Compare MERLIN Tempus EE vs. Shoplogix Smart Factory Platform

The MERLIN Tempus Enterprise Edition (EE) enhances the functionality of MERLIN Tempus by incorporating full Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), an adaptive job scheduling feature, and seamless integration with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems. The data from ERP systems plays a crucial role in tracking the overhead costs associated with manufacturing operations. For instance, when a customer inquires about the status of an order, a factory's front office team without MERLIN Tempus EE would need to manually search for the work order and physically check on the location of the components on the production floor. However, with the integration of the ERP-connected MERLIN Tempus EE dashboard, the team can quickly access real-time information about the part's status in the manufacturing workflow and its estimated completion time for shipping. This real-time data feed enhances the relevance of the ERP system, thereby reducing uncertainties in fulfilling customer timelines and enhancing overall satisfaction. Ultimately, MERLIN Tempus EE transforms the way factories manage their operations, making it significantly more efficient and responsive to customer needs.

For over two decades, Shoplogix has helped leading manufacturers worldwide unlock hidden production potential by transforming real-time machine and performance data into actionable insights. The platform automatically captures signals like downtime, scrap, and throughput, delivering visual dashboards that enable teams to identify bottlenecks, reduce losses, and improve continuously—both during shifts and in post-shift analysis. With OneSignal connectivity, Shoplogix integrates with any machine brand or type to deliver real-time, granular insights on slow-running, starved, or idle machines. Its intuitive visual management system allows operators and managers alike to quickly detect and act on issues. Integrated analytics provide powerful, slice-and-dice capabilities similar to leading BI tools, without leaving the platform. Designed for agility, Shoplogix supports scaling from a single line to multi-plant operations across geographies. Continuous improvement tools like Action Plans and Digital Andon alerts keep teams engaged, aligned, and empowered to act—making Shoplogix a powerful ally in the pursuit of operational excellence.