Global Manufacturing in Networks

Authors:	Sternemann Karl-Heinz, BizT@lk AG, Germany Homann Ulrich, Microsoft Corp., United States
Topic:	5.3 Enterprise Integration and Networking
Session:	Industry applications interoperability: a challenge for modern enterprises
Keywords:	Reference Architecture, Manufacturing, Production Control, Decision Making

Abstract

The challenge for globally operating companies is to configure, operate and dynamically reconfigure the global network with respect to market penetration, business processes and capabilities at the different partners. This paper outlines the application of a specific, flexible method of applying service-oriented architecture (SOA) principles to business interactions utilizing the unique business capabilities of all involved partners in a value-added network. The method draws upon the vast knowledge and experiences gathered in the networking communication area and apply those principles to business interactions using services as the means of communication.