VLC Manufacturing Execution System

The VLC Manufacturing Execution System (MES) is a solution designed to optimize and streamline manufacturing processes. According to the vendor, it provides real-time visibility and control over production operations, aiming to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance overall productivity. This MES is marketed towards small to large-sized manufacturing companies in various industries, including automotive, electronics, food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, and industrial machinery. It is intended to cater to the needs of manufacturing professionals, production managers, plant managers, quality control personnel, and operations managers.

Key Features

Output Dispatching: According to the vendor, the system efficiently schedules and allocates resources for timely production by giving orders to deliver supplies or orders to specific locations within the facility.

Resource Monitoring: The vendor claims that this feature provides real-time visibility into the status and progress of production processes, helping to keep track of the development of individual items and enabling effective resource allocation.

Tracking of Goods: The vendor states that the system enables traceability throughout the manufacturing process by assembling a complete history of products, from raw materials to finished goods, facilitating quality control and compliance.

Document Management: According to the vendor, this feature ensures proper documentation and version control for manufacturing processes and specifications, facilitating collaboration and information sharing among stakeholders.

Machine Utilization: The vendor claims that the system optimizes machine usage to maximize productivity and minimize downtime, monitoring machine performance and efficiency to identify areas for improvement.

Resource Management: According to the vendor, this feature tracks and optimizes resource utilization by monitoring activities carried out by people, machinery, instruments, and raw materials, helping to identify bottlenecks and improve efficiency.

Quality: The vendor states that the system enables real-time quality control and monitoring throughout the manufacturing process, facilitating root cause analysis and corrective actions to improve product quality.

Maintenance Management: According to the vendor, this feature helps in planning and scheduling maintenance activities to minimize downtime and maximize equipment reliability, enabling proactive maintenance to reduce repair costs.

Finite Planning: The vendor claims that the system optimizes production schedules and resource allocation to meet production demands, minimizing lead times and maximizing efficiency.

Remodel Manufacturing Design and Delivery: According to the vendor, this feature facilitates the implementation of innovative manufacturing techniques and technologies, supporting the delivery of customized and customer-focused products.