Ambev is one of the largest breweries in the Americas, operating in over 15 countries. The company produces a wide variety of beverages, including beer, soft drinks, water, and juice.

Ambev is constantly seeking new technologies to improve its processes and increase efficiency. Therefore, it found in LiveMES an opportunity to improve productivity metrics and facilitate data analysis on the shop floor.

Challenge

Before implementing the MES software, Ambev faced several shop‑floor challenges. The main issue was the lack of confidence in collected data—as it had been gathered manually.

This always raised concerns when generating reports, as manually collected data could be prone to errors.

Solution

LiveMES was implemented at Ambev Rolhas to provide real‑time shop‑floor visibility. This allowed the company to monitor and analyze production processes more effectively.

What’s more, from the time the project started – in 2021 – until now, there has been a 20% gain in availability on the shop floor. As a result, the company is able to produce more and be more profitable.

• What was the biggest change that the MES software caused on the shop floor at Ambev Cork Stoppers?

The biggest change that the MES software caused on Ambev’s shop floor was the improvement in data reliability. Before the software was implemented, production data was collected manually and was often inaccurate. The MES software automated data collection, which resulted in more accurate and reliable data.

• What has improved for people since joining LiveMES?

The MES software has also improved the quality of information and communication between the company’s different departments. Before the software was implemented, production information was shared in a fragmented way. The MES software centralized production information, which facilitated collaboration between the different departments and the identification of opportunities for improvement.

Recommendation

Ambev recommends the MES software to other companies seeking to improve production efficiency. The software is an essential tool for companies wanting to remain competitive in the market.

Conclusion

Ambev’s case is an example of how LiveMES can help companies improve production efficiency. The company achieved tangible results, and you can too.

Get in touch with one of our experts and find out how all this can also become a reality on your shop floor!