A manufacturing execution system from MPDV.

Product Overview

HYDRA X, previously known as HYDRA MES, is an advanced Manufacturing Execution System (MES) designed by MPDV that goes beyond the traditional scope of MES by integrating support processes such as intralogistics and operator guidance in complex assembly processes. It’s made to continuously monitor, control, and optimize production. This allows for more efficient utilization of company resources.

HYDRA X’s platform-based nature allows for easy extension in terms of functionality. HYDRA X also helps in reducing scrap rates, optimizing labor utilization, and ensuring traceability in production processes.

Pros

  • Gathers real-time shop floor data
  • Great customer support
  • Logical, intuitive UI
  • Seamless integrations with backend ERPs
  • Scalable for growing and enterprise-level corporations

Cons

  • High initial cost
  • Limited one-piece flow support
  • Confusing UI for some users

Target Market

Mid-sized manufacturers to large enterprises in the electronics, automotive, food and beverage, and medical devices industries.

Hydra X, developed by MPDV, is an MES software that integrates support processes such as intralogistics and operator guidance in complex assembly processes. It monitors, controls, and optimizes production processes, ideal for discrete manufacturing environments.

Features

Hydra X MES includes various core functions, including providing real-time insight into machine status and production processes. It utilizes digitized inspection processes for enhanced traceability and quality control. It also helps predict and schedule maintenance and optimize resource utilization.

It integrates with SAP ERP systems and offers support for mobile devices. Additionally, the system helps manage regulatory compliance requirements like GMP and 21 CFR Part 11.

Hydra X MES offers:

  • Access Control
  • Complaints Management
  • Configuration Data
  • Energy Management
  • Incoming Goods Inspection
  • Machine Data
  • Material and Production Logistics
  • Personnel Scheduling
  • Personnel Time Management
  • Process Data
  • Production Inspection
  • Shop Floor Data
  • Shop Floor Scheduling
  • Test Equipment Management
  • Time & Attendance
  • Tool and Resource Management
  • Tracking & Tracing

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Developer Overview

  • Name MPDV USA, Inc.
  • Year Founded 1977
  • Headquarters Mosbach ,Baden-Württemberg ,Germany
  • Type Private
  • Est. Size 50-200 employees
  • Est. Revenue $10M-$50M

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User Reviews of Hydra X

Anonymous
  • Hotels, Restaurants & Leisure
  • 10K-50K employees
  • Annual revenue $1B-$10B
Overall
★★★★★
★★★★★

They are one of our top contenders from a field of 13

February 7th, 2018 • Roles: Purchaser & End User

They are one of our top contenders from a field of 13

Pros

Most notably is they requested to come on site to review our systems and processes to evaluate our facility prior to conducting the demo, Conversations continued to focus on the routing process and not disrupt what we were already doing. Can pull information from SAP without having to re-write the whole system.

Cons

Mixed feedback from our team on modular structure, but seems like it will fit our needs. Can get overwhelming with how many building blocks and modules they have as part of their system.

Anonymous
  • Industrial Conglomerates
  • 51-250 employees
  • Annual revenue $10M-$50M
Overall
★★★★★
★★★★★

Seems like a powerful software but not user friendly

February 7th, 2018 • Roles: Purchaser & End User

Seems like a powerful software and could work, it just didn’t seem like it was the most user friendly.

Pros

I thought they had a pretty good solution

Cons

Ended up not being in our top 2, compared to others seemed other solutions would be easier to work with

Paul
  • Building Materials
  • 1K-5K employees
  • Annual revenue $500M-$1B
Overall
★★★★★
★★★★★

Hydra X Review

February 7th, 2018 • Roles: Purchaser & End User

Going through capabilities tomorrow but should work in our assembly areas

Pros

Seems right up our alley and can support small and big companies

Cons

No concerns