How our MES integrates seamlessly with your ERP system
A modern, connected factory depends on smooth communication between ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) and MES (Manufacturing Execution System). Our MES software for the textiles plastics, and packaging industry is built for seamless integration with ERP systems such as SAP, Microsoft Dynamics, Infor, and many others.
This integration creates a real‑time digital thread from planning to production, enabling full visibility, higher efficiency, and true Industry 4.0 readiness.
See also our article about what is the difference between ERP and MES.
How do ERP and MES work together?
1.ERP sends orders and master data to MES
Your ERP system functions as the business planning layer. Through BMS's ERP link software, all necessary planning and product information is directly transferred to your BMS MES system, automatically and reliably. This ERP link supports standardized file exchange methods such as CSV, XML, or TXT files with definabale directories.
Data that can be automatically imported into the BMS MES system:
- product definitions,
- unplanned orders,
- scheduled orders in sequence,
- linked orders,
- revised quantities or delivery dates for existing orders,
- material availability,
- ...
These are automatically transferred to the BMS MES system, which then:
- distributes orders to the correct machines or lines,
- gives operators clear instructions on what to produce next,
- ensures everyone on the shop floor works with the correct, up-to-date information.
No more printing paper lists or manually retyping orders. This is the foundation of paperless manufacturing, reducing errors and ensuring consistent execution across all shifts.
2.MES collects real-time production data from the shop floor
Using machine connectivity and IIoT, MES:
- connects directly to the machines,
- records run time, cycle times, and machine speeds,
- records machine stops and alarms,
- captures good production vs scrap,
- counts fabric meters, molded parts, or other unit counts,
- tracks shift performance, OEE and quality (SPC/SQC).
Operators can confirm start/stop of orders, enter reasons for downtime, and record additional quality information when needed.
3.MES sends feedback back to ERP
When an order progresses or finishes, the BMS MES software automatically updates the ERP system with accurate real-time feedback so enterprise-level planning and costing remain accurate. The following data can be automatically exported from your BMS MES to your ERP system:
- produced quantity (good and scrap),
- order status (started, in progress, completed),
- acutal production time and machine time,
- optionally: scrap reasons, shift data, material consumption and batch traceability.
ERP can then:
- update stock levels,
- calculate real order costs and margins,
- provide accurate delivery information to customers.
This creates a closed loop between planning and execution, ensuring ERP and MES continuously enrich each other rather than duplicate work.
The best of both worlds
By integrating our MES with your ERP, you gain:
- real-time production data,
- elimination of manual data entry and reduced errors,
- higher OEE, less waste, and better quality,
- end-to-end traceability from sales order to finished goods.
This is what transforms a traditional factory into a data-driven, high-performance, connected manufacturing environment.
