Apport warehouse mes
Connect warehouse and production in one system
Apport Warehouse MES connects production and warehousing, giving you real-time visibility
of materials, production orders and finished goods.
MES SYSTEM FOR PRODUCTION AND WAREHOUSE MANAGEMENT
The link between production and the warehouse
When production and the warehouse do not work from the same data, delays, duplicate entries and a lack of visibility quickly arise. An MES system connects what happens in production with the processes and inventory managed in the warehouse.
Apport Warehouse MES connects production orders, materials, work centres and finished goods with Apport WMS and ERP. This gives employees one up-to-date source of information, so raw materials, consumption, production status and finished goods can be tracked in real time. Apport Warehouse MES makes it easier to coordinate work between the warehouse and production, reduce paperwork and ensure that data is recorded where the work takes place.
What is an MES system?
MES stands for Manufacturing Execution System. An MES system is used to manage, monitor and record what happens in production. Apport Warehouse MES also connects production with warehouse management, so the warehouse and production work from the same information.
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Using touchscreens at each work centre, employees can view production orders, record material consumption, monitor inventory and update statuses directly in the system.
This means the warehouse and production always work from the same information.
Real-time visibility
Apport Warehouse MES gives you an up-to-date view of materials, inventory and production status. On the touchscreen, employees can see which materials are available at the work centre, what is on the way and whether anything is missing to continue production.
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When materials are moved, consumed or returned, the change is recorded immediately. This provides a more accurate picture of production and makes it easier to ensure that the required raw materials are ready when needed.
Real-time visibility
View inventory, incoming materials and production status directly in the MES system. Changes are recorded and displayed instantly.
Warehouse and production connected
Bring raw materials, work centres and finished goods into one flow, so warehouse and production use the same up-to-date data.
Track products and orders
Track products and production orders via touchscreens at each work centre, from materials to finished goods.
Paperless communication
Keep work instructions, packing instructions and short messages digital, giving employees key information directly on screen.
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Hear Apport’s COO Carsten Wetche explain MES
In the video, Carsten explains how Apport Warehouse MES connects warehouse and production in one system – and why this results in fewer stoppages and smoother production flow.
WITH APPORT MES, YOU GET
Less paperwork in production
Keep work instructions, packing instructions and short messages digital. With Apport Warehouse MES, employees get the key information directly on the screen at the work centre.
Better production visibility
Track production orders, materials and inventory in one place. This provides a more accurate overview and makes it easier to coordinate work between warehouse and production.
Greater traceability
Track materials, inventory and finished goods throughout production. This makes it easier to document where goods are and what has happened during the process.
Real-time data
When materials are moved, consumed or returned, changes are recorded immediately. This reduces delayed data entry and provides more up-to-date information for decision-making.
Better resource planning
Gain better control of raw materials, materials and inventory across work centres. Apport Warehouse MES makes it easier to ensure that the necessary resources are available in production.
More flexible production
When production plans, order volumes or inventory levels change, you can adapt operations more quickly. This makes it easier to manage changes without unnecessary stoppages.
Are you considering MES?
Apport Warehouse MES is relevant when you want better alignment between production planning, warehouse management and the work carried out in production.
Apport Warehouse MES may be relevant for you if:
- You are a manufacturing company.
- You often lack real-time visibility of production.
- Changes to the production plan are time-consuming to manage.
- Planning is difficult because inventory levels are updated retrospectively.
- Production and quality documents take up space in the production area.
- Time is spent entering data manually into the ERP system afterwards.
- Missing materials cause delays or stoppages in production.
INTEGRATION
MES, WMS and ERP in one flow
An MES system delivers the greatest value when it works with the rest of the company’s systems. Apport Warehouse MES integrates with both WMS and ERP, keeping production orders, materials and inventory up to date across planning, production and the warehouse.
This allows production to work from up-to-date data, while the warehouse gains better visibility of raw materials, semi-finished goods and finished goods. The result is better coordination, less manual data entry and a more connected process from production order to finished goods.
ERP
Production orders, bills of materials and production data are exchanged automatically, ensuring that planning is based on up-to-date information.
MES
Apport Warehouse MES connects planning with the work carried out in production. Using touchscreens at each work centre, employees can track orders, materials and inventory in real time.
WMS
Apport WMS provides visibility of raw materials, semi-finished goods and finished goods, so the warehouse can supply production with the right materials at the right time.
CUSTOMER CASE
See how others use MES and Apport WMS
WHY APPORT
A partner that understands both
production and warehousing
25+ years
Experience in intralogistics
We have helped Nordic companies optimise warehousing, production and internal workflows for more than 25 years.
1 system
Connected operations
Apport Warehouse MES connects production, warehousing and data, so everyone works from the same up-to-date information.
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Systems that work together
Apport Warehouse MES integrates with both WMS and ERP, keeping production orders, materials and inventory synchronised throughout the process.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
about MES
What is MES?
MES stands for Manufacturing Execution System. It is an IT system that manages and monitors production in real time. The system connects planning in the ERP system with what happens in production and helps ensure traceability, consistent quality and efficient operations throughout the process.
What is Apport Warehouse MES?
Apport Warehouse MES is an add-on module for Apport WMS that provides real-time production visibility and connects warehouse and production more closely.
What are the benefits of Apport Warehouse MES?
MES reduces stoppages, increases output and integrates easily with WMS and ERP. You gain greater traceability, fewer manual errors and better use of production data in one connected system that works with your warehouse management system.
Which companies benefit most from MES?
MES is relevant for manufacturing companies that want greater visibility into their production processes and a better basis for decision-making. MES software is particularly valuable where even minor interruptions or errors can be costly. Companies with complex processes, many production orders and strict traceability requirements gain the greatest value, as the MES system provides real-time insights and automated control. Read more about WMS for manufacturing here.
How does integrating warehouse and production create business value?
When warehouse and production work together in one system, waiting time, errors and duplicate data entry are reduced. This improves flow, lowers costs and enables more accurate deliveries, with a direct impact on the bottom line.
A stronger connection between production and the warehouse creates measurable savings:
– Less capital tied up in inventory.
– Lower costs from waste and rework.
– Better use of space and employees.
How does MES integrate with ERP and WMS?
A modern MES system connects business systems with the work carried out on the production floor. When MES integrates with ERP, orders, bills of materials and production data are exchanged automatically, ensuring that planning is always up to date. This allows management to make faster decisions based on accurate real-time data.
MES can also connect with a WMS, or Warehouse Management System, bringing production and warehouse management closer together. This provides full visibility of raw materials, semi-finished goods and finished goods while reducing the risk of production stoppages caused by missing materials. With Apport Warehouse MES, you can connect the entire value chain in one continuous flow, from ERP planning until the finished goods leave the warehouse.
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Want to know how an MES system can improve coordination between production and warehousing? Talk to Tarik with no obligation and get a clear assessment of whether Apport Warehouse MES fits your needs.