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tem, which represents an impor-
tion of Steklarna Hrastnik into
a smart factory. The project is
being implemented under the
name SHINE. The new ERP
system will enable integrated
connections between various
business departments and the
simultaneous optimisation of
processes, which will addition-
ally increase the effectiveness of
the glassworks and contribute
to customer satisfaction. A large
tant support to operations, and is
largely the result of development
work by one of the company’s
employees.
Digitalisation at the forefront
In production, digitalisation is
already running at a level where
Steklarna Hrastnik initially wants
to separate the business network
from the production network.
The second step includes the aim
to connect all machine sensors
to a joint SCADA system, whose
role is to supervise and steer
various technological processes
via the computer. The third step
is the setting up of a new MES
(manufacturing execution sys-
tem) and its connection to the
revamped/new ERP system, all
so as to accelerate the implemen-
tation of our processes, while
ensuring even greater quality and
value of the results of our work.
Real-time monitoring for even
shorter response times
By upgrading and optimising
processes and the business and
information system in relation
to the additional MES project,
the company will obtain a good
basis for real-time monitoring of
data and performance indicators,
enabling to respond even faster
and to make informed decisions.
Performance indicators for every
process and every customer
separately
All system upgrades will enable
to monitor KPI for each busi-
project team of 45 Steklarna ness field, for joint processes
Hrastnik employees and the out- through several business fields,
sourced project contractor, Askit, and operations with customers
is included in the implementation and various suppliers (especially
of activities. tools suppliers).
Parallel to revamping its ERP Monitoring diverse operat-
system, Steklarna Hrastnik is ing parameters in real time will
introducing a new document provide substantial competitive
management system and con- advantages. Furthermore, the
necting several parallel produc- upgrading and connecting of
tion processes. This also includes systems sets the basis to use the
the production management sys- advantages which will be brought
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