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    Abstracted from hardware, software-defined platforms eliminate the need for single-source automation and can run on any compute device
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    Panoramic banner of man holds a collection of icons representing robotic process automation and software management
    Control, monitor and adjust processes through software interfaces, rather than rewiring or manually adjusting hardware
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    Decoupling of hardware and software allows for standardized automation applications to run across IT and OT hardware platforms
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    SDA emphasizes flexible, open-source, universal protocols and agnostic platforms
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    ACS’ Roy Krans explains how SDA reduces reliance on proprietary hardware, enables remote monitoring and updates, speeds deployment and supports machine learning
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    Increased complexity warrants modularized software and interfaces for improved functionality, authority, modularity and scalability
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    Siemens’ Xcelerator platform offers advanced monitoring and quality control features, especially in tool condition management
    Siemens has focused on making their applications user-friendly with built-in training and context-based help
    System integrator Gray Solutions focuses on AI, robotics, machine vision, edge computing and digital twins
    Real-world data and a fully visualized platform allows engineering and operations to interpret the system state and motion