Process manufacturing software, Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), Lot Traceability, Batch Production

Process manufacturing is concerned with the use of Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), such as those used in the chemical, pharmaceutical, food & beverage, biotechnology and Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) environments. The key point to define process manufacturing is that once the raw ingredients or formulas have been used and mixed they cannot be returned back to their original individual state. In other words, once the product has been constructed the individual ingredients cannot be distilled and extracted back out again.

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InfinityQS recognised as Manufacturing Supply Chain Leader in 2014 Supply & Demand Chain Executive 100

1 InfinityQS recognised as Manufacturing Supply Chain Leader in 2014 Supply & Demand Chain Executive 100

InfinityQS International, Inc., an authority on real-time quality and Manufacturing Intelligence, was named to the 2014 Supply & Demand Chain Executive (SDCE) 100, an annual list of "100 Great Supply Chain Projects."

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2 SME concern about business risk rises for first time in 12 months

The Zurich SME Risk Index*, which measures the perceived level of business risk faced by British small and medium businesses, has risen for the first time in 12 months – from 41.68 in the fourth quarter of 2013 to 43.19 in Q1 2014*, indicating that businesses are seeing more risk than at any time since the first quarter of 2013.

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3 The 2014 Microlise Annual Transport Conference goes from strength to strength

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4 BCS and UKTB hosts World Congress for Software Quality

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Quintiq SCP&O Executive Summit - Düsseldorf June 12

6 Quintiq SCP&O Executive Summit - Düsseldorf June 12

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8 JDA Software launches new business unit focused on delivering supply chain solutions to 3PLs

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Process Manufacturing Software

Process manufacturing software is a type of software that is used to manage the production of products that are made through a series of chemical or physical processes. This type of software typically includes features for managing recipes, inventory, quality control, and traceability.

Some of the benefits of using process manufacturing software include:

  • Increased efficiency and productivity
  • Improved quality control
  • Reduced costs
  • Enhanced traceability
  • Compliance with regulations

Manufacturing Execution Systems

A manufacturing execution system (MES) is a software system that helps in the monitoring, tracking, and controlling of the manufacturing process. It provides real-time data and insights into the production process, which can be used to improve efficiency, quality, and compliance.

MES systems typically collect data from a variety of sources, including:

  • Production equipment
  • Quality control systems
  • Inventory management systems
  • Human-machine interfaces (HMIs)

This data is then used to generate reports, alerts, and notifications that can help manufacturers make informed decisions about the production process. For example, an MES system can track the production of a specific product and identify any potential problems early on. This can help to prevent costly delays and ensure that the product meets quality standards.

MES systems can also be used to track the traceability of products. This means that manufacturers can track the history of a product from the raw materials to the finished product. This can be important for compliance with regulations, such as those governing the food and pharmaceutical industries.

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