Description

Introduction

Apriso MES delivers integrated tools for managing production and quality across global manufacturing operations. This course explores how Apriso supports real-time production execution, traceability, quality inspections, and nonconformance management. Learners will gain hands-on experience with Apriso’s production and quality modules to ensure operational excellence, compliance, and continuous improvement on the shop floor.

Prerequisites

Participants should have:

• Basic understanding of Apriso MES platform

• Familiarity with manufacturing processes (discrete or process)

• Some experience with production control, quality assurance, or plant operations

• Optional: prior exposure to SPC, CAPA, or Lean/Six Sigma practices

Table of Contents

1. Introduction to Production and Quality in MES
    1.1 Role of MES in managing production and quality
    1.2 Benefits of integration: visibility, traceability, and control
    1.3 Apriso’s modular approach

2. Production Execution and Monitoring
    2.1 Work order management and scheduling
    2.2 Operator work instructions and data capture
    2.3 Real-time tracking of production events

3. Resource and Material Management
    3.1 Handling materials, lots, and serial numbers
    3.2 Equipment status and utilization monitoring
    3.3 Downtime tracking and analysis

4. Quality Data Collection and Inspection
    4.1 Defining inspection plans and checkpoints
    4.2 Inline and end-of-line inspections
    4.3 Automated vs manual data collection

5. Managing Nonconformances and Defects
    5.1 Capturing and categorizing quality events
    5.2 Initiating corrective and preventive actions (CAPA)
    5.3 Root cause analysis and workflow escalation

6. Statistical Process Control (SPC) in Apriso
    6.1 Setting up SPC rules and charts
    6.2 Interpreting trends and control limits
    6.3 Integrating SPC into quality workflows

7. Compliance, Traceability, and Audits
    7.1 Product genealogy and traceability reports
    7.2 Electronic records and audit trails
    7.3 Meeting regulatory and industry standards

8. Dashboards, KPIs, and Continuous Improvement
    8.1 Visualizing production and quality metrics
    8.2 Monitoring OEE, defect rates, and throughput
    8.3 Using Apriso data for Lean and Six Sigma projects

9. Case Studies and Industry Applications
    9.1 High-volume discrete manufacturing
    9.2 Regulated industries (e.g., medical devices, aerospace)
    9.3 Global quality standardization across plants

Apriso MES equips manufacturers with a powerful platform for synchronizing production execution and quality management. By unifying these domains, organizations gain real-time control, improved product quality, and the agility to respond to issues proactively. This course builds the expertise needed to leverage Apriso for consistent, compliant, and high-performance operations.