Mastering the Complexity of Global MES Deployment – The Medtronic Story

By Paul Straeten, Head of Global Operational Technology & Digitalization, Medtronic

Scaling a Manufacturing Execution System (MES) globally is one of the most complex challenges in modern manufacturing. It’s not just about technology — it’s about harmonizing diverse sites, navigating regulatory hurdles, integrating real-time data, and driving adoption across a global workforce.

At Medtronic, we’ve tackled these complexities head-on, using connected assets, strategic roadmaps, and dynamic decision-making to transform operations at scale. In this session, we’ll uncover the key challenges, lessons learned, and how to turn MES from a localized solution into a global game-changer.

This presentation was featured at the MES & Industry 4.0 International Summit, held on June 12-13, 2025 in Porto, Portugal.

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