HENKEL ADHESIVES
178 to align the different ambitions and functions of the various stakeholders and standardising the operations process . If we do that , it ’ s really the biggest step to take forward .”
Henkel ’ s size , too , poses challenges to operational excellence . Miesen and the team are responsible for optimising operations across 140 sites . “ I don ’ t need to explain that , to implement a digital journey across so many facilities means you have to work smart . This is why we ’ re adopting a Smartfactory approach , which includes a manufacturing execution system ( MES ), a robust ERP layer and a host of other smart tools ,” he explains . “ It ’ s a really powerful technology to have available , particularly as we have a long-term strategy to move towards full automation at our sites .” Furthermore , on the subject of enabling digital transformation , Miesen adds , “ I see the development of the Vegam system as the answer to a customisable digital future ; a digital twin with the ability to create an interactive layer with the ERP systems is a powerful tool , from the shop floor to the board room .”
OCTOBER 2020