Purpose Built: Adapting MES for the Age of AI

Technology evolves fast—and manufacturers evolve with it. In this episode of Purpose Built, CEO Eddy Azad explores how human behavior, digital tools, and manufacturing operations have changed, and what it means for the future of MES.

A decade ago, many believed shop-floor operators wouldn’t use software. Today, everyone carries a smart device and navigates complex apps instinctively. As Eddy explains, that shift has transformed expectations for manufacturing technology. TrakSYS must evolve just as quickly—without compromising safety, stability, or the simplicity that customers depend on.

Eddy discusses how advancements like AI and machine learning are reshaping manufacturing: enabling real-time optimization, reducing waste, improving accuracy, and helping teams diagnose root causes—even when the problem started upstream. But adopting these technologies responsibly requires thoughtful design, backward compatibility, and a commitment to user experience.

With dozens of global deployments across large enterprises, TrakSYS can’t pivot recklessly. Instead, Parsec takes a methodical, purpose-built approach to innovation—pairing deep R&D with rapid, safe release cycles. The goal: keep TrakSYS modern, powerful, and adaptable, while protecting mission-critical operations where safety, quality, and performance are non-negotiable.

Eddy also addresses one of the biggest questions facing the industry: Will technology replace jobs? His perspective is clear—AI and automation are tools that elevate workers, improve productivity, and enable reskilling. The manufacturers that thrive will equip their teams to adapt and embrace these advancements, not fear them.

From simplifying deployment to scaling globally, Purpose Built highlights Parsec’s core philosophy: We’re not here to build every new technology—we’re here to make TrakSYS ready to benefit from the best of it.