Automotive

MES (Manufacturing Execution Systems) have various customizations specific to the automotive industry and track a lot of important data. These systems are used to optimize, monitor and control production processes. The customizations of MES systems in the automotive industry and the data they track can be summarized as follows:

- Supports and optimizes JIT and Kanban processes. Ensures that parts are delivered to the production line at the right time and in the right quantity.

- Tracks the serial numbers of each tool and component. This facilitates product traceability and recall processes.

- Manages customized configurations of each vehicle on the production line according to customer order. It organizes the production sequence between different models and variants.

- Integrates quality control and testing processes in the production process. It ensures that each vehicle passes through quality control points and is tested.

- Ensures traceability of parts and components. It keeps track of which parts and components are used in which vehicles and provides fast feedback in case of potential quality problems.

Just in Time (JIT) production system, translated into Turkish as "just-in-time production", is a production philosophy that aims to produce a product with the desired characteristics at the desired time and in the desired quantity. This system aims to create continuous flow by attracting and leveling customer demand and to produce on a Takt Time (tool time) basis. Takt Time determines the production speed required to meet customer demand.

One of the two pillars of the House of Toyota, JIT is a system that aims to make problems visible, just like the other pillar, Jidoka. JIT was chosen by Kiichiro Toyoda in the 1930s to differentiate himself from the American automotive industry. This production system is a prerequisite for working without stock, which reduces inventory costs and makes production processes more efficient.

In the implementation of JIT, the assembly operator receives parts and components from the container without having to select them, completes the operation and selects the next part in the supply queue for assembly. This system is particularly common in the automotive industry. In the automotive industry, it is common for each car to have different specifications due to the large variety of options. Therefore, the types of parts used in assembly need to match the main product (the car). For example, the color of a car door should match the color of the rest of the car. If the doors are supplied in the right order, the worker simply needs to assemble the right door without having to make any choices.

This system makes it possible to reduce waste and respond quickly and flexibly to customer demands, while increasing efficiency in the production process. This ensures that high quality products are produced on time and in the required quantity.