Overview
Digital integration turns automation into an operational system: consistent IDs, predictable state transitions, and a reliable data path from machines to business systems. Motionwell designs integration patterns across PLC, SCADA, MES, and ERP layers with a focus on traceability, maintainability, and controlled change.
Digital Integration Capabilities
| Capability area | Typical scope | Practical outcome |
|---|
| PLC to enterprise integration | PLC ↔ MES ↔ ERP synchronization (project-dependent) | Stable data handoffs and fewer manual reconciliations |
| Traceability data model | IDs, timestamps, and state transitions | Audit-friendly production history and faster troubleshooting |
| Recipe and parameter governance | Versioned recipes and controlled updates | Reduces drift and prevents wrong-parameter runs |
| Analytics and reliability | KPI dashboards, alerts, trends (project-dependent) | Visibility into throughput and quality drivers |
| Edge computing | Local processing and buffering (project-dependent) | Reduced latency and resilience when networks are constrained |
Project References (Examples)
| Project reference | Digital focus | Delivered implementation (high-level) |
|---|
| Project P23078 (QA Lab Automation) | Traceable result handling | PLC-native orchestration with result auto-naming and server upload patterns |
| Project 0023 (Pharmacy Automation) | Operator reporting and verification data | HMI reporting plus inspection/coding verification outputs supporting compliance workflows |
Engineering Notes (What We Define Before Coding)
| Topic | Why it matters |
|---|
| Data ownership | Prevents “two sources of truth” between PLC and IT systems |
| Error and retry rules | Avoids duplicate records and silent data loss |
| Audit requirements | Determines retention, access control, and what evidence must be stored |
| Cybersecurity baseline | Aligns remote access, credentials, and patch practices with your policies |
Frequently Asked Questions
| Question | Answer |
|---|
| Do you support OPC-UA and industrial Ethernet protocols? | Yes. The specific interface depends on the equipment and the target system. We usually start with a clear data contract (IDs, states, timestamps), then choose the transport protocol. |
| Can you integrate legacy machines? | Often yes. Retrofit approaches typically add sensors, gateways, or controlled file exports to create a stable data path without rewriting the machine’s core logic. |
| How do you approach cybersecurity for factory systems? | We align with your IT policies and focus on access control, network segmentation, and controlled remote support practices. The exact standard and implementation depend on your environment. |
To discuss digital integration, contact us at /contact/ with your system list (PLC, SCADA, MES/ERP) and traceability goals.
See digital integration in action: QA Lab Automation | Medical Automation
