With Plantrun each new production run or batch is identified by a unique user defined batch reference. The information for that run or batch, including start and end times and all relevant monitored parameters, can then be stored in the system database against that unique batch reference. The status of each run or batch is calculated in real time, automatically comparing actual production against quantity required, forecasting the time of completion.

This allows the production planning and sales departments to be kept informed of the status and forecast delivery times of every order in the factory. It is also possible for systems to highlight overdue orders and provide work priority reports and schedules for production palnning etc. These facilities provide production planners and sales offices with information needed to respond faster to customer demands.

Plantrun uses industry standard protocols for data exchange with third party applications such as ERP systems.