Designing scalable MES solutions that connect shop floor to enterprise.

I architect and deliver robust manufacturing systems (Apriso MES, .NET, Oracle/SQL) and lead cross‑functional teams to improve production visibility, data quality, and operational excellence.

About

I am a Solution Architect and Global IT MES Technical Lead with 15+ years across manufacturing execution systems, software development, and enterprise IT. I focus on transforming business requirements into resilient solution designs, integrating shop‑floor automations, and elevating MES maturity across plants.

Strong in Apriso/DELMIA, .NET (C#/VB), Oracle/SQL, integration patterns, and reporting (Power BI). I partner with business and operations to deliver practical, high‑impact solutions.

Experience

  1. Sep 2020 – Present

    Bekaert – Global IT MES Technical Lead · Solution Architect

    • Translate business requirements into solution context and design
    • Define components, subsystems, and interfaces; evaluate technology alternatives
    • Advance Apriso design capability; strengthen IT–Business communication
  2. Apr 2016 – Sep 2020

    Bekaert – MES IT OPS · Software Developer · Solution Architect

    • Delivered production systems (Plant Maintenance, MRS/DMS)
    • Supported shop‑floor automations and Apriso MES; rolled out MES to RR plants
    • Database management (SQL · Oracle) and end‑user trainings
  3. Apr 2012 – Apr 2016

    Çelikord A.Ş. – Solution Architect · Software Developer

    • Managed production programs; delivered Plant Maintenance, DMS, Gate, and monitoring tools
    • Drove adoption of new technologies
  4. Apr 2011 – Apr 2012

    PremierTurk – IT Consultant · Network System Support

    • IT management support at Marshall Paints & Varnish (Dilovası)
    • Client enablement and backup operations
  5. Jun 2009 – Dec 2010

    Monad – Information Technologies Leader

    • Managed Kocaeli Seka Government Hospital IT (hardware, network, servers)
    • Oversaw patient/personnel information systems and a 100‑person IT team
  6. Feb 2008 – Dec 2009

    Military Project – Software Engineer (Third Lieutenant)

    • Developed Staff Management system using PHP/MySQL; applied UML for design

Selected Projects

Apriso MES AGV Integration – Plants

Designed and implemented the end‑to‑end solution architecture enabling seamless integration between Apriso MES and autonomous guided vehicle (AGV) systems across multiple plants. The integration was delivered via SOAP/REST APIs, ensuring reliable bidirectional communication. Upon spool doffing, MES automatically triggers an order creation process for the OTM server, initiating AGV movement from point X to point Y. This automation significantly improved material flow efficiency, eliminated manual handling steps, and enhanced operational traceability.

  • Apriso
  • MES
  • Automation

Apriso MES Machine Integration – Plants

Led the full‑scale machine‑integration program, designing the architecture and communication interfaces for connecting all shop‑floor equipment to Apriso MES through MI Client. This end‑to‑end project standardized machine connectivity across multiple plants, enabling unified data acquisition, real‑time production visibility, and robust traceability. More than 20,000+ machines were successfully integrated, establishing a scalable and future‑proof manufacturing data infrastructure.

  • Apriso
  • MES
  • Automation

Apriso MES Automated Warehouse Project – Plants

Architected and deployed the integration of an automated warehouse system with Apriso MES using REST API–based communication. This project delivered a fully synchronized material‑handling workflow, where storage, retrieval, and internal logistics operations are orchestrated directly by MES. The integration enabled real‑time inventory accuracy, automated execution of warehouse tasks, and significantly reduced manual intervention.

  • Apriso
  • MES
  • Automation

Apriso MES Automatic Palletizer Project – Plants

Delivered the end‑to‑end integration of automatic palletizing systems with Apriso MES using MI Client supported by the OPC UA protocol. The solution enabled MES-driven orchestration of palletizing operations, ensuring standardized data exchange, improved equipment interoperability, and consistent packaging quality. This integration streamlined palletizing workflows and enhanced production throughput.

  • Apriso
  • MES
  • Automation

Apriso MES Rollout – Plants

Designed solution architecture, interfaces, and deployment approach for multi‑plant MES expansion. Supported cutovers and adoption, improving production visibility and data quality.

  • Apriso
  • MES
  • Integration

Manufacturing Report System (MRS/DMS)

Delivered reporting and data‑monitoring capabilities for manufacturing performance, enabling faster decisions and KPI tracking across operations.

  • .NET
  • Oracle/SQL
  • BI

Plant Maintenance System

Developed and maintained a maintenance platform to track equipment health, plan interventions, and reduce unplanned downtime.

  • .NET
  • MES
  • Maintenance

Gate & Data Monitoring Solutions

Built gate control and shop‑floor data monitoring tools to enhance traceability, quality control, and material flow accuracy.

  • Automation
  • Traceability
  • Shop Floor

Skills

  • SCRUM Master facilitate Scrum events to keep the team aligned, focused, and continuously improving
  • MES & Architecture: Apriso/DELMIA, solution design, interfaces, subsystems
  • Development: .NET (C#, VB), Java, PHP, Delphi
  • Data: Oracle, PL/SQL, T‑SQL, SQL
  • Web: HTML, CSS, JavaScript, XML, AJAX
  • Cloud & Tools: Microsoft Azure, Office 365, Power BI, Power Apps
  • IT & Networking: TCP/IP, LAN/WAN, servers

Core Strengths

  • Translating business requirements into scalable architectures
  • Leading cross‑functional teams and trainings
  • Driving MES maturity and adoption
  • Evaluating technology alternatives and risks

Education

  • Sakarya UniversityM.Sc., Management Information Systems (2017–2019)
  • Eastern Mediterranean UniversityB.Sc., Computer Engineering (2003–2006)
  • Ege UniversityAssociate, Computer Programming (2000–2002)
  • Sabancı Technical High SchoolComputer Programming (1996–2000)

Courses

  • Advanced Oracle trainings; Microsoft Azure (Office 365, Power BI, Power Apps); .NET

Future Goals

  • Expand into Enterprise Architecture leadership for global manufacturing
  • Drive Smart Factory programs integrating MES/IoT/AI for end‑to‑end visibility
  • Standardize MES design patterns and governance across plants

Contact

Open to collaboration, architecture reviews, and digital transformation initiatives. Reach me anytime:

Email: gokhan@gokhanmorgul.com.tr

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