Bridging the IT/OT Gap: Finding the Lost Data
Summary
The amount of data available is exploding due to the rapid development of 5G wireless, OPC and other system-wide IP standards, which are driving an increase in the number of devices installed and connected at facilities. In addition, analyzing data in silos limits the potential for cross-functional analysis, hindering organizations from understanding their operations holistically without laborious and error-prone database ETL processes. As a result, organizations can achieve end-to-end visibility, enabling them to trace the origin of raw materials, monitor quality at every stage, and improve compliance with regulatory requirements by having OT data available for broad analysis at a business level. By bridging this gap, businesses can achieve maximum traceability, flexibility and sustainability and make confident decisions in real-time to identify and eliminate bottlenecks in production. The integration of IT and OT systems is crucial for organizations striving to gain a competitive edge, optimize processes, and unlock the full potential of their data resources in todays interconnected world.