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Architecture recommendations

In the age of Industry 4.0 and the associated exponential increase in data volumes, the scalability of IT systems is one of the biggest challenges. The OPC Router is the central platform for enabling and optimizing communication between different industrial systems. This chapter of the manual is dedicated to the architecture recommendations for using the OPC Router to operate both small and large and complex systems efficiently and reliably.

Objective and scope​

This chapter aims to provide clear and structured guidance on how to implement and scale the OPC Router in different sized organizations. It is intended to help both IT administrators and business decision makers to make informed decisions about the architecture of their systems.

Relevance for different company sizes​

  • Small businesses: For small businesses, it is crucial to implement cost-effective yet powerful solutions that can grow with the company. The OPC Router offers a flexible platform that is easy to use and expand.
  • Medium-sized companies: These companies often face the challenge of making their systems scalable and future-proof in order to be able to respond to growing data volumes and more complex production processes. The OPC Router enables seamless integration and scaling.
  • Large companies and corporations: In large companies, the reliability and high availability of systems is of the utmost importance. The OPC Router offers robust solutions for load distribution, redundancy and performance optimization.

With these architecture recommendations, we want to help you find and implement the best possible solution for your specific requirements. Whether you are just starting with small use cases or already operating complex enterprise solutions, this guide offers valuable insights and practical advice for companies of all sizes.