# iBase\-t: MES Solutions > iBase\-t is the creator of Solumina iSeries, the leading MES software for complex discrete manufacturing\. Contact us to learn more about our Digital Manufacturing Suite\. 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Fortunately, an industry ecosystem can be readily established that is valuable to customers and end users\. Continue reading to learn about first steps\. - [Civil Nuclear Energy: Challenges and Opportunities](https://www.ibaset.com/civil-nuclear-energy-challenges-and-opportunities/): American industry has many competitive strengths, including its history as a pioneer of civil nuclear energy, and its status as the home for top\-performing companies across the supply chain\. - [Execution AI: The Missing Layer that Turns Manufacturing Insight into Action](https://www.ibaset.com/execution-ai/): Aerospace \& defense manufacturers need more than enterprise\-level visibility into risk\. Execution AI works within production workflows to investigate problems, support governed fixes, and feed measured results back into enterprise planning\. - [The Pentagon Wants Automotive Scale\. Defense Manufacturing Needs More Than That\.](https://www.ibaset.com/defense-manufacturing-needs-more/): The Pentagon is asking automotive giants to scale weapons production, but physical capacity is only half the equation\. Without purpose\-built execution systems designed for defense\-grade traceability, compliance, and sustainment, this industrial pivot risks trading one bottleneck for another\. - [Beyond the Platform: The Case for Purpose\-Built Providers in A\&D Manufacturing](https://www.ibaset.com/purpose-built-providers/): In A\&D manufacturing, general\-purpose software often leads to costly customizations and delays\. Purpose\-built providers embed industry expertise, compliance, and scalability from the start, making them strategic partners for efficient operations and long\-term success\. ## Partners - [RedHat](https://www.ibaset.com/partners/redhat/): Red Hat is the world’s leading provider of enterprise open source software solutions, using\.\.\. - [Pelico](https://www.ibaset.com/partners/pelico/): Pelico is the Manufacturing Orchestration Platform for complex discrete manufacturers, including aerospace, defense, energy, and industrial leaders managing multi\-level BOMs and multi\-plant networks\. Pelico closes the gap between what's planned and what happens on the factory floor, coordinating planning, production, and supply chain teams around one operational reality\. Manufacturers use Pelico to reduce shortages, protect on\-time delivery, and accelerate turnaround\. Backed by General Catalyst, and Microsoft\-certified for Manufacturing AI, Pelico operates in more than 25 countries, with offices in Paris, Miami, Amsterdam, and London\. Learn more at pelico\.ai\. - [KINEXON](https://www.ibaset.com/partners/kinexon/): KINEXON delivers advanced real\-time location and motion\-tracking technologies that help Aerospace and Defense organizations optimize production, logistics, and mission\-critical operations\. With precise asset tracking, automation tools, and secure, data\-driven orchestration, KINEXON enables improved efficiency, reduced downtime, and greater operational transparency across complex manufacturing and maintenance environments\. - [Shreeya Software](https://www.ibaset.com/partners/shreeya-software/): Shreeya Software is an authorized Solumina MES services partner supporting aerospace and defense manufacturers in implementing, integrating, and optimizing their digital manufacturing environments\. With strong expertise in MES deployment, system integration, upgrades, and ongoing support, Shreeya helps customers maximize the value of their Solumina investment while advancing paperless, traceable, and data\-driven operations\. - [DXC Technology](https://www.ibaset.com/partners/dxc-technology/): DXC Technology \(DXC: NYSE\) is the world’s leading independent, end\-to\-end IT services\.\.\. ## Team Members - [Andrew Varghese ](https://www.ibaset.com/team/andrew-varghese/): Andrew is an experienced Finance and Operations Executive with a background in private equity, corporate development, and enterprise software\. His experience spans financial leadership and private equity roles focused on vertical and enterprise software serving the industrial and energy sectors\. Prior to joining iBase\-t, he served as CFO of Irth Solutions, where he led the company through 3x\+ ARR growth, top\-decile profitability performance, and a successful exit to a global growth equity firm\. - [Chris Morris](https://www.ibaset.com/team/chris-morris/): Chris brings over three decades of experience in professional services, customer success, and enterprise software sales\. - [Brian Webster](https://www.ibaset.com/team/brian-webster/): Brian Webster brings more than 30 years of leadership experience spanning both the military and the aerospace and defense industry\. After 15 years of military service, he moved into the private sector, where he’s spent the last 18 years leading in engineering, supply chain, and program execution\. - [Chelsea Morgan](https://www.ibaset.com/team/chelsea-morgan/) - [Naveen Poonian](https://www.ibaset.com/team/naveen-poonian/): Naveen Poonian is Chief Executive Officer of iBase\-t, where he is passionate about driving the company’s overall vision and mission by aligning organizational and departmental objectives\. ## Resources - [G8 vs iSeries \(i130\) Performance Comparison](https://www.ibaset.com/resource/g8-vs-iseries-i130performance-comparison/): The benchmark results demonstrate that the iSeries i130 Web Client delivers a substantial, consistent performance improvement over the G8 Windows Client across the Work Order lifecycle — fewer screens, fewer clicks, and significantly faster execution time\. - [2026 Gartner® Top Aerospace and Defense Manufacturing Trends](https://www.ibaset.com/resource/2026-gartner-top-aerospace-and-defense-manufacturing-trends/): A\&D manufacturers face a critical inflection point\. See the seven trends Gartner says will define how the industry designs, builds, and sustains complex systems through 2030\. - [Don't Be Fooled by the Wrong MES](https://www.ibaset.com/resource/dont-be-fooled-by-the-wrong-mes/): We break down the 5 principal MES types, looking closely at key functionalities to understand the differences companies considering an MES need to be aware of\. - [Manufacturing Execution As A Strategic Lever with Naveen Poonian](https://www.ibaset.com/resource/manufacturing-execution-as-a-strategic-lever-with-naveen-poonian/): iBase\-t President \& CEO Naveen Poonian joined the newest episode of Aviation Week’s podcast to discuss “Manufacturing Execution as a Strategic Lever” and the often\-overlooked role MES can play in driving business value\. Listen to the whole episode for practical insights on how manufacturing execution can support the evolving needs of Aerospace \& Defense manufacturers\. - [MBE Process Authoring: The Common Thread From Design to Sustainment](https://www.ibaset.com/resource/mbe-process-authoring-the-common-thread-from-design-to-sustainment/): Discover how A\&D manufacturers can overcome digital\-thread complexity, connect design through sustainment, and focus MBE efforts where they deliver lasting value\. ## Awards - [iBase\-t Recognized as a Leader in the 2022 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Manufacturing Execution Systems](https://www.ibaset.com/awards/ibaset-recognized-as-a-leader-in-the-2022-gartner-magic-quadrant-for-manufacturing-execution-systems/): iBase\-t positioned by Gartner as a Leader in the Magic Quadrant for Manufacturing Execution Systems for its offering, iBase\-t Solumina iSeries\. - [iBase\-t Successfully Completes SOC 2 Type 1 Certification](https://www.ibaset.com/awards/ibaset-successfully-completes-soc-2-type-1-certification/): iBase\-t's completes the Service Organization Control \(SOC\) 2 Type 1 audit ensuring compliance with the leading industry standards for managing and securing enterprise data\. - [CIO Coverage Recognizes iBase\-t as Top Aviation Solution Provider](https://www.ibaset.com/awards/cio-coverage-recognizes-ibaset-as-top-aviation-aerospace-solution-provider/): This recognition was based on iBase\-t’s vision to simplify the complex\. By investing in innovation and new technologies, a better approach has emerged that the industry is now taking note of\. - [Gartner Positions iBase\-t as a Visionary in 2021 MQ for MES](https://www.ibaset.com/awards/gartner-positions-ibaset-as-a-visionary-in-the-2021-magic-quadrant-for-manufacturing-execution-systems-mes/): Evaluation based on specific criteria that analyzed the company’s overall completeness of vision and ability to execute\. - [iBase\-t Applauded by Frost \& Sullivan for Enhancing the Production and MRO of Highly Engineered Products](https://www.ibaset.com/awards/ibaset-applauded-by-frost-sullivan-for-solution-portfolio-serving-the-aerospace-defense-industry/): This award was based on the superior performance iBase\-t’s Solumina platform delivers by streamlining and simplifying work industrial workflows across complex discrete operations\. ## Press Releases - [iBase\-t Names Andrew Varghese CFO to Advance AI\-Native Software Growth](https://www.ibaset.com/press-releases/ibase-t-names-andrew-varghese-cfo-to-advance-ai-native-software-growth/): The appointment of Andrew Varghese strengthens financial leadership as iBase\-t builds on private equity backing to expand its AI\-native digital manufacturing and sustainment platform for aerospace and defense\. - [iBase\-t Appoints Aerospace Growth Executive Lance Kwasniewski to Board of Directors](https://www.ibaset.com/press-releases/ibase-t-appoints-aerospace-growth-executive-lance-kwasniewski-to-board-of-directors/): Lance Kwasniewski's leadership across engineering and technology\-enabled services will support iBase\-t’s strategy to expand internationally, accelerate growth, and advance intelligent, model\-based execution across the aerospace and defense value chain\. - [iBase\-t Names Michael Ives to Board of Directors, Strengthening Deep Software and Financial Leadership ](https://www.ibaset.com/press-releases/ibase-t-names-michael-ives-to-board-of-directors-strengthening-deep-software-and-financial-leadership/): Michael Ives’ deep experience scaling industrial software companies and driving strategic growth will strengthen iBase\-t’s financial and software leadership as the company expands its product portfolio and advances digital manufacturing for aerospace and defense\. - [Solumina ScanAI: AI Innovation from iBase\-t Eliminates Paper Bottlenecks, Accelerating A\&D’s Digital Future](https://www.ibaset.com/solumina-scan-ai/): Solumina ScanAI is a cutting\-edge document digitization agent that streamlines the conversion of paper\-based manufacturing records into structured digital data in the Solumina Manufacturing Operations Platform\.   - [Solumina Intelligence: AI\-Powered Analytics to Fuel Aerospace \& Defense Manufacturing](https://www.ibaset.com/solumina-intelligence-ai/): Leveraging Solumina AI, Solumina Intelligence transforms manufacturing analytics by enabling MES, Quality, and Sustainment teams to interact effortlessly with the data in their Solumina database\. Users can ask a question in natural language through the solution’s chat interface to get immediate insights from real\-time shop floor operational data\. ## Events - [Predictable MRO Delivery with an Aligned Scheduling and Execution Model](https://www.ibaset.com/events/predictable-mro-webinar/): Explore how aligning MRO scheduling and execution can help teams identify disruptions earlier, evaluate recovery options, and improve delivery predictability\. Join iBase\-t and Pelico for a practical discussion on connecting operational data to better your scheduling and execution decisions\. - [Global Product Data Interoperability Summit \(GPDIS\)](https://www.ibaset.com/events/global-product-data-interoperability-summit-gpdis-2/): Join iBase\-t at GPDIS 2026\! Hear VP \& Chief Enterprise Architect Brian Webster present “Feed the Thread: Turning Governed Data Into Decision Fidelity with AI\.” We’ll also be at Booth \#14, where you can connect with our team and explore governed data, AI, and digital manufacturing\. - [American Aerospace \& Defense Summit](https://www.ibaset.com/events/aad-summit-american-aerospace-defense-summit/): Join iBase\-t Solution Engineer Andres Morales at the American Aerospace \& Defense Summit 2026 for his session on December 3\. We’ll also be at the event connecting with A\&D leaders and discussing how digital execution can help manufacturers improve efficiency, quality, and resilience\. - [MRO Europe](https://www.ibaset.com/events/mro-europe/): Join iBase\-t at MRO Europe 2026\! We’ll be at Booth \#3\-215, where our Aerospace \& Defense experts will be showcasing how Solumina supports the complex demands of MRO operations\. - [SSI World Shipbuilding Conference \(SSIWSC\)](https://www.ibaset.com/events/ssiwsc_2026/): iBase\-t is proud to sponsor the SSI World Shipbuilding Conference 2026 – Americas as a Bronze Sponsor\. Join us at the IP Casino Resort Spa as shipbuilding leaders explore emerging technologies, real\-world solutions, and the future of digital shipbuilding\. ## Customers - [WR Systems](https://www.ibaset.com/customers/wr-systems/): WR brings distinct expertise in PNT, GI\&S, radar signal processing; unmanned systems; readiness and sustainment; and electronics repair and testing to enable our customers’ success - [Textron Systems](https://www.ibaset.com/customers/textron-systems/): Textron Systems is a world leader in uncrewed air, surface and land products, services and support founded on the combined expertise in our family of brands that includes Textron Systems, Howe \& Howe, Lycoming, and ATAC\. We harness the unlimited power of teamwork to solve incredible problems across seven specialized domains: air, land, sea, propulsion, weapon systems, electronic systems and test, training \& simulation\. From product development and manufacturing to training, operations, and support, we integrate and offer ingenious and advanced solutions to support defense, aerospace, and other customer missions\. - [Lockheed Martin](https://www.ibaset.com/customers/lockheed-martin/): As a global defense tech company, we are driving innovation and advancing scientific discovery\. Our all\-domain mission solutions and 21st Century Security vision accelerate the delivery of transformative technologies to ensure those we serve always stay ahead of ready\. - [Safran](https://www.ibaset.com/customers/safran/): Safran is a global leader in aerospace propulsion, aircraft equipment, and defense technologies, known for its relentless focus on innovation, quality, and sustainability\. Operating across engines, interiors, landing systems, and avionics, Safran supports many of the world’s most advanced aircraft programs—including Airbus, Boeing, and Dassault\. - [Moog](https://www.ibaset.com/customers/moog/): As global leaders in motion control across land, sea, air, and space, we pioneer advanced solutions, including both hardware and software, to drive innovation in customer products\. ## Categories - [Manufacturing Execution System](https://www.ibaset.com/category/manufacturing-execution-system/) - [Industry 4\.0](https://www.ibaset.com/category/industry-4-0/) - [Aerospace \& Defense](https://www.ibaset.com/category/aerospace-defense/) - [Digital Transformation](https://www.ibaset.com/category/digital-transformation/) - [Digital Thread](https://www.ibaset.com/category/digital-thread/) ## Tags - [Manufacturing Execution System](https://www.ibaset.com/tag/manufacturing-execution-system/) - [MES](https://www.ibaset.com/tag/mes/) - [iBASEt](https://www.ibaset.com/tag/ibaset/) - [Manufacturing Execution Software](https://www.ibaset.com/tag/manufacturing-execution-software/) - [manufacturing](https://www.ibaset.com/tag/manufacturing/) ## Partners Categories - [Technology](https://www.ibaset.com/partners_cat/technology-partners/) - [Systems Integrators](https://www.ibaset.com/partners_cat/systems-integrators/) - [Academic / Consortiums](https://www.ibaset.com/partners_cat/academic-consortiums/) ## Resources Categories - [Webinars](https://www.ibaset.com/resource_cat/webinars/) - [Success Stories](https://www.ibaset.com/resource_cat/success-stories/) - [Excelerate 2025](https://www.ibaset.com/resource_cat/excelerate-2025/) - [Excelerate 2024](https://www.ibaset.com/resource_cat/excelerate-2024/) - [Excelerate 2026](https://www.ibaset.com/resource_cat/excelerate-2026/) ## Team Members Categories - [India Leadership](https://www.ibaset.com/team_cat/india-leadership/) - [UK Leadership](https://www.ibaset.com/team_cat/uk-leadership/) ## Customers Categories - [Aerospace \& Defense](https://www.ibaset.com/customers_cat/aerospace-defense/) - [Electronics](https://www.ibaset.com/customers_cat/electronics/) - [Space](https://www.ibaset.com/customers_cat/space/) - [Industrial Equipment](https://www.ibaset.com/customers_cat/industrial-equipment/) - [Nuclear](https://www.ibaset.com/customers_cat/nuclear/) ## Optional - [Sitemap index](https://www.ibaset.com/sitemap_index.xml)