Suppliers
In Infor MES, supplier logistics manages the flow of materials and
components from external suppliers to the production floor.
It ensures timely, accurate deliveries and maintains real-time visibility of incoming goods to support uninterrupted production.
These are some key functions of supplier logistics in MES:
- Inbound scheduling
- Tracks delivery times and schedules supplier shipments to align with production needs.
- Receiving and verification
- Confirms that incoming materials match orders in quantity, quality, and specifications.
- Material traceability
- Captures lot numbers, batches, and supplier data to ensure traceability and compliance.
- Inventory integration
- Updates stock levels immediately upon receipt, keeping material records aligned with ERP systems.
- Supplier performance tracking
- Monitors delivery accuracy, lead times, and quality, supporting continuous supplier improvement.
By streamlining supplier logistics, MES reduces production delays, minimizes excess inventory, and ensures materials arrive exactly when needed — supporting lean, agile manufacturing operations.