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May 3, 2023 | Critical ManufacturingEstimated reading time: 1 minute
Critical Manufacturing, a leading provider of Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), has been recognized as a Leader in 2023 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Manufacturing Execution Systems for the third consecutive time.
Gartner gathered information from many sources including more than 40 MES vendors for online surveys and/or vendor briefings. Critical Manufacturing was recognized for its strengths and cautions in the report.
"We are thrilled to be recognized as a Leader in 2023 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Manufacturing Execution Systems for the third consecutive time," said Francisco Almada Lobo, CEO of Critical Manufacturing. "We believe our focus on innovation and customer satisfaction has helped us maintain our position as a Leader in the market. We are constantly enhancing our platform to support our customers' evolving needs, and we are committed to providing them with the best solutions and support possible." The company's MES platform is designed to help manufacturers increase efficiency, productivity, and agility in their operations.
"We are excited to continue driving innovation in the MES market and collaborating with our partners and customers to help them achieve their operational goals. Our focus remains on providing a platform that is easy to deploy, intuitive to use, and delivers the insights and capabilities manufacturers need to stay prepared," Almada Lobo concluded.
Critical Manufacturing's latest MES version, V10, sets a new standard in the industry, providing real-time operational views, clear guidance for operators, and easy product management for comprehensive data and insights. V10 is easy to deploy across multiple sites and future-ready, utilizing container orchestration and DevOps practices for efficient and agile operations. This all-in-one MES solution is highly scalable, customizable, and cost-effective, enabling manufacturers to quickly deploy new functionality and adapt to changing market demands.
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