SAP Digital Manufacturing Cloud
To drive maximum value from connected machines and plants in the age of Industry 4.0, companies must not stop at merely gathering data. Real-time analysis of this data is crucial, and SAP Digital Manufacturing Cloud (SAP DMC) is the perfect platform to achieve it.
Tasks and functions of SAP DMC
With its holistic approach to manufacturing operations, SAP Manufacturing Cloud offers a complete solution for data-driven process control and optimization, enabling seamless integration of all manufacturing functions. This fully cloud-based Manufacturing Execution System (MES) sets the stage for digital factory implementation, delivering powerful capabilities for execution, analysis, and control of all manufacturing processes.
Collection of critical
process data
Continuous generation of data in interconnected production environments is an ongoing process, providing valuable insights for both automated processes and informed decision-making.
Analysis of
production data
In today’s connected world, machines are becoming increasingly reliant on cloud services such as analytics, AI, and machine learning. These services provide the necessary tools to generate added value from data, allowing businesses to stay competitive and ahead of the curve.
Process modelling
and execution
Machines, being from different origins, speak unique languages, thereby making communication and production processes complex. SAP DMC, the solution to this challenge, is designed to unify diverse languages and streamline production processes for a smooth, optimized operation.
Resource
coordination
SAP DMC seamlessly integrates and harmonizes the diverse data and processes within a company’s value chains, enabling optimal utilization of resources and strategic decision-making.
Building the SAP Digital Manufacturing Cloud
The Digital Manufacturing Cloud consists of several components. The two most important are:
SAP Digital Manufacturing Cloud for
Execution
(SAP DMCe)
SAP DMCe offers cloud-based manufacturing control, production process monitoring, job management, and technical integration. It eliminates the need for physical infrastructure like a data center, which is required for traditional MES solutions.
SAP Digital Manufacturing Insights
(SAP DMCi)
SAP DMCi is a cloud-based solution for manufacturing performance management. It integrates data from various production and automation systems to capture, visualize and provide real-time KPIs. This promotes global and transparent decision-making to improve production through continuous improvement measures.
Benefits of SAP Digital Manufacturing Cloud
As an integral part of SAP’s Industry 4.Now initiative, and a crucial element for driving digital transformation in manufacturing, SAP Digital Manufacturing Cloud offers a diverse range of benefits to its users:
Out-of-the-box integration
with S/4 HANA and SAP ERP
By merging production and process data, companies can gain a comprehensive understanding of the entire value chain, allowing them to identify previously unknown correlations and thus increase overall equipment effectiveness (OEE) leading to greater efficiency and profitability.
Harmonised KPIs and
data analysis
Utilizing a standardized SAP system not only offers companies the ability to objectively evaluate machine and plant performance, but also provides a consistent and reliable platform to monitor and achieve targets through the use of SAP MII.
Comprehensive
transparency
Managers can monitor processes from anywhere with their mobile devices. User-friendly interfaces and transparent dashboards make it easy to analyze data and integrations for informed decision-making.
SAP DMC Example
Zircoo utilized the cutting-edge Digital Manufacturing Cloud to successfully create a state-of-the-art autonomous plant. This fully integrated plant, from top to shop floor, runs on SAP systems entirely in the cloud. The added benefit of a transparent plant control system enables access to critical information for workers at all times, resulting in maximum efficiency and flexibility.
Zircoo– your partner for SAP DMC
SAP Digital Manufacturing Cloud offers a plethora of benefits and countless opportunities to manufacturers, but it is vital to have a partner who comprehends their industry requirements. Zircoo, an adept and experienced SAP partner, can adeptly execute custom solutions in both public or private clouds, or using a hybrid model. Additionally, we offer flexible subscription options for product licensing.
FAQ: SAP Digital Manufacturing Cloud
SAP Digital Manufacturing Cloud is a complete Manufacturing Execution System (MES) that provides real-time data analysis. This system, in conjunction with SAP ME and SAP MII, forms the SAP Digital Manufacturing Suite. The system collects and analyzes process-related data in real-time, manages critical production processes, and seamlessly integrates them with SAP ERP systems. By using the cloud for complete provisioning, users can achieve significant cost savings compared to on-premises models.
SAP Digital Manufacturing Cloud is customizable using SAP Business Technology Platform. It is recommended to engage an experienced SAP Partner for complex modifications and integration with on-premises installations via Cloud Platform Integration Setup and Cloud Connector.