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 on colleagues for help. Instead, they can use a digital assistant or co-pilot to guide them step by step through the relevant process.
Similarly, a deviation may be detected during quality control for a particular product. The quality manager must quickly determine what went wrong in production. Instead of reviewing lists of potential causes and responses, the copilot can check the history of similar problems, analyze production parameters and provide recommendations for corrective action.
How does a co-pilot work?
A co-pilot is an intelligent assistant that provides customized access to a variety of information in real time. A user can ask, “The machine is reporting an error code. What should I do?” and the co-pilot will immediately suggest the likely causes of the problem along with recommended actions.
A digital assistant is not only useful for production work but also for maintenance, machine documentation, quality manuals and technical information. It helps to increase operational efficiency by supporting quick and tailored knowledge acquisition without time-consuming searches, which is particularly important in emergency situations and when training new employees.
Integrating AI with digital instructions also allows information to be tailored to user needs. A co-pilot can provide specific responses in real time based on historical data and an analysis of the production environment. It also enables the use of instructions to be tracked, which contributes to improvements and upgrades based on actual use in practice.
Metronik’s solution: co-pilot in MePIS MES
At Metronik, we have integrated smart instructions supported by artificial intelligence into our MePIS MES production management system, enabling industrial companies to digitalize traditional instructions and upgrade them with a co-pilot to optimize production processes.
We have placed special emphasis on data security, as all information is processed locally rather than in the cloud, ensuring full control of company data.
Key benefits of using a co-pilot in industry
Integrating artificial intelligence for knowledge management in production offers numerous advantages:
- Direct decision support – by identifying critical situations, it enables faster and more informed decisions.
- Quick access to information – no need for lengthy document searches.
- Personalization – information is tailored to the operator’s questions and level of expertise.
- More efficient training – new employees acquire the necessary skills and understanding of processes more quickly.
- Data security – information is stored locally, reducing risks associated with cyber threats.
Thus, the digital assistant not only answers questions, but also improves work efficiency and increases production quality and safety.
For more information on how a copilot can be implemented in your production processes, please contact Vanja Tomažič at vanja.tomazic@metronik.si.
