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MES - The “heart” of manufacturing

Modern plants are complex, fast-paced environments, and running a super-efficient plant is the ultimate goal of every manufacturer. At the same time, the industry faces rapid shifts driven by digitalization, sustainability mandates, and evolving workforce challenges. In this shifting landscape, legacy MES environments often hinder progress due to their rigidity, siloed data, and limited integration with business systems.

At CGI, we help manufacturing leaders across multiple industries, including automotive, metals and mining, health, and energy and utilities, modernize their MES environments by aligning people, processes and technology. We design a unified MES landscape tailored to each client’s unique business priorities, establishing a clear path forward for modernization that makes operations more responsive, efficient and future-ready.

Manufacturing Execution Systems Report

Manufacturing execution systems (MES) bridge the gap between your shop floor and enterprise-level operations by enabling real-time visibility, control and optimization of production processes. With the right MES in place, you gain the power to make informed decisions, increase productivity, and adapt to ever-changing market demands—ensuring you stay ahead of the competition.

By seamlessly integrating data, machines, and workflows, MES ensures:

  • Improved operational efficiency through streamlined processes
  • Enhanced quality control with precise monitoring and analytics
  • Reduced downtime via predictive maintenance and automated systems

From strategy to implementation: A holistic MES approach to achieve tangible business outcomes

At CGI, we focus on enhancing manufacturing as a core function of the value chain. By expertly integrating an MES, we empower businesses to optimize performance, increase quality, and achieve sustainable growth through advanced technologies, expert strategies, and innovative processes.

Voice of Our Clients – Teollisuus-toimialan prioriteetit

Our transformation programs are grounded in proven methodologies, including structured assessments, business case development, and detailed, site-specific roadmaps. We focus on clear governance, measurable KPIs, and long-term value—delivering MES modernization that moves from vision to execution with confidence and clarity. Our support includes:

Vision and roadmap

We start by aligning your modernization journey with corporate goals, sustainability targets, and operational needs. Our workshops, maturity assessments, and business model canvases help uncover key drivers and strategic imperatives. CGI’s structured methodology includes defining the Future Mode of Operations (FMO), creating architecture blueprints, and establishing governance for long-term success. We incorporate industry standards, such as ISA-95, to ensure robust and scalable solutions.

Strategic planning

We help you identify new opportunities through comprehensive market analysis and competitive benchmarking. Our experts support the selection, configuration and deployment of MES technologies—aligned with your architecture, workflows and business needs. We ensure your IT landscape stays ahead of industry shifts, while our expert guidance positions your business for long-term resilience and growth.

Change management and rollout

Every MES transformation is a people-first endeavor. Our change management structure ensures clear communication, stakeholder alignment, and cultural fit at both central and site levels. Governance boards meet regularly to maintain direction and momentum. We provide comprehensive MES training and development programs tailored to your employees. In addition, our change management strategies facilitate smooth transitions during process or technology shifts, minimizing disruption and maximizing adoption.

Seamless integration across systems

We connect your MES with enterprise resource planning (ERP), product lifecycle management (PLM), and operational technology (OT) platforms, enabling synchronized operations across inventory, scheduling, compliance, and quality control. Our experts support every step of the journey, overseeing installation, testing and validation through on-site and remote teams. The result? A unified digital thread from the shop floor to the boardroom.

Technology integration to drive innovation

From developing robust MES quality control systems to providing guidance on certifications and regulatory compliance, we help you meet and exceed industry standards. Using advanced data analytics, we proactively identify quality issues before they impact production, allowing for timely resolution and continuous improvement. Whether through cloud migration, wireless sensor integration, or AI-based analytics, we support you in unlocking the full potential of your manufacturing data, so you can benefit from advanced planning, predictive maintenance, emissions reporting, and real-time optimization.

Choosing the right MES solution

Choosing an MES that best suits your business needs is a complex process. In addition, the shift toward Industry 5.0 and digitally integrated and intelligent supply chains has made the task more challenging.

For the past two decades, the CGI MES Product Survey has tracked the most relevant manufacturing execution systems (MES) products and trends, serving as an invaluable guide for manufacturers to choose the perfect-fit MES solution. Today, our survey has become the premier market reference for MES products in the global manufacturing industry. In the 2024 edition, we have expanded our service offerings to keep pace with the growing needs of the MES community.

Learn more about the latest CGI MES Product Survey

Choosing the right MES solution
Partner with us to drive forward your MES journey

Partner with us to drive forward your MES journey

At CGI, we view implementing MES and becoming a best-in-class production facility as an incremental, well-planned roadmap. As your partner and expert of choice, we:

  • Help build your vision, discover your improvement potential, and assess the feasibility of investing in manufacturing execution systems (MES)
  • Provide an exclusive methodology to choose the right solution (from the many broadly similar ones available) more quickly, objectively and reliably
  • Support the successful, customized implementation of MES and ensure adoption by your employees
  • Deliver SLA-based 24/7 maintenance and support of mission-critical applications for customers around the world