Smart Factory Software: MES, APS and AI on One Platform
The problem we solveFactories have more machines and data than ever and still run on paper, Excel and guesswork.
Machines that don't talk, plants that measure everything differently, systems that cost millions and take years. Meta Smart Factory is one modular AI platform from machine to boardroom, trusted by global industrial groups such as NORMA Group, Perutnina Ptuj and Reutter Group.
From machine to boardroom. One platform, every plant.
ISO/IEC 27001:2022 certified information security
The information security management system (ISMS) of Meta Smart Factory d.o.o. is certified to ISO/IEC 27001:2022. The certification covers how we design, develop, deploy, operate, maintain and support the Meta Smart Factory platform, including its cloud-hosted infrastructure.
- Certificate no.
- 26ISMS-1269
- Valid until
- 15 October 2029
- Certification body
- Glocert International Certifications (UK) Limited
Machines don't talk. Plants don't compare. Systems don't pay back.
Mixed machines, ages and brands
A new Siemens line next to a press that has been running for decades. Connecting each machine is a separate project, and a separate invoice.
Every plant is an island
Different systems and KPI definitions in every plant. Group management cannot compare its plants on one screen.
Suites too heavy, point tools too narrow
Large suites take years and millions. Point solutions for quality, warehouse or maintenance create new silos.
Digitalization is seen as a cost
Without live proof of payback, projects stall after the pilot, and the factory goes back to Excel.
One modular platform, from machine to ERP, standalone or connected.
- 01MachinePLC · sensor · camera, any brand, any age.
- 02IIoTCollect and normalize with our own hardware.
- 03MESExecute, trace and measure OEE live.
- 04APSAI schedules that re-plan in real time.
- 05WMSMaterial moved and stored in sync.
- 06ERPSAP or any ERP, no rip-and-replace.
Connect · IIoT
Touch panels, Smart I/O, IIoT cards and energy metering.
Run · MES
Work orders, OEE, downtime, scrap and full traceability.
Plan · APS
Scheduling, MRP, labour and supply chain planning.
Move · WMS
Warehouse, RTLS, forklift dispatcher, logistics.
Protect
Maintenance, quality management, energy.
Start with a proof of concept on one line, roll out plant by plant, add the next module when it pays for itself.
Data collection is where others stop. It's where we start.
We go to the shop floor with our own hardware and our own PLC connectors, so every machine is connected without extra licences or integration projects.
Built for the shop floor
Touch panels, Smart I/O for older machines, IIoT cards and energy metering.
Own PLC connectors · Old or new, any brand
- Siemens S7
- Allen-Bradley
- Beckhoff
- Fanuc (FOCAS)
- OPC UA
- Modbus
- EtherNet/IP
- EUROMAP
- MQTT
Data from virtually any PLC, old or new, with no extra hardware: no third-party gateway, no connector licence.
Computer vision
Inline OK / NOK detection, anomaly detection, image history and defect analytics.
Machine learning
Failure prediction, AI scheduling, AI-supported purchasing and material flow.
LLM & agents
Ask production data in plain language: text-to-SQL and AI copilots on top of the plant's data.
Talks to everything
PLCs, IIoT cards, label printers, scanners, panels, and SAP or any ERP.
AI made factory data usable. Groups now want one standard.
The value is no longer in collecting data, it is in turning it into decisions, the same way in every plant of a group.
Data becomes decisions
Computer vision, machine learning and LLMs turn machine data into actions, if the data is collected right.
One platform, all plants
Global groups replace local tools with one standard across every plant and country.
Efficiency must be proven
Energy, labour and scrap costs force every plant to show its numbers live.
Already running in production at global industrial groups.
Sell Meta Smart Factory in your country
15–40% revenue commission, plus implementation, site visits and support billed by your own company. For IT & ERP teams, consultancies and resellers with their own company and a real manufacturing network.
Every Step of Manufacturing, Covered
Nineteen modular products (software, AI and industrial hardware) that work standalone or as one connected platform, fully customizable to your factory.
Manufacturing Execution System (MES)
Real-time control of your entire shop floor
Learn more →Core ModuleAdvanced Planning & Scheduling (APS)
AI-optimized production schedules that adapt in real time
Learn more →Core ModuleSupply Chain Planning & Execution (SCP)
One synchronized plan from demand to delivery
Learn more →ModuleSmart Warehouse Management (WMS)
Full inventory visibility, synchronized with production
Learn more →APS Add-onLabor Scheduling & Management
The right people, with the right skills, at the right station
Learn more →APS Add-onMaterial Requirements Planning (MRP)
Never stop production for a missing part again
Learn more →ModuleMaintenance Management System
Predict failures before they stop your production
Learn more →ModuleQuality Control & Management
Built-in quality at every step, with full traceability
Learn more →ModuleLogistics Module
From finished goods to customer dock, on time
Learn more →AI ProductAI-Powered Computer Vision
Automated visual inspection that never blinks
Learn more →AI ProductAI & Machine Learning Platform
Your factory data, turned into decisions
Learn more →HardwareSmart Touch Panels & META Smart I/O
Industrial hardware that connects any machine, any age
Learn more →IntegrationERP Integration & Process Flow Digitalization
MSF plugs into the systems you already own
Learn more →ModuleEnergy Management Module
See, understand and cut every kilowatt-hour
Learn more →HardwareIIoT Cards & Energy Metering Hardware
Industrial-grade measurement and connectivity, 5-year warranty
Learn more →ModuleRTLS & Smart Gate Management
Every forklift and pallet located to within 10–30 cm
Learn more →ModuleDispatcher Management System
The forklift operator's digital co-pilot
Learn more →PlatformSaaS Cloud Platform & Deployment
Enterprise-grade security, your choice of deployment
Learn more →AI ProductMETA CRM Bot — AI Sales Automation
Your AI sales team that never sleeps
Learn more →From Proof of Concept to ROI
A low-risk path: we prove value on your own data before you commit.
Proof of Concept
Customer analysis and requirements gathering. We validate your exact needs on real production data in a PoC of 2 to 12 weeks, depending on the product and scope.
Digitalize & Integrate
Shop-floor digitalization, ERP integration and optimization with the modules you select, guided by our experts.
Optimize & Scale
ROI calculation, lean principles and big-data analytics. We share success and keep improving together.
Proven Across 12 Industries
Real case studies showing what was implemented, from automotive metal parts to food production.
One Platform, 20 Languages
Website and software localized for your teams worldwide. Try the language switcher in the top menu.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Advanced Planning & Scheduling (APS)?
APS is AI-driven software that automatically creates optimal production schedules considering machines, labor, materials and deadlines. It re-plans in real time when things change on the shop floor.
How is MES different from ERP?
MES manages and monitors shop-floor operations in real time, while ERP handles broader business functions. Meta Smart Factory integrates seamlessly with your existing ERP.
How long does implementation take?
A Proof of Concept takes 2 to 12 weeks depending on the product; full implementation typically takes 3–6 months depending on the selected modules.
Can I start with just one module?
Yes. Every module works standalone and is fully customizable. Most customers start with MES or APS and expand as ROI is proven.
What ROI can I expect?
Customers typically see significant OEE improvement, reduced scrap and stock costs, and shorter lead times. We calculate your concrete ROI during the PoC phase.
What is a smart factory?
A smart factory is a plant where production decisions are made on live data instead of yesterday's reports. Machines, people and systems share one connected data foundation. Meta Smart Factory delivers this as one AI-powered platform: MES, APS, SCP, WMS, Quality, Maintenance, IIoT and Computer Vision, all reading and writing the same live data.
Ready to See Your Factory's Potential?
Get a free demo and a Proof of Concept plan tailored to your production.