Open Process Automation: How and Where to Start

White Paper Overview

Unlock the Future of Industrial Automation with OPA Industrial process automation is undergoing a transformation. As manufacturers move away from proprietary, closed systems, the demand for open, flexible, and vendor-neutral automation has never been greater. Through this resource, explore how modern enterprises can begin their journey toward Open Process Automation (OPA) using the O-PAS™ Standard, a game-changing framework for building interoperable, future-proof control systems.

In This White Paper, You’ll Learn:
• Why the shift away from proprietary architectures is essential for long-term scalability and security
• How OPA helps avoid vendor lock-in and improves multi-vendor system interoperability
• What business drivers are fueling the need for flexible, modular automation
• Steps to begin your OPA journey, even if you're working with legacy systems
• Why Open Process Automation Matters Legacy industrial systems are rigid, costly to upgrade, and often expose manufacturers to unnecessary risks.

Open Process Automation (OPA), based on the O-PAS™ Standard, allows organizations to:
• Break free from vendor lock-in
• Reduce total cost of ownership
• Enhance system lifecycle flexibility Improve cybersecurity and compliance
• Enable real-time data integration across systems

Whether you’re just beginning your OPA journey or evaluating how to modernize legacy systems, this white paper provides a clear roadmap. Start building your path to interoperable, secure, and future-ready automation today.