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SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition)
SCADA is a system used in manufacturing and industrial environments. These systems both maintain control over devices and equipment and record business-critical data. SCADA usually combines software and hardware elements. Hardware may include sensors, pumps, motors, or any moving parts of factory equipment. It could also include thermometers and moisture meters. Software is usually connectivity-driven or data analytical.
What Small and Midsize Businesses Need to Know About SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition)
Even small businesses involved in manufacturing will have some sort of SCADA system. Modern SCADA systems allow industrial functions to be monitored remotely via the internet of things (IoT). This helps small businesses function as efficiently as their larger competitors.