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SAP Digital Manufacturing

Manufacturing a new product requires a multi-tier management system. A different person is responsible for each step – and in the process from raw materials to finished product, many steps and therefore also many people are involved. This requires a lot of coordination. The software company SAP SE, which is based in Walldorf, Germany, offers a comprehensive manufacturing execution system for shop floor control: SAP DM.

SAP DM: MANUFACTURING PROCESSES RECONSIDERED

Reduce costs sustainably

Increase both productivity and the quality of the finished product

Maintain transparency at each step of the decision-making process

As a manufacturing execution system, SAP DM is the process-oriented operating layer of your manufacturing management. The cloud application enables:

  • seamless integration with the ERP system,
  • transparent tracking and analyzing of process steps,
  • integration and processing of machine data,
  • documentation of decision paths, and
  • paperless production control.

SAP Digital Manufacturing Cloud is embedded in SAP’s Industry 4.0 Now portfolio. As a result, you can always take an agile approach to global production planning and implementation and identify optimization potential through fixed analyses.

HOW IS SAP DIGITAL MANUFACTURING STRUCTURED?

As part of the Industry 4.0 Now portfolio, Digital Management is the functional layer between enterprise resource planning (SAP ECC / SAP S/4HANA) and process control. As a cloud-based tool, it is the cornerstone of your digital factory. The tool consists of several components, such as:

  1. Manufacturing Execution
  2. Manufacturing Insight
  3. SAP Plant Connectivity / Production Connector

The latter represent the main pillars that enable dynamic operations in manufacturing.

The combination of discrete manufacturing and the intelligent synchronization of all operations can increase your ROI along the entire value chain.

SAP Digital Manufacturing for execution

SAP Digital Manufacturing for execution automates and visualizes all aspects of manufacturing process execution. This includes, among other things, the monitoring of production steps as well as resource and order management. On a holistic level, the solution also provides integration scenarios for machines and plants. Machine learning enables AI/MI scenarios that monitor and inspect logs for non-compliant activities. In this way, SAP Digital Manufacturing for execution helps ensure that any regulatory or business requirements are reliably met.

SAP Digital Manufacturing for insights

Are you looking for a performance management solution for your shop floor? By embedding SAC (SAP Analytics Cloud), SAP DM offers centralized data integration across sites. SAP Digital Manufacturing for insights allows all responsible parties transparent and user-friendly access to key performance indicators. Furthermore, the collection, provision, and visualization of KPIs takes place reliably in real time. If tactical or strategic decisions have to be made, insights can be analyzed and optimized on a global level. At the same time, comparative and loss analyses are available on an intuitive user interface. Using a low-code/no-code implementation method, KPIs and dashboard extensions can be implemented without special IT expertise.

BENEFITS OF AN MES SYSTEM

The digital MES system provides decision-makers with real-time data to optimize both machine and plant management. At the same time, the integration with SAP S/4HANA or SAP ERP provides an intuitive overview of your company’s entire value chain.

Discover potentials and:

assess KPIs and data analyses objectively during production.

create transparency and knowledgeability on different devices.

facilitate better quality control for decision-makers.

perfect production tracking and genealogy.

This makes SAP Digital Manufacturing more than a simple platform. You can also manage shift planning and work scheduling, capitalize on paperless manufacturing, and secure your position on the market as a smart factory.

GET STARTED WITH SAP DM!

Take advantage of the IoT (Internet of Things) for your production and create a strong company-wide network by automating both processes and resource planning. As a result, you can increase efficiency, productivity, and quality. The work of our specialists is based on a wealth of expertise, which will be of great value to you. We take the complexity out of SAP integrations, and you benefit first-hand from our best practices.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT SAP DIGITAL MANUFACTURING

The complexity of SAP integrations can often feel overwhelming. However, specialists like us are trained to implement functions quickly. To help you accurately assess the added value of the software for your factory’s shop floor control, we have once more highlighted the benefits here. We have also answered some frequently asked questions. Read on or contact our customer service for a personal consultation.

Managing a manufacturing process from start to finish necessitates a proper overview of all process steps. At the same time, a solution is needed to ensure that communication between different departments runs smoothly. SAP Digital Manufacturing is an intelligent and modern solution that allows you to objectively monitor, evaluate, and control every step. Transparent access to this data is provided on various devices. Decision-makers are relieved, save time and can focus on manufacturing high-quality products.

The transparency of the DM software creates a flexible manufacturing execution system in your company. It facilitates shop floor control, which can be optimized and verified with intelligent AI. The public cloud solution thus has the following sustainable benefits:

  • lower costs at various levels – increased ROI
  • resource-driven process planning/implementation
  • enhanced portfolio management
  • real-time visualization of all activities and data evaluations
  • faster implementation of (subsequent) rollouts
  • personalization options through customer-specific operator terminals
  • customer-specific enhancements using plug-in technology
  • state-of-the-art tool with regular updates from SAP (quarterly)

This question is easily answered: SAP DM can be incorporated into your existing SAP or non-SAP landscape. It supports integration with both SAP S/4HANA and SAP ERP. Get a holistic overview of your process control – with CNT at your side!