INTEGRATING QAD ERP WITH IOT FOR REAL-TIME PRODUCTION MONI-TORING

Abstract

Manufacturers rely on ERPs (Enterprise Resource Planning applications) for managing their operations, but these software solutions often have responses that are not very timely and can prevent businesses from running at their optimal level. Thanks to the Internet of Things (IoT), factories have become intelligent and data-rich places. If the data from IoT devices is captured, structured, and analyzed intelligently, it can be extremely valuable for production and operational efficiency of businesses in the long run. IoT, like embedded sensors and devices, is used in manufacturing or production environments to track machines, materials, and work as they are happening. When used together, ERP and IoT make it possible for businesses to keep track of production and exercise greater control. Because of this merger, smart factories can respond better, work more smoothly, and adapt more easily as competition in the industry increases. This research focuses on applying QAD ERP, a leading manufacturing ERP application, and IoT to offer real-time production insights and more control. This architecture makes use of smart devices, reliable communication methods, and middleware to allow easy transfer of data between the shop/production floor and QAD ERP. As a result, there is less work missed, progress can be tracked effortlessly, and real-time dashboards help inform business decisions. Production downtime is reduced considerably, production output increases and less time is spent in machine maintenance work. As demonstrated by the Bosch Production Line Performance dataset, ERP-IoT integration increases both per-order throughput and quality, making it beneficial for businesses transitioning to Industry 4.0.