MES starts before the RFP: Building the right foundation
Jumping straight into vendor conversations is one of the biggest mistakes manufacturers make when starting their MES journey. Successful deployments hardly ever begin with an RFP but with clarity. Clear goals, clear scope, and clear alignment between IT, OT, and business stakeholders are critical success factors.
Upcoming Webinar
What you’ll learn
In this session, you’ll gain practical insights into how manufacturers can avoid early-stage MES missteps. Our experts will share real-world strategies, lessons learned, and proven practices you can apply immediately.
Why MES starts before the RFP
The risks of rushing into vendor talks too soon.
Aligning MES with strategic goals
Practical ways to connect MES with real operational pain points.
Best practices for the pre-RFI phase
How to structure research and analysis to prevent scope creep.
Risks of rushing MES planning
Common mistakes and how other manufacturers overcame them.
Building the business case
How to secure leadership buy-in with ROI-focused communication.
When it might be too early for MES
How to recognize readiness gaps before committing.
How you benefit
Whether you're in the early stages of an MES initiative or revisiting a paused project, this webinar will help you:
Identify the key conditions required for MES success.
Gain insights from consulting, integration, and client perspectives.
Prevent wasted effort, rework, and misaligned requirements.
Lay the digital foundation for a long-term competitive advantage.
Webinar agenda
This webinar will be an interactive session combining expert dialogue with live audience engagement.
Here’s a glance of what to expect:
Welcome and Introduction
Panel Dialogue:
Interactive Poll
Q&A Session
Next Steps and a Free Presentation with Checkpoints
Seats are limited!
Reserve your spot now to join this interactive session and learn how to build the right foundation for MES.