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Industry 4.0 in the factory, what’s it all about?
The fourth industrial revolution, also known as Industry 4.0, has brought about a significant change in the way manufacturing processes are carried out. With the
The complete manufacturing operations management software – unify production, quality, maintenance, OEE and traceability in one ISA-95 compliant platform. Trusted by 150+ plants worldwide, including Bahlsen, Danone and Novartis.
Manufacturing Operations Management (MOM) is a software-driven approach that unifies production execution, quality control, maintenance, inventory and performance monitoring into one system. A MOM system gives plant managers a single source of truth across the entire shop floor – covering levels 2 and 3 of the ISA-95 automation pyramid – so they can plan, execute and improve operations in real time.
Eliminate 90-100% of paper forms on the shop floor, cutting documentation time by 60-80%.
Detect and classify microstops automatically, typically reducing unplanned downtime by 15-25% in the first 12 months.
SMED with digital recipes and centerlining cuts average changeover time by 30-50%.
Accevo MOM customers typically see OEE improve by 5-15 percentage points within the first year.
MES controls production execution: what runs, where it runs, and when operators report progress. MOM covers the wider operations layer: production, quality, maintenance, traceability, inventory context, documentation, analytics and workforce processes.
Choose MES when you only need shop-floor execution. Choose Accevo MOM when you want one platform for production operations management across the plant.
Production execution, dispatching, operator reporting and machine-state context.
MES plus quality, maintenance, traceability, documentation, OEE, analytics and plant-wide operations workflows.Production execution, dispatching, operator reporting and machine-state context.
Execute orders, guide operators, monitor OEE and keep work aligned with the current production plan.
Run in-process inspections, manage deviations, use SPC and maintain product genealogy from materials to finished goods.
Trigger ANDON calls, coordinate maintenance work and use equipment data to reduce avoidable downtime.
Validate materials, track lots and serial numbers, and request replenishment directly from the shop floor.
Use MOM when machine, operator, quality and planning data sit in separate tools or spreadsheets.
Digitise instructions, inspections, batch records and approvals with controlled, traceable processes.
Give production, quality, maintenance and management teams one current view of factory performance.
The ISA-95 Pyramid, also known as the ISA-95 standard, is a widely recognized model that defines the different levels of automation and information systems in a manufacturing operation. The pyramid has five levels, ranging from level 0 at the bottom to level 4 at the top.
A MOM system fits into the 95 ISA Pyramid as a system that operates at level 3, which is the manufacturing operations level. At this level, the MOM system integrates with the control systems that operate at the lower levels of the pyramid (levels 0-2) and provides a bridge to the higher levels of the pyramid (level 4).
At level 3, the MOM system manages the manufacturing operations by collecting data from the lower levels and using it to monitor and optimize the production process. The system provides tools for production planning, scheduling, and execution, as well as quality management, maintenance, and inventory control. It also collects data on production performance and provides real-time monitoring and reporting.
Replace manual paperwork with configurable digital forms
Capture data directly from the shop floor with validation rules
Standardise and enforce best manufacturing practices across operations
Guide operators step by step to ensure consistent execution
Manage digital documentation and workflows from a single interface
Ensure compliance with controlled access and versioning
Record, track, and manage production deviations in real time
Support root cause analysis and corrective actions
Manage routings, work-in-progress, and recipes in one structured flow
Keep production execution aligned with defined process steps and materials
Plan and control setup activities before production starts
Reduce errors during changeovers with standardised line preparation
Verify materials and components against the defined bill of materials
Prevent wrong material usage before it affects production quality
Generate and control production and logistics labels from one system
Trigger material requests directly from the shop floor when needed
Track materials, lots, and serial numbers across the full production flow
Perform quality checks during production, not only at the end
Monitor process variation with statistical process control tools
Identify trends and deviations early before they become defects
Monitor energy usage across production operations
Digitise batch records from execution to review
Manage laboratory and quality-related data digitally
Plan and schedule orders with better resource alignment
Plan, track, and manage maintenance activities
Monitor OEE, losses, and line performance live
Detect short stops automatically
Manage tasks and production flow on the shop floor
Deliver documents and instructions in digital form
Standardise and optimise changeover activities
Trigger maintenance support directly from production
Display KPIs and production status on shared screens
Analyse trends, losses, and production performance
Analyse trends, losses, and production performance
Accevo MOM connects production equipment and plant systems with enterprise applications. Deploy in the cloud or on-premise and scale from one line to multiple plants without replacing working infrastructure.
SAP, Oracle, Dynamics, IFS
Siemens, Rockwell, Mitsubishi, Omron
OPC UA, MQTT, Modbus TCP, REST
QMS, LIMS and inspection equipment
CMMS, ANDON and equipment history
API, data warehouse and BI tools
See whether production is on plan and where output is being lost.
Use live order status, OEE, downtime and quality information to respond during the shift.
Work with the same event history and production context.
Connect inspections, deviations, maintenance calls and equipment records instead of reconciling separate logs.
Compare performance across lines and sites using consistent KPIs.
Track improvement priorities and investment decisions with data from one manufacturing operations management system.
Accevo MOM projects follow a staged rollout: analysis, proof of concept, pilot line, model deployment and plant scaling. A single-plant rollout often takes 3 to 6 months, with first wins from paperless workflows and dashboards visible in the first weeks.
Piotr Kańka, Industrial Software Expert
Manufacturing Operations Management is the coordinated management of production execution, quality, maintenance, inventory, traceability and performance. MOM software provides one operational layer between shop-floor control systems and enterprise applications.
MES focuses mainly on executing and tracking production orders. MOM is broader: it includes MES functions and connects them with quality management, maintenance, inventory, workforce processes and manufacturing analytics.
The four core domains are production operations, quality operations, maintenance operations, and inventory or material operations. A MOM system coordinates data and workflows across these areas.
MOM typically operates at ISA-95 level 3. It connects machines, PLCs and SCADA at levels 0-2 with ERP and business planning at level 4.
MOM software can integrate with ERP, SCADA, PLCs, QMS, LIMS, CMMS, warehouse systems, inspection equipment, data warehouses and BI tools. Accevo supports common industrial protocols and API-based exchange.
Common KPIs include OEE, throughput, downtime, MTBF, MTTR, scrap, first-pass yield, changeover time, plan versus actual, work in progress and on-time completion.
Yes. A manufacturer can start with a defined line, process or capability, validate the data and workflows, then extend the model across further lines, modules and plants.
A Manufacturing Operations Management (MOM) system can lead an organisation towards operations excellence by improving the efficiency and effectiveness of the manufacturing process. MOM systems provide a comprehensive solution for managing various aspects of the manufacturing process, including document management, historian reporting, scheduling/dispatching, asset tracking (traceability), and equipment health.
Document Management: MOM systems provide a centralised platform for document management, allowing manufacturers to manage and control critical production documents, such as work instructions, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and quality documents. By ensuring that the correct documents are available to the production teams at the right time, MOM systems help to minimise errors and improve compliance.
Historian Reporting: MOM systems provide real-time data collection and reporting capabilities, enabling manufacturers to track and analyse production data in real-time. The historian reporting functionality provides a comprehensive view of the manufacturing process, allowing managers to make informed decisions and quickly identify areas of improvement.
Scheduling/Dispatching: MOM systems provide tools for production planning, scheduling, and dispatching, ensuring that production runs smoothly and efficiently. By automating these processes, MOM systems help to minimise downtime, improve on-time delivery, and optimise production resources.
Asset Tracking (Traceability): MOM systems provide a complete solution for tracking and managing production assets, from raw materials to finished goods. By enabling manufacturers to track materials and finished goods throughout the production process, MOM systems help to improve traceability and quality control.
Equipment Health: MOM systems provide tools for monitoring and managing equipment health, enabling manufacturers to identify and address equipment issues before they result in downtime. By optimising equipment maintenance and reducing downtime, MOM systems help to improve production efficiency and reduce costs.
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