Standardizing Processes and Reporting Through Global MOM/ERP Integration at a Connectivity Solutions Manufacturer [Executive Case Study]
Matthew Littlefield, Greg Goodwin  |  October 21, 2014
A manufacturer's focus and priorities vary considerably by size, industry, product line and complexity, and so on. For a large manufacturer of low complexity products, high-speed, high volume manufacturing with fully optimized shop-floor assets is key to success. But what if your company growth has left you with a lack of standardized processes and reporting methods? In this Executive Case Study, LNS Research explores how a global connectivity solutions designer and manufacturer was able to standardize processes and reporting across more than 30 plants to date by rolling out a global Manufacturing Execution System (MES) implementation and connecting it to the company's single instance of ERP software for improved Overall Equipment Efficiency (OEE) and reporting visibility. Specifically, LNS Research examines: The company's challenges in navigating cultural differences across global plant rollouts The strategies used to gain executive support for the project Next steps for the company as it extends its ambitious MES rollout Actionable recommendations