> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.factorypulse.app/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Introduction to MES

> Get started with the Manufacturing Execution System

Welcome to the documentation for the Manufacturing Execution System (MES) in FactoryPulse. These guides provide comprehensive instructions for setting up, using, and managing the MES functionalities.

<Warning>
  If you can't find the MES section in the navigation, please ask your admin to enable it for you in the features section of your account settings.
</Warning>

Please navigate through the following sections to learn more:

<CardGroup cols={3}>
  <Card title="Initial Setup" icon="gear" href="initial-setup">
    Setting up MES Prerequisites
  </Card>

  <Card title="Manufacturing Routings" icon="diagram-project" href="managing-routings">
    Defining Manufacturing Routings
  </Card>

  <Card title="Production Orders" icon="clipboard-list" href="managing-production-orders">
    Managing Production Orders
  </Card>

  <Card title="Operator Workflow" icon="person-digging" href="operator-workflow">
    Operator Workflow
  </Card>

  <Card title="Reporting" icon="chart-line" href="mes-reporting">
    MES Reporting
  </Card>
</CardGroup>