ATS International B.V. is long-time partner of Siemens AG in the area of Integrated Automation Solutions, which includes devices, software, industrial networks and Manufacturing Execution Systems. ATS recently expanded the structured offer for Manufacturing Operations by adding Opcenter RD&L (Research, Development and Laboratory) into their portfolio.This will allow ATS International B.V. to resell, deploy and support the Opcenter RD&L (Research, Development and Laboratory) for leading manufacturers with facilities and suppliers around the world. As an Independent Solution Provider of Industrial and Process Automation, Quality and Information Technology Solutions, ATS has more than 30 offices in 17 different countries, which will facilitate the deployment and support of the solution.

Opcenter RD&L (Research, Development and Laboratory) is a scalable software platform to cover typical R&D activities such as development of new products, product maintenance and product enhancement. It provides functionality required for more efficient R&D processes and cross-disciplinary collaborative analysis. This includes software components for project data management, formula and packaging development, trial and experiment management, production process design, electronic notebooks, quality control, laboratory management, specification management, batch and inventory management, and pilot plant manufacturing. Opcenter RD&L (Research, Development and Laboratory) is based on the same architectural platform as Opcenter Execution ( Discrete or Process) Production Suite and so facilitates the integration of R&D data and workflows with the manufacturing environment.

Opcenter RD&L (Research, Development and Laboratory) contributes to brand value through R&D efficiency and innovation and its major role of specification management allows for built-in quality and regulatory compliance in formulae, product and production process designs. It lets scientists capture all R&D data in a structured yet flexible manner. These data are centralized for both intellectual property monitoring and protection, as well as re-use in current and future experiments. The integrated R&D platform offers cross-component data structures and workflows so that all stake-holders in R&D related processes work together and follow the Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).

Paul Bron, Director of Global Operations, ATS International B.V., said, „For ATS, this partnership will present new business opportunities and a secure and competent partner for our customers, as both companies anticipate collaborating on existing and additional projects. Furthermore, local and global customers who purchase Opcenter Execution ( Discrete or Process) from ATS have the convenience of turning to one, single point of contact at every step before, during and after the implementation.“

Filip Schiettecat, Director Business Development, Siemens, said, „Partnering with ATS International is a great fit for us. We know each other for many years and already have a successful collaboration. ATS is well oriented in our products and solution, and has coverage in areas of the globe where Siemens seeks to expand. We are looking forward to bringing new, international clients on board, and seeing the results that they achieve through our combined solutions.“

About ATS
ATS is an Independent Solution Provider, with more than 25 years of experience and a wealth of experience undertaking continuous improvement initiatives and Manufacturing IT solution design, deployments and 24/7 support assignments.

About Siemens
Siemens AG (Berlin and Munich) is a global powerhouse in electronics and electrical engineering, operating in the fields of industry, energy and healthcare as well as providing infrastructure solutions, primarily for cities and metropolitan areas. For over 165 years, Siemens has stood for technological excellence, innovation, quality, reliability and internationality. The company is one of the world’s largest providers of environmental technologies. For more information about Siemens AG, please visit www.siemens.com. For more information about Opcenter RD&L (Research, Development and Laboratory) please visit Siemens website.


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