The MES is a software system located between the ERP and the SCADA or PLC to manage the production process of a company efficiently. Its main function is to synchronize the business management and the production system by bridging the planning and control levels to optimize processes and resources.

The main features of an MES system are:

• Order management and production planning
• Management of the incoming raw materials and semi-finished products
• Asset management and monitoring
• Production tracking
• Maintenance management
• Quality checking