ABB’s PA-DIM® (Process Automation Device Information Model) bridges the gap between OT and IT in process industries by providing a standardized, protocol-independent language for instrumentation device data. Built on OPC UA, PA-DIM enables seamless communication across automation systems and devices, regardless of manufacturer or device type. This common information architecture supports digitalization efforts, maximizing the business value of instrumentation data as it flows between operational technology and higher-level IT systems, enhancing efficiency and decision-making in industrial plants.

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