Learn how Open Process Automation (OPA) can upgrade the performance and security of your distributed control system (DCS) while reducing risks and costs.

We discuss how OPA can:

• Reduce total costs of ownership through open standards 
• Avoid vendor lock-in to improve operability with a more flexible and customizable system
• Manage cybersecurity risks through improved accountability, standardization and enhanced control

The problem

Many industrial control systems rely on vendor-proprietary technologies, which can result in high hardware and software costs for the initial investment, ongoing maintenance fees and slower adoption of new technologies.

• The total cost of ownership for proprietary systems can be high
• System maintenance is typically restricted to vendor-controlled models with limited competition, resulting in fewer choices and higher fees
• Cybersecurity risks are increased without the ability to adopt technology quickly

The solution

In this complimentary webinar, we present how you can create an open, secure and interoperable process control system with OPA architecture. We'll explore:

• Decoupling hardware and software to reduce reliance on single-source components
• Facilitating software portability for operators and engineers, enabling easy maintenance and updates while reducing maintenance costs
• Implementing quick and seamless upgrades to facilitate rapid adoption of cybersecurity measures

Our systems integration specialists share case studies, lessons learned and recommendations based on our experience implementing OPA architecture with leading global operators.

Who should attend

Industrial controls teams, industrial procurement teams, automation and control professionals, network specialists, facility operations / plant leadership, corporate automation & process control research & development teams.

Certificate

Attendees can download a certificate for professional development hour credits.*

The session takes approximately 60 minutes and includes some time at the end to answer questions.

Questions?

Contact webinars@woodplc.com with any questions or feedback.

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*Certificate of attendance: this webinar is intended to assist participants in retaining and expanding their knowledge base. Wood will provide a certificate for download at the end of the session if all criteria posted in the event room are fulfilled. Acceptance as a professional development hour is at the discretion of the organization that receives the submittal.

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