Packaging and Containers, 500+ employees
“highly tailored MES capabilities”
Pros
ANT was able to customize the MES interface and its features extensively which helped us get far more value out of the system and align it closely with how we actually work.
Cons
The functionality should have been assessed more thoroughly before implementation started. Once we realized the system could offer much more with adjustments based on our needs, the rollout ended up taking longer than expected. The parts that were less simple were then reworked during implementation.
Rating Distribution
Ease of use
10
Value for money
10
Customer Support
10
Functionality
9
Tobacco, 500+ employees
“real-time visibility that delivers”
Pros
Having real-time insight into production and machine conditions is one of the most valuable parts of this software since it helps users respond quickly and make accurate decisions when needed.
Cons
It would be even better if the platform were more powerful when it comes to integration with other applications.
Rating Distribution
Ease of use
10
Value for money
10
Customer Support
10
Functionality
8
Tobacco, 101-500 employees
“Clear workflow and flexible updates”
Pros
The software is simple and user-friendly and even small adjustments can be added without much effort.
Cons
At times the system shows missing or incorrect data, such as the production counter not appearing. When that happens, we have to rely on support and in the meantime the inaccurate data distorts our statistics.
Rating Distribution
Ease of use
9
Value for money
8
Customer Support
6
Functionality
7
Tobacco, 500+ employees
“Accurate reports and friendly interface”
Pros
Right from the start the product feels very user-friendly and managing users is simple to handle. The reports can be adjusted to match different needs which makes them useful for a wide range of people. The interface is also very clear so operators can immediately see where problems are coming from.
Cons
The downside is that the software is not really built for OTP modules or other highly complex setups. It performs very well on cigarette machines where there is only one maker and one packer but once several machines are connected in a line and the logic has to identify where a stop originated, it often struggles to detect the correct root cause. Beyond that, the system would benefit from being more flexible and better customized for each piece of equipment.
Rating Distribution
Ease of use
8
Value for money
8
Customer Support
8
Functionality
8
Electrical/ Electronic Manufacturing, 500+ employees
“promising production order setup”
Pros
The MES is still in the integration phase and we're mainly working with the basic functions especially production orders. The system is user-friendly and I'm looking forward to the full integration so we can take advantage of all the tools and benefits it offers.
Cons
The only issue so far is that the integration is taking longer than we originally planned. Other than that, every function integrated up to this point has been simple to fit into our processes and has been very useful.
Rating Distribution
Ease of use
9
Value for money
8
Customer Support
8
Functionality
7
Farming, 500+ employees
“Powerful data and analytics”
Pros
There's a huge amount of data available, along with plenty of charts and analysis tools that make the software very informative.
Cons
usability and interface could be more simple although it can be configured to fit a specific application.
Rating Distribution
Ease of use
6
Value for money
8
Customer Support
8
Functionality
8
Tobacco, 500+ employees
“reliable reporting with lean insight”
Pros
The reporting has been dependable and the visibility into aggregated results has been really useful for setting shift-based and weekly priorities by loss category. It also offers complete flexibility when it comes to aligning with the user's own KPI standards and the platform shows a strong understanding of Lean Manufacturing KPIs.
Cons
One thing still missing is SKU-level reporting and the related insights. Also some features that aren't used often don't seem to be maintained consistently, such as Parameter Masterdata not being the same across all machines.
Rating Distribution
Ease of use
8
Value for money
8
Customer Support
8
Functionality
6
Automotive, 500+ employees
“Flawless ERP integration”
Pros
Right from the start, the system has met all of our functional requirements. The interface is clear and user-friendly and using it feels simple. It runs fast, performs reliably and we haven't experienced any operational errors. The integration with our ERP system was simple and has been working flawlessly.
Cons
I don't have any complaints.. the software has been working flawlessly.
Rating Distribution
Ease of use
10
Value for money
10
Customer Support
10
Functionality
10
Food & Beverages, 500+ employees
“scalable mes integration”
Pros
The MES system connects well with our existing data infrastructure, pulling in information from PLC devices order statuses and other operational sources without much friction.
Cons
Its functionality is still limited in some areas although the platform is scalable enough to adapt to our growing needs.
Rating Distribution
Ease of use
8
Value for money
8
Customer Support
8
Functionality
6
Tobacco, 500+ employees
“Modern dashboards and clean interface”
Pros
To me the interface feels polished and the dashboard design is especially well done. It's visually clear and pleasant to work with on a daily basis.
Cons
Customer support could be more responsive and the platform could use better flexibility when it comes to changes and adding new features.
Rating Distribution
Ease of use
8
Value for money
8
Customer Support
6
Functionality
6