Digital control for make-to-order processes

Digital systems with RFID technology make MTO processes transparent and controllable—without paper, without media discontinuity.

• RFID tags uniquely identify each part and each order.
• Automatic recording at stations and transfer points shows the current location and processing status.
• Workers and planners can immediately see which work steps have been completed.

Result: Greater transparency, less time spent searching, and fewer delays.

• RFID-based inventory management shows material movements in real time.
• Missing parts or material bottlenecks are detected early on.
• Replenishment can be controlled as needed before production lines come to a standstill.

Example: Automatic notification when stock levels fall below minimum levels.

• No manual checking or searching for orders.
• RFID tags enable automatic identification and release of work plans and orders directly at the workplace.
• Mix-ups and sources of error are reduced.

Result: Faster, secure approval processes, even for variant production.

Make-to-order production often requires special tools or specific machine configurations.

• Machines can automatically report maintenance requirements before a breakdown interrupts production.
• RFID-supported systems document maintenance history and tool availability.
• Maintenance becomes plannable and downtime is reduced.

Result: Higher machine availability and more reliable delivery dates.