Manufacturing Integration Platform (MIP)

Manufacturing Apps (mApps) within the manufacturing IT ecosystem

Modern manufacturing requires a broad range of digital solutions to plan, manage, and execute production efficiently. MPDV’s open platform strategy, the Manufacturing Integration Platform (MIP), enables companies to freely combine manufacturing applications (mApps) from multiple vendors. This open approach creates a powerful ecosystem that delivers substantial value for manufacturers as well as for software developers, system integrators, and machine builders. By eliminating traditional vendor lock-in, the MIP provides maximum independence and supports a scalable, future-ready IT infrastructure for smart factories.

Why a platform-based ecosystem matters

Digital platforms establish a shared foundation for collaboration among all stakeholders. With its open and integrative design, the MIP allows manufacturing companies to select and connect applications from different providers according to their specific needs. Acting as a central digital representation of production and its associated processes, the MIP serves as a digital twin for manufacturing operations. All connected solutions communicate via standardized web services and a shared, open data model, enabling seamless interoperability and data consistency.

This ecosystem approach delivers clear benefits for every participant:

Manufacturers gain the freedom to deploy exactly the applications that best support their production — independent of individual vendors.

Software developers can concentrate on application functionality while leveraging the platform’s built-in services and infrastructure.

System integrators are able to assemble tailored solutions by intelligently combining market-ready applications.

Machine manufacturers can easily connect their equipment to manufacturing IT environments and enhance their offerings with integrated digital services.