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MES implementation

Digital transformation October 8, 2026
Embracing the Future – TDK Electronics Digital Transformation Story

Dr Werner Lohwasser, CEO and COO of TDK Electronics, shares insights on modernizing fragmented operations across 20 Manufacturing Sites.

Medical device manufacturing August 13, 2026
How Ultradent Turned MES Into Its Quality Advantage

If you had to build your manufacturing execution platform from scratch today, unconstrained by what you inherited, what would you build?

Two Manufacturing professionals discussing the reimplementation of SAP ME and MII to other viable software platforms (MES).
Digital transformation July 22, 2026
What would you build if you started from a blank sheet?

If you had to build your manufacturing execution platform from scratch today, unconstrained by what you inherited, what would you build?

Two Manufacturing professionals discussing the reimplementation of SAP ME and MII to other viable software platforms (MES).
Digital transformation July 22, 2026
What carries over from SAP ME to SAP DM? A Technical Comparison

Moving away from SAP ME isn’t just a software upgrade. Discover the hidden architecture, custom code, and dependencies that make migration complex.

Two Manufacturing professionals discussing the reimplementation of SAP ME and MII to other viable software platforms (MES).
Digital transformation July 22, 2026
The SAP ME customization problem nobody talks about

SAP has confirmed that mainstream maintenance for ME and MII ends in December 2027. Extended support, at a premium, runs until 2030. There is no upgrade path to SAP Digital Manufacturing. The transition is a full reimplementation on a new platform, regardless of destination. You cannot plan a reimplementation of something you cannot inventory. 

Electronics manufacturing June 26, 2025
Solving the Integration Puzzle in SMT Manufacturing

This article outlines some common pain points observed across SMT operations, proposing a framework for achieving seamless, future-ready integration as part of a fully connected factory.

Discrete manufacturing February 13, 2025
How to Ensure the Optimal Choice of MES

Making the decision to invest in an MES means you have taken the first step towards optimizing your production operations. But how can you ensure a choice that adds value and delivers genuine competitive gain?

Medical device manufacturing February 1, 2024
Pretending to be Agile – Implementation of MES in a regulated environment

In regulated industries such as medical device manufacturing and pharma, where adherence to strict standards is paramount, embracing the agile flexibility presents its own set of challenges.

Medical device manufacturing August 17, 2023
Manufacturing’s Role in MedTech Becoming a Valued Healthcare Partner

How can a MedTech manufacturer secure its position as a valued partner in the fast-changing healthcare industry? It all comes down to being reliable on many fronts.