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Description
The landscape of manufacturing is undergoing a significant transformation due to digitalization, compelling companies to adapt swiftly and smartly to unforeseen shifts while managing reduced lead times and fulfilling customer expectations. This pressure is not exclusive to large corporations; small and medium-sized enterprises also face similar hurdles. To address these challenges, Siemens has developed Opcenter APS (previously known as Preactor APS), which employs sophisticated algorithms to align demand with capacity, thus producing feasible production schedules. These tools are versatile enough to support long-term strategic planning extending over months or years, as well as medium-term tactical planning that spans several weeks, and can also handle intricate sequencing and scheduling tasks. Siemens Opcenter APS is designed for immediate installation and can be tailored as needed, functioning independently for planning and scheduling, while also being compatible for integration with additional software solutions to enhance overall operational efficiency.
Description
B2wise is a cloud-centric platform for supply chain planning and execution, founded on the principles of Demand Driven Material Requirements Planning (DDMRP). By moving away from traditional MRP systems that heavily rely on forecasts, it adopts a pull-based methodology that leverages actual demand, strategic inventory buffers, and adaptive scheduling to ensure a seamless flow of materials and cash. The essential modules of the platform collaborate effectively to mitigate supply chain volatility, manage demand variations, and deliver visual, prioritized planning signals instead of convoluted and error-prone schedules. Additionally, b2wise incorporates AI-driven features, such as its innovative CommWise.AI module, which empowers businesses to create tailored S&OP dashboards, scenario planning boards, and real-time tactical hubs. This capability facilitates swift “what-if” analyses, automated notifications, buffer adjustments, and ongoing alignment between demand and supply, ultimately enhancing decision-making and operational efficiency. Moreover, these advancements ensure that companies can adapt to changing market dynamics more swiftly than ever before.
API Access
Has API
No
API Access
Has API
No
Integrations
3DViewStation
Yes
Bottomline Paymode
Yes
Check Point IPS
Yes
Cohesion
Yes
IBM Cloud Mass Data Migration
Yes
ICONICS IoT
Yes
Imperva DDoS Protection
Yes
K-Display View
Yes
Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central
No
Oracle Big Data Discovery
Yes
Integrations
3DViewStation
No
Bottomline Paymode
No
Check Point IPS
No
Cohesion
No
IBM Cloud Mass Data Migration
No
ICONICS IoT
No
Imperva DDoS Protection
No
K-Display View
No
Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central
Yes
Oracle Big Data Discovery
No
Pricing Details
No price information available.
Free Trial
No
Free Version
No
Pricing Details
No price information available.
Free Trial
No
Free Version
No
Deployment
Web-Based
Yes
On-Premises
No
iPhone App
No
iPad App
No
Android App
No
Windows
Yes
Mac
Yes
Linux
No
Chromebook
No
Deployment
Web-Based
Yes
On-Premises
No
iPhone App
No
iPad App
No
Android App
No
Windows
No
Mac
No
Linux
No
Chromebook
No
Customer Support
Business Hours
Yes
Live Rep (24/7)
No
Online Support
Yes
Customer Support
Business Hours
No
Live Rep (24/7)
No
Online Support
Yes
Types of Training
Training Docs
Yes
Webinars
No
Live Training (Online)
Yes
In Person
No
Types of Training
Training Docs
Yes
Webinars
Yes
Live Training (Online)
Yes
In Person
No
Vendor Details
Company Name
Siemens
Founded
1847
Country
Germany
Website
www.plm.automation.siemens.com/global/en/products/manufacturing-operations-center/preactor-aps.html
Vendor Details
Company Name
b2wise
Founded
2016
Country
United States
Website
www.b2wise.com
Product Features
APS
Automated Scheduling
Yes
Capacity Planning
Yes
Change Management
Yes
Constraint Management
Yes
Demand Planning
Yes
KPIs
Yes
MRP
Yes
Order Management
Yes
Production Scheduling
Yes
Quality Management
Yes
What-if Analysis
Yes
Production Scheduling
"What If" Scenarios
No
Automated Scheduling
No
Bottleneck Optimization
No
Capacity Planning
No
Constraint Scheduling
Yes
Job Scheduling
No
Material Planning
No
Priority-Based Scheduling
No
Quality Control
No
Product Features
APS
Automated Scheduling
No
Capacity Planning
No
Change Management
No
Constraint Management
No
Demand Planning
No
KPIs
No
MRP
No
Order Management
No
Production Scheduling
No
Quality Management
No
What-if Analysis
No