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New White Paper: Building Industrial Data Systems You Actually Own

Posted by Janice Colmer on Jun 3, 2026 6:45:57 AM

Learn the benefits of open source, open standards, and open architecture in industrial automation.

Industrial companies are under pressure to modernize operations, connect legacy systems, and deliver real-time data.
But too many IIoT and digital transformation projects become expensive, overly complex, and difficult to maintain.

What if you could build an industrial data infrastructure that is open, scalable, secure, and fully under your control?

Explore what's possible in this new white paper: Building Industrial Data Systems You Actually Own. 

Learn how modern edge-based architectures are helping manufacturers, system integrators, OEMs, and industrial engineers simplify connectivity from the plant floor to the cloud.

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READ WHITE PAPER

In this white paper, you'll learn:
  • Why traditional OT architectures struggle with scalability and data sharing
  • How edge computing reduces complexity and eliminates layers of middleware
  • Ways to securely connect industrial systems using open standards like MQTT, Sparkplug B, OPC UA, and Node-RED
  • How to bridge the gap between OT and IT without disrupting existing operations
  • Practical strategies for building flexible, future-ready industrial data systems
Who should read this white paper?
  • Controls engineers
  • System integrators
  • Plant managers
  • OEMs and machine builders
  • Industrial IT and OT professionals
  • Anyone leading an IIoT or digital transformation initiative

It's time to stop building systems that depend on others to manage. Learn how to create a modern industrial data strategy that gives you greater ownership, visibility, scalability, and long-term flexibility.

READ WHITE PAPER

Topics: OEM, white paper, industrial automation, digital transformation, open source

Written by Janice Colmer

Janice has worked at Opto 22 for nearly 20 years and is part of the marketing team that strives to share new and relevant content with the automation industry. She enjoys books, camping, country music, and spending time with family and friends.
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