I received two not wholly unexpected emails today from an organization with whom I’ve been affiliated and one I devoted much work in the past—MESA International Also known as the Manufacturing Execution Systems Association and the Manufacturing Enterprise Resources Association, this organization of developers and users of software comprising the Level 3 of the Purdue Enterprise Reference Model.
I don’t know when I noticed that the last remaining large sponsor—Rockwell Automation—dropped its sponsorship. That was the end of financial stability. This particular market has been difficult. I believe that until this day the largest competitor is Microsoft Excel. I am saddened. But we move on.
Dear MESA Community,
For more than three decades, MESA International has served as a trusted global community advancing the use of manufacturing technology through collaboration, education, and best practices. The relationships built, the knowledge shared, and the progress made through this community represent a legacy we are deeply proud of.
It is with great respect for that legacy that the MESA International Board of Directors has voted to dissolve the organization effective June 30, 2026.
This was not a decision made lightly. After careful review of the organization’s financial position and operational capacity, the board determined that voluntary dissolution is the responsible and appropriate path forward. We want to be transparent with the broader manufacturing community that has followed and engaged with MESA’s work over the years.
What’s Next for MESA’s Resources
We are pleased to share that the International Society of Automation (ISA) has agreed to serve as the new home for MESA’s assets and content. ISA is a global 501c(3) organization whose standards, including ISA-95 and ISA-88, form the technical foundation of much of MESA’s educational work. MESA’s content, resources, and community programs will be accessible through ISA going forward. Please visit here for more information.
Thank you for your engagement with MESA International over the years. This community has made a real difference in manufacturing operations around the world.
With gratitude,
The MESA International Board of Directors
