Food manufacturers today face constant pressure to do more with less—improve yield, reduce waste, ensure traceability, and scale across multiple facilities. But without the right digital infrastructure in place, these goals are difficult to achieve. That’s where MES and MOM come into play.

In this post, we’ll explain the difference between Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) and Manufacturing Operations Management (MOM)—and why this distinction matters for companies looking to modernize.

We’ll also introduce a free white paper that outlines a proven methodology for implementing MES in food production and showcases real-world results from Cargill and Gedik Piliç.

In the race to modernize operations, many food manufacturers equate automation with hardware. They invest in robotic arms, automated conveyors, and high-speed packaging systems — expecting a fast return on investment through increased output and reduced labor.