New video provides some practical solutions to consider in the age of TCP/IP.
Looking to digitally transform your operations, but your existing machines don't support newer protocols like MQTT or OPC UA?
Don't worry, you're not alone. Legacy industrial control systems are still operating everywhere today. But don't settle or wait for them to fail.
It's time to learn more about modern edge devices that can bridge the gap between old and new.
This new 1-minute video is a great conversation starter on the topic.
Where to Begin?
Start small. Prove ROI with a small investment. Find an edge device that’s commercially available off the shelf and speaks the protocols your plant runs today. Once you’ve proven it will work, it’s time to expand.
For more on today's protocol wars, see Dan White's recent OptoBlog post.
And here are a few more resources from the Opto 22 website that can help you get started with a solution: