Level 3 Integration

Level 3 integration—linking Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) with both shop floor control systems (Level 2) and enterprise systems (Level 4)—is essential for building a truly connected factory In a connected factory, Level 3 integration is what turns raw operational activity into orchestrated, data-driven manufacturing that supports Industry 4.0 goals. A well-integrated Level 3 ensures seamless coordination between production operations and enterprise planning, enabling just-in-time manufacturing, faster changeovers, and agile responses to market demand.