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Insights on OT security, CRA compliance, and industry trends.

OPC UA and UMATI blueprint

4/5 OPC UA: Treat UMATI as a Blueprint, Not a Law.

OPC UA companion specification OPC 40501 (UMATI) provides a shared vocabulary for machine tools, but real integration requires a Minimum Viable Interface.

February 15, 2026Read more →
CRA compliance with OPC UA

3/️5 OPC UA: One important step towards CRA compliance.

The security features of OPC UA support the cyber security requirements of the Cyber Resilience Act.

February 12, 2026Read more →
self-describing data with OPC UA

2/️5 OPC UA: If your data isn’t self-describing, it isn’t scalable

OPC UA transforms raw data into information by serving the “manual” directly from the controller.

February 9, 2026Read more →
shrinking the 'hidden debt' on the shop floor with OPC UA

1/️5 OPC UA: Shrinking the “Hidden Debt” on the Shop Floor

Picking a single-protocol strategy is about reducing the **Total Cost of Ownership** for your shop floor data.

February 6, 2026Read more →
Connected Machines vs. Connectivity Strategy

Is your machine connectivity a continuous hassle or a strategic asset?

Connectivity isn’t just about cables; it’s about making machines 'self-describing' and secure by design.

February 3, 2026Read more →

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