Augmenting OT with IT can enable organizations to use operational data better and offer manufacturers access to new tools that take their digital transformation efforts to the next level.

By better analyzing complex system data, paints and coatings manufacturers can gain critical process visibility to extract more value from existing production assets.

Ideally, with an integrated IT/OT process control system (PCS), personnel can:

• Collaborate more effectively over the whole value chain
• Make smarter decisions to achieve operational excellence
• Trim downtime and optimize changeover times
• Perform jobs more safely and efficiently

Organizations can:

• Reduce resource waste and costs
• Boost operational flexibility
• Enhance business agility

However, the paints and coating manufacturing process is complex in terms of logistics, with challenges from inputs and recipe mix variability. Selecting a smart factory integration solution optimized for this industry’s unique production environment is critically important.