Before you begin collecting data…

Industrial data collection is the process of acquiring data from machines, equipment and industrial IT systems. It is the first step in digital transformation.

The idea is that you want to use the collected data to get actionable insights, and optimise processes by finding the reasons for downtime and bottlenecks.

Before you jump in: use our 8-step checklist to avoid pitfalls, focus your efforts better, save resources and get tangible value out of IIoT a lot sooner.

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Industrial data collection: get off on the right foot

Ready to get started with industrial data collection? Download the white paper and learn how to…

  • Bring together a dream team for your project
  • Set the right priorities and stick with them
  • Get management buy-in and employee traction
  • Select the right technology and IT systems
  • Take an agile approach to your IIoT project
  • Choose between on-premise and cloud storage
  • Pick the right IIoT integrator for your project

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Whitepaper Contents

8 crucial steps to take before you begin collecting industrial data

1. Assess your equipment & IT systems

How to evaluate your current technical infrastructure, equipment and IT systems

2. Map out pain points, challenges & objectives

How to figure out where you are today, where you are going, and identify the gap.

3. Set out a quick-win Proof of Concept

How to prove the business value of your IIoT data collection project on a small scale.

4. Put together a dream team for your IIoT project

How to find the right members for your data collection dream team.

5. Select the right tools & software technology

Why you should resist the lure of problem-specific software.

6. Decide on cloud or on-premise storage

How to solve the (security) dilemma: cloud storage or on-premise?

7. Involve your machine suppliers early-on

How to get your machine vendors on board for the ride as soon as possible

8. Choose the right IIoT integrator

How to spot if a software vendor is the right match for your business.

Bonus: industrial data collection checklist

A cheat sheet with 24 questions to ask yourself before implementing IIoT

Meet the #1 open IIoT platform

Factry Historian is an open IIoT platform designed to collect, store and visualise industrial process data. Data from sensors, devices and IT systems are gathered on one platform, offering a single source of the truth and the same user-friendly interface for any employee working with production data.

  • No vendor lock-in
  • Unlimited amount of data, users & collectors
  • Web-based interface
  • User-friendly dashboards

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