Can a modern biotech company really achieve operational efficiency if production data is isolated on individual machines? Is the right solution to introduce a central data repository and gain a single view of all alarms, events and measurements? What benefits can you expect, and how can such a solution be implemented at minimal cost? These were the questions one of …
Pharma MES is Europe’s leading event dedicated to digitalization and MES systems in pharmaceutical manufacturing. It will take place on September 22–23, 2025, at the Maritim proArte Hotel in Berlin. At the conference, German pharmaceutical company STADA will share its experience with successful digitalization of its paperless, smart production plant in Romania, which is based on Metronik’s modular MES platform …
The pharmaceutical industry is among the most highly regulated and technologically demanding sectors. Digitalization of its processes is inevitable, yet many solutions that work successfully in other industries fall short in pharma. The key to success lies in a specialized and modular approach with deep understanding of OT environments. Unfulfilled promises of digitalization Although many pharmaceutical companies have already introduced …
The pharmaceutical industry operates in a highly regulated environment where traceability and compliance with regulatory requirements are critical. By digitalizing production with modern MES solutions, pharmaceutical companies can meet these demands more efficiently – while also improving productivity, reducing risks and gaining a competitive edge. At Metronik, our years-long work with nearly thirty pharmaceutical manufacturers resulted in development of the …
Metronik has entered into a strategic partnership with SKAN Group AG, a Swiss-based global leader in aseptic manufacturing solutions for the pharmaceutical industry. This milestone marks a significant step in our growth and opens new opportunities in the global Industry 4.0 market. The partnership will accelerate our international expansion, support entry into new markets, and enable collaboration on projects with …
The pharmaceutical industry has long been at a crossroads. Digital transformation – known as Pharma 4.0 – is reshaping traditional manufacturing and quality assurance by introducing technologies that enable real-time decision-making, enhanced connectivity and greater operational agility. The ultimate goal is to build an intelligent, data-driven ecosystem that unifies production, quality and strategic management within a single digital framework. Yet …
Microsoft will officially end support for the Windows 10 operating system in October 2025. This change will significantly impact automation systems, particularly HMI/SCADA solutions, which often rely on Windows-based platforms. To avoid security risks, operational disruptions and regulatory non-compliance, users must prepare in advance for the transition. In this article, we explain the challenges you may face after support ends …
Modern manufacturing faces challenges related to speed, flexibility and information accessibility. Traditional data retrieval in large manuals is time-consuming and often complex, making digital instructions supported by artificial intelligence increasingly important. For example, production workers may encounter a situation they have no prior experience with. Typically, they would have to look for instructions in paper or electronic documentation or rely …
