Overview
ISO/TR 3151-1:2023 - "Visualization elements of PLM‑MES interface - Part 1: Overview" is a technical report that defines the visualization and data‑exchange elements for the interface between Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) and Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) or Manufacturing Operations Management (MOM). This first edition (2023) explains why a PLM‑MES interface is needed, describes the technical building blocks that make up that interface, and catalogs the visualization elements used to represent product, process and production data in 2D/3D contexts. Note: the document does not cover specific applications or deployment methods for these visualization elements.
Key topics and technical coverage
The report outlines the following technical topics and requirements at a conceptual level:
- Need for a PLM‑MES interface: roles, feedback loops, and the information flow between design and production (including differences between MES and MOM).
- Core technical elements that form the interface, including product and manufacturing information formats and middleware expectations.
- Visualization elements required for productive PLM‑MES data exchange, such as:
- 3D visualization needs and 3D notes attached to digital shape models
- Product structure for manufacturing BOM (mBOM) and engineering BOM (eBOM)
- Bill of Process (BOP) and work order visualization
- 3D shape data exchange and guidance for 3D annotations and videos to demonstrate product assembly or operation
- Reference to related technologies and frameworks such as digital twin, predictive maintenance, and process/change workflows (Engineering Change Management).
The report cites normative references and background standards (e.g., ISO/IEC 20924) and surveys constituent standards that inform the PLM‑MES interface.
Practical applications and users
ISO/TR 3151-1:2023 is practical for professionals designing or aligning PLM and MES/MOM systems who need a common understanding of visualization requirements:
- PLM and MES product managers and architects
- Systems integrators and automation engineers
- Manufacturing engineers, process planners and quality engineers
- Digital manufacturing and Industry 4.0 teams implementing 3D visualization, mBOM/eBOM synchronization and digital twin strategies
By using the overview in ISO/TR 3151‑1 organizations can plan consistent visualization and data‑exchange models for design-to-production handover, production feedback and visual work instructions.
Related standards
Referenced or relevant standards include:
Keywords: PLM‑MES interface, visualization elements, ISO 3151‑1:2023, mBOM, eBOM, 3D visualization, MES, MOM, digital twin.
