Discrete manufacturers need powerful tools like a manufacturing execution system (MES) to stay competitive. While Microsoft Business Central offers robust ERP capabilities, it doesn’t include a built-in MES for discrete manufacturing, creating a gap in real-time production visibility.
Fortunately, you don’t have to build your own MES solution or search far and wide to find one. MV2, an MES designed specifically to integrate with Microsoft BC, lets you extend your value and offer a full solution without reinventing the wheel.
What is MES (and Why Should You Care?)
MES, or Manufacturing Execution System, is software that helps manufacturers manage and track production as it happens. It connects the ERP system to the shop floor, providing real-time visibility into machines, job progress, downtime, and performance.
For manufacturers, MES is essential to ensure efficient operations, reduce waste, and make smarter decisions based on live production data.
When you’re pitching BC to discrete manufacturing clients, many will ask about MES capabilities. Being able to speak confidently about MES, and more importantly, how you can deliver it alongside BC, puts you ahead of the competition. Ignoring this conversation can be costly, as prospects may doubt whether BC alone can fully support their manufacturing needs, potentially driving them to seek other solutions or invest in expensive customizations to fill the gap.
Meet MV2: A Purpose-Built MES for Microsoft BC
Trusted by discrete manufacturers for over 40 years, ISE powers operations with proven MES performance. MV2, developed by ISE, is a modern MES designed specifically to integrate with Microsoft Business Central.
It connects seamlessly to the Microsoft Business Central, helping you preserve your client’s investment while delivering a complete, end-to-end manufacturing solution.
Key capabilities of MV2 include:
- Real-time production tracking: See exactly what’s happening on the shop floor as it happens.
- Downtime and scrap reporting: Identify issues quickly and reduce waste.
- Operator and machine performance metrics: Monitor efficiency and productivity.
- Paperless work instructions: Deliver step-by-step guidance to operators digitally.
- And more: All designed to meet the needs of modern manufacturers.
By combining BC with MV2, you’re offering an end-to-end manufacturing solution that covers everything from ERP to execution.
How MV2 Helps You Sell a Complete Solution
Partnering with ISE to bring MV2 into your sales process means you gain discrete manufacturing MES expertise without investing time or resources to develop your own solution. You maintain control of the client relationship while ISE handles the MES side.
This approach boosts your credibility and win rates when selling to manufacturing prospects, because you can confidently offer a full-stack digital transformation solution. It positions you as a partner who understands manufacturing challenges not just a software reseller.
These benefits make MV2 not only easier for your clients to implement but also give you a competitive edge when delivering a complete, future-ready discrete manufacturing solution.
Partnering with ISE
Engaging ISE for discrete manufacturing MES conversations is straightforward and designed to fit seamlessly into your existing sales process. You don’t have to build or buy a complex MES solution yourself, just bring us in, and we’ll handle the rest.
We’re with you every step of the way. From pre-sales and sales support to planning and installation to training and ongoing support, we make sure your clients are gaining value and equipped to thrive with MV2 from day one.
For partners looking to build additional service offerings we can train your team to become MV2 implementers.
Contact us to learn how MV2 can support your next manufacturing opportunity.