IT/OT convergence connects plant-floor operational data with enterprise IT systems for faster, data-driven decisions without costly system overhauls. Leveraging existing assets, like historians, and adding visualization/analytics tools reduces risk, boosts ROI, and unifies siloed systems. Energy Transfer saved $10M annually by integrating 477 sites’ data into one platform, while W.R. Grace used intuitive dashboards to improve quality, reduce downtime, and see ROI in six months. Starting small, digitizing processes, and fostering a proactive digital mindset ensure scalable, efficient integration.

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