Every manufacturer faces the same daily challenge: keeping work moving with limited time, limited labor, and rising complexity. For decades, traditional systems like Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) have been the standard for managing shop floor operations. However, as supply chain processes grow more intricate and customer demands intensify, these legacy systems struggle to provide the real-time coordination and flexibility needed to thrive. This guide introduces the definitive solution for modern manufacturing organizations: the Factory Orchestration System (FOS). A Factory Orchestration System is a dynamic, intelligent software platform designed to coordinate and optimize all moving parts of your factory