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Global SAP EWM & MOM implementations require the project teams to consider many complex design and implementation aspects. We have detailed here, 17 key areas that should be considered carefully during these phases of a project to ensure a fully operational integrated solution delivering the desired productivity and efficiency benefits;
Architecture
- MOM system strategy defined; one per site vs a single global instance?
- Master and slave systems modelled for flow of master and transaction data between SAP EWM & MOM
- Performance constraints considered in the integration design for fast moving production lines
Data
- Source system for material master and packaging specifications information defined
- Define frequency of master and transaction data updates across systems; real time or periodic processing?
- Global SAP Handling Unit number range strategy specified; especially when operating across multiple global independent MOM systems
- MOM & EWM case and pallet handling unit nesting and integration design confirmed
Operational use
- Batch, shelf life, material number, pallet/case numbers and quantities aligned across SAP EWM & MOM
- Method of MOM data entry evaluated and confirmed; Manual user input, scanning, RFID or automated scanning?
Labelling
- MOM & EWM label printing approach defined for end of line print and then optional reprinting of labels
- MOM end of line scanning and printing data elements and sources specified
- A single standard set of labels enabled to support the EWM & MOM design
Testing Execution
- Full end to end integration test scripts defined covering both EWM & MOM
- End to end integration and performance testing undertaken by Business Users, using real time data
- Operational performance testing executed when validating the EWM & MOM connectivity
Error handling
- EWM & MOM integration error validation and controls defined
- Systems error monitoring strategy confirmed
Successfully delivering this definitive list of actions will ensure a solid design foundation when integrating and delivering MOM and SAP EWM warehouse solutions, and ultimately help ensure you achieve productivity and efficiency with your warehouse operations.