Global Digital Transformation Powered by OpRize MES and Syncrun APS

Premier Tech Systems and Automation accelerates its digital transformation with the help of Premier Tech Digital - Smart Manufacturing

Objective : a complex MES and APS solutions deployment across multiple international sites

Premier Tech Systems and Automation (PTSA), a global leader in automated packaging equipment, has launched an ambitious digital transformation of its manufacturing operations. With production sites across Canada, the United States, and Europe, this multi-site initiative goes far beyond a standard software rollout — it is a comprehensive reengineering of PTSA’s production model.

To ensure the success of this transformation, PTSA partnered with Premier Tech Digital – Smart Manufacturing. Acting as a single point of contact for integration, deployment, and ongoing support, Premier Tech Digital is delivering a comprehensive Manufacturing Execution System (MES) software along with an Advanced Planning and Scheduling (APS) solution.

From Engineer-to-Order to Make-to-Stock: a strategic shift enabled by MES and APS

A changing industrial landscape

In the face of growing customer expectations and fierce competition in the OEM market, PTSA decided to evolve from a strictly Engineer-to-Order (ETO) model by introducing Make-to-Stock (MTS) strategies into its operations. This shift demanded advanced planning capabilities, standardization of processes, and tight orchestration through digital tools.

This is where Premier Tech Digital’s solutions came into play: OpRize, their Manufacturing Execution System, and Syncrun, their Advanced Planning and Scheduling solution.

Successful Technology Integration: MES, APS, ERP, and PLM

Premier Tech Digital’s approach goes far beyond merely deploying MES and APS software. It ensures full integration with existing ERP and PLM systems while adapting to the unique realities of each site — including automation levels, operational processes, and established working methods.

Benefits of the MES OpRize and Syncrun APS at PTSA

Centralized, agile operations management

Real-time tracking of work orders
Full traceability of processes and materials
Automated communication of machine specifications

Intelligent and responsive production planning

Optimized sequencing based on constraints, setups, and delivery dates
Reduced changeover times
Better anticipation of disruptions and improved workload balancing

Harmonized execution across global sites

Standardization of manufacturing practices across seven international plants
Centralized operational governance through MES/APS/ERP integration
Better resource utilization and cross-site coordination

Premier Tech Digital’s full-spectrum support

Premier Tech Digital plays a critical role throughout this transformation. Their team supports PTSA with:

CORE model design and initial scoping
Integration with third-party systems (ERP and PLM)
Configuration and deployment of MES and APS software
Change management, training, and continuous improvement

By relying on Premier Tech Digital – Smart Manufacturing, PTSA eliminates the need for multiple integrators and ensures a cohesive transformation path from strategy to execution.

A Phased Roadmap for MES and APS Integration Through 2027

PTSA’s transformation is structured into three phases:

Initialization – Pilot site deployment with limited scope
Finalization – Full MES and APS deployment at pilot sites
Global deployment – Rollout across five additional international plants

Each phase is designed to maximize performance, scalability, and ROI.

Features Implemented and in Progress at PTSA

MES: Operational performance tracking, Quality tracking, Inventory tracking, Machine specification communication
APS: Advanced planning and scheduling

Manufacturing Execution System OpRize and Syncrun APS marks a pivotal moment in PTSA’s evolution

The deployment of the OpRize Manufacturing Execution System and Syncrun APS represents a major milestone in PTSA’s digital evolution and a strategic turning point in its pursuit of operational excellence. This digital transformation is not only modernizing operations and reducing costs but also equipping the company with the agility and operational visibility needed to remain competitive in the OEM market.

With Premier Tech Digital as a trusted partner, PTSA is achieving measurable results and laying a strong foundation for long-term performance in the era of Industry 4.0.

Client Testimonial

“As part of our digital transformation journey, integrating the OpRize MES and Syncrun APS has marked a turning point for PTSA. These tools are the culmination of our efforts to modernize and optimize our processes.”

Alexis Barabot Digital Strategies Manager, Premier Tech Systems and Automation

“During the optimization of our ETO business model, the contribution of Syncrun and OpRize tools has been key to achieving and securing our targeted gains over time. They also aligned with our long-term vision, fueling our continuous improvement efforts and contributing to cost reduction and quality enhancement by making it easier to identify opportunities.”

Sébastien Ouellet Vice President of Manufacturing Operations, Premier Tech Systems and Automation

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