Proficy Smart Factory - MES SolutionsManufacturing Plant Software Proficy Plant Applications Overview Transform manufacturing for greater efficiency, quality & sustainability with proven enterprise & plant software Proficy Plant Applications from GE Vernova is a powerful Manufacturing Operations Management (MOM) solution for process, discrete, and diverse / mixed manufacturers. Our manufacturing execution system (MES) enterprise and plant software collects and analyzes data, and helps manage highly automated, fast-moving processes as well as slower moving, labor-intensive jobs. Recognized as a Leader by 4 major industry analyst firmsFaster time to value: dozens of out-of-the-box screens for process, discrete, and mixed manufacturingRich visualization: easily customize MES screens without writing codeManage large enterprises including mixed/diverse manufacturing, multi-sites, and globalRun in private or public cloud and/or on-premProven MES, expert support, and real results Proficy Plant Applications Videos Take advantage of a special webinar series with 4-minute videos for Proficy Plant Applications users. See Resources section for additional webinars and other videos. Watch MES Equipment Screen Improve OEE and Quality with Analytics Boost Efficiency & Cut Costs with Proficy Plant Applications MESOne MES for process, discrete & mixed manufacturing—reduce costs, boost quality & performance, and empower operators with data to drive agility & continuous improvement.Download Datasheet What Is Manufacturing Operations Management (MOM) in Manufacturing?Discover how MOM software improves efficiency, quality, and agility by connecting production, maintenance, scheduling, and quality for smarter manufacturing operations.Read MOM Blog 12345 "Data is really important to us to improve stability of the operation. [GE Vernova] provide the most complete software suite for our needs." Benoit Lapensée MES Director, Cascades Tissue Group Proficy Smart Factory Provides End-to-End Manufacturing ValueThe Proficy portfolio includes cloud-based and on-prem HMI/SCADA, MES, industrial data management, and analytics. Proficy offers architecture flexibility including single machines, remote substations, and complex, distributed networks that span multiple factories and geographies. We’re driving measurable progress for over 20,000 diverse customers around the world.20%Inventory reduction+20%Recovered capacity80%Decrease in downtime Maximize Efficiencies and Increase Revenue Decrease costs and increase agilityReduce costs and improve agility with one MES solution that uniquely serves your discrete, process, and mixed manufacturing requirements. Improve efficiency and productivityIncrease operational effectiveness by understanding operations performance down to the individual asset. Increase product & process qualityQuality management ensures consistent quality in your products, providing real-time trends, statistics, and notifications to control quality levels while keeping up with the speed of your business. Enable continuous improvementImprove performance with capabilities designed to solve the toughest manufacturing challenges and drive Continuous Improvement – while leveraging GE Vernova’s renowned expertise in Lean. Save money by reducing errors & wasteDrive precision with the ability to visualize, analyze, optimize, and execute with a closed-loop solution while also reducing rework and the risk of errors. Speed deployment and the right actionsLeverage faster deployment with commercial off-the-shelf software, accelerating implementation and ROI. Load More Customer StoryChurch & Dwight increases OEE by 6% with Proficy Smart Factory MES.Learn More Gartner MES Reports We are proud to announce that GE Vernova has been named a Representative Vendor in the 2025 Gartner® Market Guide for Manufacturing Execution Systems. We believe this is a powerful step forward in our work toward powering our customers’ transition to digital with fully integrated industrial manufacturing and utilities software. Click here to learn more. NOTE: To better align with the industry, we will only be offering our Proficy Smart Factory Software Suite licenses as subscription spanning any mix of hosted or on-premises solutions. Featured Related Resources A Digital Approach to On-Demand ManufacturingLearn what MES technologies you need to have in place in order to capitalize on a multi-modal approach.Download the white paper The Rise of Multimodal ManufacturingUnderstand predictive manufacturing strategies to help tackle today’s manufacturing challenges.Download the manufacturing white paper Advantages of Cloud-Based Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES)Learn how a cloud-based MES system can lower the cost of ownership, decrease maintenance, and improve security.Read the blog Load More Proficy Plant Applications Modules Efficiency ManagementThe Efficiency Management module tracks and monitors overall equipment effectiveness (OEE) and other critical key performance indicators, downtime, waste, and production counts, MTBF, MTTR, and more.Read Production is Evolving white paper Cloud OEEThis cloud-based solution collects and analyzes data, and helps manage highly automated, fast-moving processes as well as slower moving, labor-intensive jobs.Explore Cloud OEE Production Management & TrackingProduction management supports full traceability of individual products through every step of the manufacturing process allowing for auditable genealogy and production reporting.Read Rapid Line Changeovers white paper Quality ManagementThis module ensures consistency in products, providing real-time trends, statistics, SPC, and notifications. It integrates process, inspection, and test data from manual & automated sources, then houses information in one place (includes support for 21 CFR Part 11).Watch First Time Right Video Batch AnalysisWith our unique layered applications approach and interface to standards-based commercially available batch execution systems, the Batch Analysis module is a great fit for both new and existing systems. It supports ISA-88 recipe analysis for products as formulation (BOM), procedures, and equipment.Download Distributed Architectures white paper Load MoreEnd of Result View All Resources Where to Buy? Where to Buy? Leverage GE Vernova’s partner ecosystem of deep domain knowledge and industrial expertise.Our Partner Ecosystem Resources Blogs Videos Additional Resources FAQs FAQs What is manufacturing plant software? Manufacturing plant software is a category of industrial software used to manage and monitor production operations on the plant floor. It typically includes capabilities such as manufacturing execution systems (MES), equipment monitoring, process visualization, data collection, and analysis. These systems help bridge the gap between business-level planning and shop floor execution by providing up-to-date visibility into production processes and equipment performance. How can manufacturing plant software improve operational efficiency and reduce costs? By digitizing and standardizing production workflows, manufacturing plant software helps reduce manual processes, improve coordination, and minimize errors. It supports better utilization of labor and equipment, improves visibility into downtime and waste, and enables faster response to changing production conditions. As a result, manufacturers can improve throughput, reduce rework and scrap, and lower the total cost of operations. What are the key features to look for in manufacturing plant software? Key features often include production tracking, order execution, equipment and line performance monitoring, downtime and waste analysis, quality management, traceability, and operator guidance. The most effective systems also support flexible deployment options (cloud, on-premises, or hybrid), cross-site visibility, configurable dashboards, and integration with ERP, SCADA, and IoT systems. How does manufacturing plant software integrate with other systems like ERP, MES, or SCADA? Manufacturing plant software is typically designed to connect with enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) platforms, and MES layers. Integration is achieved using standard protocols and APIs to enable the flow of data between systems. This allows manufacturers to coordinate production execution, resource planning, equipment monitoring, and business reporting in a unified workflow. What industries benefit the most from implementing manufacturing plant software? A wide range of industries benefit from manufacturing plant software, including automotive, food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, industrial equipment, consumer goods, and more. These tools support both highly automated and labor-intensive environments, and are well suited for discrete, process, and mixed-mode manufacturing operations. What are the challenges of implementing manufacturing plant software in complex facilities? Challenges may include integrating with legacy systems, modeling complex workflows, and aligning data standards across departments or sites. Other considerations include change management, training, and ensuring clean, consistent data inputs from both automated and manual sources. These challenges can be addressed by starting with a well-defined rollout plan, engaging cross-functional teams, and working with experienced implementation partners who understand both the operational and IT aspects of manufacturing environments. How can manufacturing plant software help monitor and optimize equipment performance? Manufacturing plant software can collect equipment-level data—such as run times, output counts, fault conditions, and maintenance triggers—to provide a clear picture of how assets are performing. By analyzing key performance indicators like OEE, MTBF, and MTTR, teams can identify underperforming equipment, schedule preventive maintenance, and reduce unplanned downtime. This helps extend asset life and improve overall plant efficiency. How can manufacturing plant software help identify bottlenecks and inefficiencies in production? By continuously monitoring order progress, cycle times, and equipment status, manufacturing plant software can highlight process steps where delays or slowdowns frequently occur. Whether due to machine capacity limits, material shortages, or manual handoffs, these insights help manufacturers identify the root causes of inefficiencies and take action to rebalance workflows, optimize scheduling, or improve resource utilization. How does manufacturing plant software handle multi-site operations and scalability? Many modern manufacturing plant software platforms are built to support multi-site operations by offering centralized configuration, reporting, and performance tracking. They can be deployed across multiple facilities using standardized templates and shared infrastructure, while still allowing for local customization. This helps companies scale their digital operations while maintaining consistency, traceability, and operational control across the enterprise. 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