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GE Proficy Smart Factory MES vs Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) 8 with support by ProComputers comparison

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GE Proficy Smart Factory MES
Ranking in AWS Marketplace
6th
Average Rating
8.4
Number of Reviews
10
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
Red Hat Enterprise Linux (R...
Ranking in AWS Marketplace
330th
Average Rating
8.4
Number of Reviews
11
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Featured Reviews

Aishwarya Srivastava - PeerSpot reviewer
MES Consultant at Consultancy Firm
Digitalization of multi‑plant manufacturing has improved genealogy tracking and production efficiency
One aspect of GE Proficy Smart Factory MES being very customizable is also a disadvantage because the learning curve for any IT staff is very steep. Whatever is taught in IT training cannot be completely applied from the day one they join the company; they have to learn all the configurations. GE Proficy Smart Factory MES requires that you learn very fast, and apart from that, the total cost is a concern. GE Proficy Smart Factory MES implementation comes with costs attached that include the implementation itself, integration with other software, and licensing. Regarding needed improvements, the engineer hired for the GE Proficy Smart Factory MES implementation must be given at least one to two weeks of training from a very experienced person who has already done GE Proficy Smart Factory MES implementation. This would reduce project timelines, which could lead to reduced costs.
reviewer2921154 - PeerSpot reviewer
Software Engineer at a tech vendor with 10,001+ employees
Daily operations have become smoother and troubleshooting is more efficient for critical servers
My experience with Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) 8 with support by ProComputers has been positive, but there are a few areas where it could be improved. More proactive technical support, faster response time for critical issues, and better documentation for troubleshooting common problems would be helpful. It would also be useful to have more guidance on security updates, patch management, and system optimization. A centralized dashboard for monitoring server health and identifying potential issues could further improve the experience. One additional improvement for Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) 8 with support by ProComputers would be better integration with centralized monitoring and automation tools. A more user-friendly graphical interface for monitoring system health, resource utilization, and system security alerts would also be helpful, especially for teams managing multiple servers. Improved integration with ITSM platforms like ServiceNow and better automation for routine patching and maintenance tasks could save time and reduce manual effort.

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We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:
 

Pros

"GE Proficy Smart Factory MES has positively impacted our organization by significantly enhancing overall equipment efficiency, which enables effective productivity and ensures equipment availability on the go."
"GE Proficy Smart Factory MES has positively impacted my organization in many ways, for example, what we used to accomplish in a day as production has increased quite a bit, and our performance and quality of products have also improved, leading to a noticeable increase in OEE."
"I have seen a return on investment from using GE Proficy Smart Factory MES, as it enhanced productivity, leading to an increase in the number of parts manufactured, which resulted in good revenue generation for the business."
"The integration with SAP ERP and GE Historian helped my team by providing data visibility and offered more than 98% data accuracy along the whole manufacturing execution system."
"GE Proficy Smart Factory MES facilitates improved data capture, processing, and reporting across organizational levels, from supervisory to managerial to business levels."
"The hardware of GE Proficy Smart Factory MES is very strong, and the software is very easy and useful for me."
"Real-time visibility and traceability are important because they help production teams monitor operations, identify issues, and understand what is happening on the production line."
"GE Proficy Smart Factory MES positively impacts my organization by providing a tool for real-time production that utilizes our time in various ways, enabling us to gather all data on one page."
"Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) 8 with support by ProComputers is a solid enterprise Linux platform for server administration and DevOps environments whose stability, security capabilities, and suitability for production workloads make it a very useful option for organizations managing business-critical applications."
"The best features Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) 8 with support by ProComputers offers are that some services are already configured."
"Using the AI capabilities is very useful for us, and the reliability is high with more accuracy."
"Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) 8 with support by ProComputers has positively impacted our organization by providing a stable, secure, and reliable environment for running enterprise applications."
"For example, when I use Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) 8 with support by ProComputers in a cluster environment and sometimes have issues, the support immediately helps me remediate them, saving me time and research."
"Python 3 support and improved security features have helped me and my team significantly since Python was not supported on RHEL 7, which caused concerns for the application team."
"Ansible Tower running on Red Hat 8 is a standout feature."
"Being able to individually allocate the kernels helps me get tasks done much easier and much quicker than what other systems would take."
 

Cons

"One aspect of GE Proficy Smart Factory MES being very customizable is also a disadvantage because the learning curve for any IT staff is very steep."
"GE Proficy Smart Factory MES should be a bit easier to customize."
"I think GE Proficy Smart Factory MES could be improved with a more intuitive user interface, clearer error messages, and better troubleshooting tools."
"I think you could add more password protection inside GE Proficy Smart Factory MES."
"What I wish was easier or better with GE Proficy Smart Factory MES are some custom extensions in regards to third-party code that integrates into it, making it more of a faceplate and something easier to populate with a single tag number."
"In terms of how GE Proficy Smart Factory MES can be improved, I believe one key area is the connectivity on the shop floor."
"I think GE Proficy Smart Factory MES can be optimized better, specifically regarding the application right and the backup."
"Customer support for GE Proficy Smart Factory MES gives quick results sometimes, but there are delays at times, so I would appreciate quicker responses from their end."
"While I do not remember specifics at the moment, I require many features in the future for improvement."
"I would add that there could be improvements regarding the user interface, security, or performance."
"You should add the packages updating features because the repository is not found easily."
"I choose 9 out of 10 for Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) 8 with support by ProComputers because it needs improvement with DevOps tools and CI/CD pipelines and to improve the monitoring dashboard."
"Some bugs and issues are always present with Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) 8 with support by ProComputers, which the community always tries to build upon."
"More proactive technical support, faster response time for critical issues, and better documentation for troubleshooting common problems would be helpful."
"I rated Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) 8 with support by ProComputers an 8 out of 10 because it is stable, secure, and reliable for my daily Linux administration, while I see room for improvement in technical support response time, troubleshooting documentation, and integration with newer automation tools."
"Sometimes, while using Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) 8 with support by ProComputers, we encounter issues where some of the systems are not accepting certain commands, leading to command errors."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Manufacturing Company
27%
Construction Company
23%
Healthcare Company
9%
Outsourcing Company
5%
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Company Size

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Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business2
Midsize Enterprise2
Large Enterprise9
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business4
Midsize Enterprise2
Large Enterprise7
 

Questions from the Community

What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for GE Proficy Smart Factory MES?
I believe the setup costs may seem higher due to the need for multiple servers for MES and high availability features, meaning licensing could also be high and should be optimized.
What needs improvement with GE Proficy Smart Factory MES?
I think GE Proficy Smart Factory MES could be improved with a more intuitive user interface, clearer error messages, and better troubleshooting tools. From a technical support perspective, easier d...
What is your primary use case for GE Proficy Smart Factory MES?
I used GE Proficy Smart Factory MES from a technical support perspective, and I no longer use it in my current role. My role involved preparing and maintaining the environment so that production li...
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) 8 with support by ProComputers?
My experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing for Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) 8 with support by ProComputers has been around two years.
What needs improvement with Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) 8 with support by ProComputers?
I rated Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) 8 with support by ProComputers an 8 out of 10 because it is stable, secure, and reliable for my daily Linux administration, while I see room for improvement ...
What is your primary use case for Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) 8 with support by ProComputers?
My main use case for Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) 8 with support by ProComputers is mainly for managing GitHub repos and connecting to a jump post with AKS servers. In my regular work, I use Red...
 

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