamless data analysisRead more

Case Study: A Success Story in Progress — Effectively Training Your Workforce for a Smooth MES Implementation

This session provides an in-depth look at a large-scale, ongoing MES training project designed to ensure seamless implementation across multiple business units. Initiated in 2022 and projected for completion by 2029, the project encompasses a large-scale training initiative that will systematically roll out MES training and readiness measures across five business units, each with approximately 300Read more

Panel Discussion: Maximizing Manufacturing Efficiency — Harnessing Machine Learning and Automation for MES Implementation and Data Integrity Enhancement

This panel will explore the transformative role of Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) and the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and automation to drive operational excellence in manufacturing. By examining the challenges and opportunities of optimizing MES processes, the discussion will focus on how these systems can be enhanced with cutting-edge technologies like AI and machineRead more

BITS, BITES AND BUBBLES

Do you want to network with your peers? Do you want to digest the day and your key findings? Do you want to sit back & connect with your new acquaintances? Bits, Bites & Bubbles is THE occasion for you!Read more