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Proficy Smart Factory MES

byGE Vernova
in Manufacturing Execution Systems
4.5

Overview

Product Information on Proficy Smart Factory MES

Updated 13th November 2023

What is Proficy Smart Factory MES?

Proficy Smart Factory MES from GE Digital is an operations management solution for process, discrete, and mixed manufacturers – spanning food and beverage and consumer packaged goods to aviation and automotive. Available both as a cloud-based or on-prem solution, this MES software collects and analyzes data, and helps manage highly automated, fast-moving processes as well as slower moving, labor-intensive jobs. Developed for more than 25 years with thousands of implementations around the world, Proficy Smart Factory automates and integrates information-related activities for managing production execution and performance optimization. It helps balance competing priorities of production operations for maximized operational effectiveness and profitability. As a single, seamless MES solution across manufacturing environments, Proficy Smart Factory reduces costs and saves time.

Proficy Smart Factory MES Pricing

Pricing model for Proficy Smart Factory MES software is on-prem, cloud-based, or mixed. Services are available from GE Digital's Professional Services or third-party Solution Providers. Pricing on four modules: Production Management, Quality Management, Efficiency Management, and Batch Analysis.

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Overall experience with Proficy Smart Factory MES

TRAINER
250M - 500M USD, Manufacturing
FAVORABLE

“Live KPI Monitoring Enhances Troubleshooting and Production Scheduling Efficiency on Site”

4.0
Nov 7, 2025
Integration is robust, connection with historian is a great way we troubleshoot issues, its user friendly interface , my team use it to stop and start production schedules - it's basically a live KPI which is imperitive to the sites results
Engineering Manager
1B - 3B USD, Consumer Goods
CRITICAL

“Time-Intensive Setup and Reliability Challenges Noted in Software Use and Upgrades”

2.0
Feb 3, 2026
The software is difficult to use and configure. We have reliability issues with the client. The software upgrade required a lot of time and resources to support.

About Company

Company Description

Updated 30th May 2024

GE Vernova’s Electrification Software business is focused on delivering the intelligent applications and insights needed to accelerate electrification and decarbonization across the entire energy ecosystem – from how it’s created, how it’s orchestrated, to how it’s consumed.

Company Details

Updated 6th June 2025
Company type
Public
Year Founded
1886
Head office location
Cambridge, MA, United States
Number of employees
10001+
Annual Revenue
30B+ USD
Website
https://www.gevernova.com/software/

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Proficy Smart Factory MES Likes & Dislikes

Like

Data collecting is automatic , certain elements can be easy to set up within the system, it's a brilliant tool to analyze data sets from all over the department

Like

Historian is a strong product. The import and export feature is very helpful for bulk tag manipulation. We have tried other Historian options and have found that GE Historian is really a quality Historian.

Like

Excellent product that meets our needs. -Are possible customizations -Stability of the product -Support always ready and available

Dislike

Systems can be difficult to set up - configuration and training of operators is key. we struggle with amending set points as the process can take a while

Dislike

The product is difficult to configure. Configuration requires a full time associate with MES experience to manage, monitor and troubleshoot for configuration of new lines/ systems.

Dislike

Improvementable application logs

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Proficy Smart Factory MES Reviews and Ratings

4.5

(104 Ratings)

Rating Distribution

5 Star
48%
4 Star
45%
3 Star
5%
2 Star
1%
1 Star
1%
Why ratings and reviews count differ?

Customer Experience

Evaluation & Contracting

4.3

Integration & Deployment

4.3

Service & Support

4.3

Product Capabilities

4.5

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  • TRAINER
    50M-1B USD
    Manufacturing
    Review Source

    Live KPI Monitoring Enhances Troubleshooting and Production Scheduling Efficiency on Site

    4.0
    Nov 7, 2025
    Integration is robust, connection with historian is a great way we troubleshoot issues, its user friendly interface , my team use it to stop and start production schedules - it's basically a live KPI which is imperitive to the sites results
  • Engineering Manager
    1B-10B USD
    Consumer Goods
    Review Source

    Time-Intensive Setup and Reliability Challenges Noted in Software Use and Upgrades

    2.0
    Feb 3, 2026
    The software is difficult to use and configure. We have reliability issues with the client. The software upgrade required a lot of time and resources to support.
  • Digital & IT Analyst
    10B+ USD
    Manufacturing
    Review Source

    Product Offers Stability and Customization With Quickly Responsive Support Team

    5.0
    Aug 28, 2025
    Excellent experience! In case of problemsm we had prompt support, both from a technical and a management standpoint
  • Operations Manager
    50M-1B USD
    Manufacturing
    Review Source

    Proactive Approach by GE Project Team Enhances Integration and Project Outcomes

    5.0
    Jul 17, 2025
    GE project team's professionalism and expertise have been evident from the kick off, they consistently deliver high quality service, ensuring seamless integration and operations. The team is responsible always available to address issues and provide timely solutions. Their proactive approach and dedication to improvement have made a positive impact on our projects.
  • Global Process Development
    50M-1B USD
    Consumer Goods
    Review Source

    Good tool in Manufacture

    5.0
    Jul 11, 2025
    Excellent interface between execution and ERP. Data collection and data management are important capability to use in improvement and track figures.
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