Future-proof manufacturing with SAP Digital Manufacturing & SAP BTP
Modernise your Manufacturing Execution System – with a clear strategy, reduced costs and technical future-proofing thanks to the SAP Cloud MES SAP DM & BTP.
Die The challenge: Time is running out
Many manufacturing companies postpone the decision for a new MES – usually in favour of S/4HANA projects or due to scarce resources. However, SAP ME/MII will reach the end of support by 2030 at the latest. Outdated systems cause rising costs, slow down innovation and prevent the use of modern technologies such as AI, low-code or digital twins. Those who delay migration risk becoming increasingly dependent on legacy structures and losing competitiveness.
Our Solution: SAP MES-to-Cloud Journey
With the SAP MES-to-Cloud Journey, cbs offers a well-founded answer to the upcoming technology change. Our approach is aimed not only at the technical migration from SAP ME/MII to SAP Digital Manufacturing (SAP DM) and Business Technology Platform (BTP) – but also at the targeted empowerment of your organisation to rethink data-driven manufacturing.
The cbs Data Shifting Tool enables automated, risk-free migration of MES master data from SAP ME or other systems with up to 90% less effort for key users.
The migration takes place entirely without interrupting production – thanks to technical accelerators, defined quality assurance mechanisms and structured project management.
We provide orientation in the decision-making process, evaluate the initial situation together with you and develop a reliable target image for your future MES.
Strategic added value through expert knowledge
Focus on customer benefits
Up to 75% reduction in project costs
Up to 75% reduction in project costs Less effort, faster implementation
Migrating to SAP DM & BTP requires only about a quarter of the effort required for the original SAP ME/MII implementation.
90% less effort for master data migration
90% less effort for master data migration Less effort, faster implementation
Migrating to SAP DM & BTP requires only about a quarter of the effort required for the original SAP ME/MII implementation.
Future-proof thanks to cloud MES
Future-proof thanks to cloud MES Platform for AI, automation and integration
SAP DM & BTP enable data-driven decisions, AI applications and seamless connection to S/4HANA and SAP EWM.
The SAP MES-to-Cloud Journey provides a clear path to SAP DM and gives you certainty about migration requirements, certainty about technical questions and concerns and readiness to decide & to start.
Success Story
Future-proof migration
One of the world’s leading manufacturers of drive technology has successfully migrated its global SAP ME template to a harmonised and globally scalable SAP DM template with cbs. With our standard-first approach, a dynamic worker guidance system was realised that integrates SAP BTP technology and machine connectivity with high performance and flexibility. The result: more flexibility, performance and future viability on the shop floor.
Start SAP MES migration
Process model & Project approach
Analysis of the status quo, target image development and migration strategy - including PoCs for critical functions. Duration: 1-3 months.
Agile project management with a standard-first approach and templates for a scalable, globally deployable solution.
SLA-based support, release management, training (SAP DM Learning Journey) and continuous optimisation with AI and modern technologies.
Accompanied by the cbs Fast Value methodology: quickly measurable results, best practices, holistic expertise.
MES transformation with vision
In this blog post, you will learn how to future-proof your production IT – through a tried-and-tested modernisation approach that takes existing structures into account and creates targeted added value.
Why cbs?
Methodology M-cbs
Our M-cbs method is designed for the complex challenges of company-wide change projects. M-cbs is our DNA.
From strategy to implementation
Design-to-Operate
More info & downloads
Deepens your knowledge of the SAP MES-to-Cloud Journey.
Our in-depth materials provide you with practical insights into proven migration methods, concrete project experiences and strategic recommendations for switching from SAP ME/MII to SAP DM & BTP. Discover how you can future-proof your manufacturing IT, leverage digitalisation potential and make your MES fit for the cloud – efficiently, scalably and securely in operation.
Use the SAP DM Learning Journey as training for key users, process owners, and IT to successfully implement SAP DM.
