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Scaling digitalization – Unifying IT and OT data integration

Introduction

In today’s rapidly evolving industrial landscape, digitalization is no longer a luxury—it’s a necessity. Our latest session dives into how integrating your IT and OT systems is the key to truly scaling digitalization. Data integration isn’t just about connecting systems; it’s about unifying disparate data sources so manufacturers can unlock new levels of efficiency and operational excellence.

Industrial companies and system integrators often face the daunting challenge of leveraging data from both IoT and automation environments. In our discussion, experts highlighted that a startling 70% of projects struggle to hit their integration targets due to siloed data and incomplete connectivity. This gap has driven the need for a holistic solution that connects everything from machine-level sensors and PLCs to advanced cloud applications.

At the heart of our strategy is a seamless blend of robust Industrial Edge technology and scalable cloud solutions like Opcenter X and Insights Hub. Industrial Edge operates close to the shop floor, providing real-time monitoring and execution, while our cloud applications offer the flexibility and scalability to bring together, analyze, and act on data from a multitude of sources. Together, they form a single source of truth that simplifies the integration of new use cases—whether it’s optimizing production yield, enhancing quality control, or pioneering energy management initiatives.

The session also shed light on how our newly released Production Copilot leverages AI to navigate the overwhelming data landscape. By capturing information from diverse sources—ranging from machine temperature readings and counter data to transactional records and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)—the Production Copilot answers operational questions swiftly, ensuring that shop floor managers have the right insights at the right time to make informed decisions.

Our experts provided tangible examples of how these integrated solutions deliver clear business value. From connecting legacy systems with modern IoT tools to enabling smooth data flows across the entire manufacturing process. This integration not only reduces costs and minimizes downtime but also empowers our customers to target improvements and drive productivity victories.

Join us as we explore this unified approach to digital transformation, where the convergence of IT and OT is setting the stage for next-generation manufacturing excellence.

Video

Watch the video to hear directly from our experts and learn how these innovations can be applied to your operations. Welcome to the future of industrial digitalization—where seamless data integration turns challenges into opportunities.

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Alessandro Cereseto

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This article first appeared on the Siemens Digital Industries Software blog at https://blogs.sw.siemens.com/opcenter/scaling-digitalization-unifying-it-and-ot-data-integration/