Driving smarter outcomes
As Food and Beverage and CPG manufacturers face increasing pressure to modernize operations, the decision between SaaS and on-premises MES solutions has become a key strategic consideration. Balancing cost structures, scalability, security, and the pace of innovation is now central to both IT and operational planning. In this one-hour webinar in partnership with AWS, we will explore the practical business and operational implications of SaaS versus on-premises MES deployment models. The discussion covers: operating versus capital expenditure, IT ownership and complexity, scalability, and a deeper look at security including data protection, compliance, and evolving cybersecurity risks across both models. We’ll also look at how each approach impacts the ability to adapt and maintain performance and reliability at scale in real-world manufacturing environments.
Key learnings:
- Understand the core differences between SaaS and on-premises MES models and how each impacts cost structure, governance, long-term flexibility, and security posture
- Explore how SaaS MES can support scalability, streamline IT responsibilities, and enable more responsive operations
- Evaluate security considerations in depth, including data residency, compliance requirements, threat management, and shared responsibility models
- Gain practical perspectives on how F&B and CPG manufacturers are evolving their MES strategies to balance innovation, risk, and operational resilience
Industry expert speakers
Colin Henry - Senior Product Manager, Velotic
Lee Jellum - Industry Principal, Manufacturing, Velotic
Kevin McCurdy - Global Partner Leader Consumer Goods, AWS
Sanjay Gurbuxani - Global VP, Digital Supply Chain & Shared Services, Mondelēz
Jesus Fernando Lopez Audeves - Director, Information Technology and Transformation, Food & Snacks, Arca Contenental
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