John Lee

Creating automation interoperability, sustainability at a resin plant, flour mill

It is crucial to understand business goals and requirements up front and to have ways to test requirements and measure automation project success. Control system integration projects reduced waste to zero in the first year; the other reduced delays and backlogs.

Data integration is key for overall equipment effectiveness ratings

One interface is better than multiple query tools to see data from all configured data sources to improve OEE ratings.