Why is a single tool necessary?
Many manufacturing plants operate several systems simultaneously: MES, SCADA, ERP, CMMS, BI, and HMI. Each is responsible for a part of the process, but together they form a complex and not always coherent puzzle. Operators, managers, and directors often have to switch between systems to get a complete picture of production—and that means time, errors, and a lack of transparency.
AndonCloud as a single tool
AndonCloud combines the best features of many classes of industrial systems and integrates them into a single solution.
In practice, AndonCloud covers:
100% of the functionality of Andon systems (status visualization, signaling, notifications),
67% of MES (Manufacturing Execution System) functionality,
60% of SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) functionality,
60% of CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) functionality,
53% of BI (Business Intelligence) functionality,
38% of DSS (Decision Support System) functionality,
56% of HMI (Human-Machine Interface),
and selected PLC and ERP functions.
What roles does AndonCloud support?
AndonCloud is a system designed for the entire enterprise – it supports various roles and departments, responding to their specific needs:
CEO – sees a consistent picture of the entire company (UR, production, warehouse, quality) without switching between systems.
Production Director – controls OEE, KPIs, and the implementation of production plans, makes investment decisions based on reliable data.
Warehouse/Logistics Manager – has full synchronization of inventory and material flow with production.
Foremen and Shift Managers – monitor order fulfillment in real time and respond to deviations.
Operators – record statuses, report downtime, and have access to up-to-date documentation.
Maintenance specialists – handle breakdowns, use predictive maintenance, analyze repair history.
Quality departments – record non-conformities, analyze defects, and implement corrective actions.
Planning and logistics – synchronize schedules, plan resources, and collaborate with ERP.
What does the company gain from AndonCloud?
- A consistent source of information for the entire company
- Order and harmony – everyone knows where to find information.
- A common reporting language – managers and specialists use consistent KPIs.
- Full transparency – the CEO sees exactly what they need without having to switch between different systems.
- Faster decisions and fewer errors thanks to automation and process integration.
Summary
AndonCloud supports various roles in a manufacturing company.
It combines the functions of multiple industrial systems and makes data available to all roles, from operators to CEOs.
The system acts as a central monitoring and planning platform, which supports efficiency and competitiveness.
With a single system, all employees use the same indicators and data sources.
AndonCloud – one system supporting different roles and increasing transparency.
