Compare Epicor Connected Process Control vs. MERLIN Tempus EE

Epicor Connected Process Control provides a simple-to-use software solution that allows you to configure digital work instructions and enforce process control. It also ensures that operations are error-proof. Connect IoT devices to collect 100% time studies and process data, images and images at the task level. Real-time visibility and quality control on a new level! eFlex can handle any number of product variations or thousands of parts, whether you are a component-based or model-based manufacturer. Work instructions can be linked to Bill of Materials, ensuring that products are built correctly every time, even if changes are made during the process. Work instructions that are part a system that is advanced will automatically react to model and component variations and only display the right work instructions for what's currently being built at station.

The MERLIN Tempus Enterprise Edition (EE) enhances the functionality of MERLIN Tempus by incorporating full Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), an adaptive job scheduling feature, and seamless integration with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems. The data from ERP systems plays a crucial role in tracking the overhead costs associated with manufacturing operations. For instance, when a customer inquires about the status of an order, a factory's front office team without MERLIN Tempus EE would need to manually search for the work order and physically check on the location of the components on the production floor. However, with the integration of the ERP-connected MERLIN Tempus EE dashboard, the team can quickly access real-time information about the part's status in the manufacturing workflow and its estimated completion time for shipping. This real-time data feed enhances the relevance of the ERP system, thereby reducing uncertainties in fulfilling customer timelines and enhancing overall satisfaction. Ultimately, MERLIN Tempus EE transforms the way factories manage their operations, making it significantly more efficient and responsive to customer needs.