Description

Introduction

This course is designed for system administrators responsible for maintaining and supporting Apriso MES environments. It provides practical knowledge of Apriso architecture, server configurations, security controls, and system maintenance. Participants will learn how to ensure high availability, manage performance, and support users across production and enterprise landscapes.

Prerequisites

Participants should have:

• Basic understanding of Apriso MES components

• Familiarity with Windows Server, SQL Server, and IIS

• Experience with enterprise system administration (Active Directory, security, networking)

Table of Contents

1. Apriso System Architecture Overview
    1.1 Apriso application layers (web, logic, database)
    1.2 Server and client components
    1.3 Deployment models: standalone vs distributed

2. Installation and Configuration
    2.1 System requirements and planning
    2.2 Apriso installation steps
    2.3 Post-install configuration (IIS, services, database)

3. User and Role Management
    3.1 User provisioning and authentication methods
    3.2 Role-based access control (RBAC)
    3.3 Integration with LDAP/Active Directory

4. Security and Permissions
    4.1 Application-level security settings
    4.2 Managing permissions and groups
    4.3 Certificate management and secure communication

5. System Monitoring and Performance Tuning
    5.1 Monitoring logs, services, and performance counters
    5.2 Identifying and resolving bottlenecks
    5.3 Best practices for resource optimization

6. Backup, Recovery, and Disaster Planning
    6.1 Backing up Apriso components and databases
    6.2 Recovery scenarios and system restoration
    6.3 High availability and disaster recovery planning

7. Patch Management and Upgrades
    7.1 Applying hotfixes and service packs
    7.2 Upgrading Apriso versions
    7.3 Compatibility checks and rollback procedures

8. Troubleshooting and Support Tools
    8.1 Analyzing logs and error messages
    8.2 Diagnostic tools and Apriso support utilities
    8.3 Managing incidents and support escalation

9. Audit, Compliance, and System Logs
    9.1 Tracking user activity and changes
    9.2 System audit logs and compliance settings
    9.3 Reporting and audit readiness

10. Best Practices and System Hardening
    10.1 Routine maintenance tasks
    10.2 Change control and documentation
    10.3 Securing the MES environment

This course equips system administrators with the practical skills needed to manage, secure, and optimize Apriso MES deployments. With a focus on reliability, compliance, and performance, participants will leave prepared to support enterprise-scale MES operations and ensure uninterrupted system availability across manufacturing environments.