IT / OT Architecture and Integration

Building the digital backbone for modern manufacturing

In today’s manufacturing environment, the gap between Information Technology (IT) and Operational Technology (OT) has become one of the most critical barriers to digital transformation. IT teams focus on data, networks, and security, while OT teams focus on production uptime, safety, and reliability. When these worlds are misaligned, the result is fragmented systems, duplicated efforts, cybersecurity risks, and stalled transformation projects.

Joltek specializes in bridging IT and OT. We design architectures and integration strategies that connect plant floor systems with enterprise technologies, ensuring data flows securely and reliably across the organization. Our goal is to provide manufacturers with a scalable foundation that not only supports today’s operations but also prepares them for advanced analytics, AI, and future digital initiatives.

Why IT/OT Integration Matters

• Disconnected systems lead to inefficiency: SCADA, MES, ERP, and historian platforms often operate in silos, making it difficult to access actionable insights.
• Security risks increase without alignment: Unpatched controllers or poorly segmented networks create vulnerabilities that IT teams cannot see.
• Data is collected but not usable: Without standardized integration, valuable plant floor data never reaches decision makers in a meaningful way.
• Transformation efforts stall: Without a robust IT/OT foundation, digital transformation projects fail to scale beyond pilots.

Our Approach

We combine hands-on automation expertise with strategic IT knowledge to deliver practical integration solutions. Our approach focuses on:

1. Current State Assessment

• Reviewing SCADA, MES, ERP, and historian systems
• Mapping data flows between plant floor and enterprise systems
• Identifying gaps, risks, and redundancies

2. Architecture Design

• Developing vendor-agnostic integration roadmaps
• Establishing a Unified Namespace (UNS) or other standardized data layer
• Designing secure, scalable IT/OT networks and data pipelines

3. Implementation Guidance

• Supporting vendor selection and solution deployment
• Aligning IT and OT teams on roles, responsibilities, and governance
• Defining KPIs for data availability, latency, and reliability

4. Future-Proofing

• Ensuring architectures can support advanced analytics, machine learning, and AI initiatives
• Building cybersecurity resilience through segmentation and monitoring
• Planning for obsolescence and long-term maintainability

What We Deliver

• A clear, independent assessment of your IT/OT environment
• A practical integration roadmap aligned with business goals
• Risk identification and mitigation strategies
• Guidance and training to ensure cross-team alignment
• A scalable architecture that unlocks data and supports future digital growth

Who We Support

• IT Leaders responsible for network, security, and enterprise integration
• OT Leaders managing SCADA, PLC, MES, and plant floor reliability
• Executives and Investors who need assurance that system architecture supports long-term strategy

Why Joltek

• Deep Technical Knowledge: We have hands-on experience with PLCs, HMIs, SCADA, MES, and ERP systems across multiple industries.
• Strategic Alignment: We ensure technology architectures align with business outcomes, not just technical requirements.
• Independent Perspective: As a vendor-agnostic consulting firm, we recommend solutions based solely on what works for your business.

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