MES vs ERP: a question of boundaries, not competition

The technology landscape for manufacturing companies can quickly become complex, especially with IT/OT integration. The traditional automation pyramid can be challenged by new technologies and connections. It raises the question of whether MES and ERP still need to be separate systems.

This whitepaper takes a closer look at the fundamental differences between ERP and MES, not just in terms of technical design, but also in how they serve different users, respond to different time scales and support different business needs.