Insider Tips on Buying a SCADA System

Analyzing Needs

Now let's consider the next stage, needs analysis. Why do you want to replace your SCADA system?

The absolute worst answer is "because it's time." Maybe your system's components have reached end-of-life and are hard to repair, but they still work. Maybe they no longer represent cutting-edge technology. Maybe you're tired of your competition whipping out photos of their shiny new SCADA system while you are embarrassed to show worn-out photos of your ancient, toothless SCADA system.

These are not usually compelling reasons to upgrade.

In fact, the only good reason to upgrade is because it achieves one or more tangible business goals. The exact goals will vary from company to company. What's important is that those goals be identified and quantified, and that they become the most significant criteria in selecting a replacement SCADA system.

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