Getting started
The core capabilities of factory.online and BEEDIGIT—a modular, cloud-native platform built to digitize, optimize, and scale modern manufacturing. From planning and costing to execution and IIoT integration, these articles show how you can start small and evolve into a fully synchronized smart factory.
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Overviewfactory.online + BEEDIGIT– Integrated Smart Manufacturing
System Architecture and Modular DesignModular MES & IIoT platform built for scalable manufacturing. factory.online + BEEDIGIT adapt to your factory, from planning to execution, with cloud-native, API-ready architecture.
Sales Module and Quote-to-Order FlowStreamline sales-to-production in manufacturing with factory.online. Convert quotes to orders, reserve materials and capacity early, and align sales with planning, MRP, and execution.
Master Production Schedule and Demand ConsolidationPlan production with factory.online’s Master Production Schedule. Consolidate demand, trigger MRP, and manage dependencies across BOMs, resources, and labor — all in one real-time view.
Multi-Scenario Production PlanningAdapt to change with factory.online’s multi-scenario planning. Simulate JIT, ASAP, and hybrid strategies to optimize capacity, reduce inventory, and respond to real-world constraints.
Job Order Scheduling with ConstraintsVisual production scheduling with factory.online. Use Gantt charts to align jobs, machines, labor, and constraints for on-time, efficient manufacturing execution.
Purchasing Workflow: Requisitions, POs, Receiptsfactory.online streamlines procurement with MRP-driven requisitions, PO tracking, and goods receipts. Gain full control over purchasing, deliveries, and supplier traceability.
Inventory Management and Batch TraceabilityReal-time inventory tracking by batch, location, and quality status. factory.online ensures traceability, accurate valuation, and full control across warehouses.
Material Replenishment and ForecastingAutomate material planning with factory.online. MRP-driven replenishment ensures just-in-time purchasing, reduces inventory waste, and keeps production flowing smoothly.
Standard and Actual Costing in factory.onlineTrack standard and actual costs in factory.online. Understand material, labor, and overhead breakdowns to quote accurately and improve profitability.
Configurable Product ManagementManage product variants and configurations with ease. factory.online lets you build flexible BOMs, auto-generate item codes, and handle complex customizations without duplication.
Multi-Level BOM and Digital Twin Structure of Your ProductsManage deep, multi-level BOMs with factory.online. Link assemblies to routing, simulate costs, and power accurate planning, costing, and production with a true digital product twin.
Master Data Onboarding TemplatesSpeed up onboarding with factory.online’s import templates, APIs, and validation tools. Migrate data from Excel or legacy systems and start clean, fast, and organized.
Actual Costing with BEEDIGIT IntegrationTrack true production costs with factory.online and BEEDIGIT. Capture real-time material and labor data to analyze cost variances, fix inefficiencies, and improve profitability.
Changeover Matrices and Fixed Scrap LogicPlan and control changeovers and scrap in cable production. Use matrices and fixed scrap logic in factory.online to optimize schedules, reduce waste, and improve accuracy.
Specialized Features for Cable FactoriesSpecialized MES/MRP for cable factories. Plan by meters, apply marking rules, optimize cutting, and manage routing, packaging, and multi-site operations with precision.
Scaling with factory.online: Subscription Tiers That Grow with YouScalable cloud MES & MRP for manufacturers. Start simple, scale to smart factory with IIoT and advanced planning.