Revolutionizing Factory Operations by Making Automation Accessible to MSMEs

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February 2025 : The manufacturing sector is undergoing a significant transformation, driven by the need for digitalization, real-time monitoring, and process automation. Many enterprises, particularly MSMEs, still rely on traditional, manual tracking methods that limit efficiency and scalability. Recognizing this challenge, CloudifyApps has emerged as a game-changer, offering customized Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES). In a conversation with Zinnia Banerjee, Biswarup Adhikari, CEO, Founder & CEO, CloudifyApps, discusses how the company is revolutionizing factory operations by making automation accessible to small and mid-sized manufacturers.

Bridging the Digital Divide for MSME Manufacturers

For many MSMEs, cost constraints and lack of technical expertise have resulted in a heavy reliance on manual processes like pen-and-paper tracking, which leads to errors, inefficiencies, and lack of real-time visibility. Moreover, the traditional MES landscape is dominated by large, enterprise-focused solutions that cater primarily to big manufacturers with substantial budgets. These systems, however, often follow a one-size-fits-all approach, making them expensive and difficult for smaller enterprises to adopt. CloudifyApps is changing this paradigm by offering a more flexible, tailored MES solution that seamlessly integrates into manufacturing operations, regardless of scale.

A Smarter, More Accessible MES

“Unlike conventional MES platforms that rely on standard templates such as Kanban boards and generic production tracking, CloudifyApps designs customized solutions tailored to the unique workflows of each manufacturing unit. This ensures that the MES is not just an add-on, but an integral part of the production ecosystem, enhancing efficiency at every stage,” said Biswarup Adhikari..

One of CloudifyApps’ key differentiators is its use of IoT-driven data collection, which provides real-time insights into machine performance, environmental conditions, and production efficiency. With sensors monitoring critical parameters such as temperature, humidity, and machine speed, manufacturers can anticipate issues before they lead to costly downtime.

The company also eliminates manual dependencies by replacing traditional job sheets with digital dashboards and mobile applications. This enables factory managers and shop-floor workers to track progress instantly. Additionally, QR code-based tracking simplifies work-in-progress (WIP) monitoring, ensuring seamless tracking of semi-finished goods and reducing production bottlenecks.

“Unlike traditional enterprise-grade MES solutions, which come with high licensing fees and complex setup requirements, we provide a modular, plug-and-play alternative designed for smaller manufacturers,” mentioned Mr. Adhikari. This plug-and-play model allows businesses to adopt MES functionalities incrementally, rather than making a costly, large-scale investment upfront.

Ensuring Reliability with Intranet and Hybrid Cloud Solutions

An important feature of CloudifyApps’ MES is its ability to run on a local intranet, ensuring uninterrupted factory operations even if internet connectivity goes down. This intranet option provides an additional layer of reliability and security for MSMEs with limited or unstable internet connections. Moreover, a hybrid cloud solution allows remote access from outside the factory by mapping the MES system to a custom domain. “This feature enables stakeholders and managers to oversee production processes from anywhere in the world without compromising on data integrity or operational efficiency,” said Mr. Adhikari.

Envisioning the Future with Smart Manufacturing

Looking ahead, CloudifyApps is working on incorporating AI-driven predictive analytics into its MES offerings.The company is developing cloud-based MES solutions to enable scalable, remote-accessible manufacturing management tools, allowing businesses to monitor their production processes from anywhere in the world.

“This next step will allow manufacturers to anticipate failures, optimize inventory management, and further enhance production efficiency,” concluded Mr. Adhikari.

About CloudifyApps

Founded in 2021, CloudifyApps set out with a mission to create industry-specific digital solutions that cater to the unique needs of different businesses. While the company works across multiple sectors, the manufacturing sector, in particular, the MSMEs, has become a key focus area due to its high potential for operational optimization.

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