Industrial DevOps: The Key to Unlocking Manufacturing and Distribution Excellence
In the fast-paced world of manufacturing and distribution, staying ahead of the curve is crucial. Industrial DevOps, the fusion of Lean, Agile, and DevOps principles, has emerged as a game-changer, revolutionizing how businesses plan, develop, manufacture, deploy, and service complex cyber-physical systems.
As Dr. Suzette Johnson and Robin Yeman, authors of the seminal book on Industrial DevOps, put it, "speed, flexibility, and adaptability are an imperative across the value stream." By integrating Agile and DevOps practices in software development with Lean and Agile in manufacturing, Industrial DevOps creates a powerful framework for optimizing the entire lifecycle of industrial systems.
This approach bridges the gap between Information Technology (IT) and Operational Technology (OT), fostering collaboration, automation, and continuous improvement across departments. The result? Faster production cycles, higher quality products, reduced operational costs, and a significant competitive advantage.
Figure 1: Copia DeviceLink Graphs, main screen showing visualization features
DeviceLink Graphs: Your Window into Operational Excellence
At Copia, we understand the importance of Industrial DevOps in driving manufacturing and distribution success. That's why we're constantly evolving our DeviceLink platform to provide you with the best possible tools to implement and optimize your Industrial DevOps strategy.
Our latest innovation, DeviceLink Graphs, is a testament to our commitment to continuous improvement. This powerful feature provides a visual history of job runs across all your sites, giving you unprecedented insights into your operational performance.
Figure 2: Copia DeviceLink Graphs, details screen with status of last 5 backups
With DeviceLink Graphs, you can:
- Spot Trends: Quickly identify patterns in failed or timed-out job runs, helping you proactively address issues.
- Monitor Code Changes: Observe which projects have undergone code modifications and get a complete picture of how quickly your organization's operational code is changing.
- Diagnose Errors: Easily navigate to the details view of failed jobs for efficient troubleshooting.
- Customize Your View: Filter by date range, job status, and more to tailor the graphs to your specific needs.
Figure 3: Copia DeviceLink Graphs, list view showing latest backup results
By providing a clear, intuitive visualization of your backup job history, DeviceLink Graphs empowers you to make data-driven decisions, optimize your processes, and ultimately achieve greater efficiency, reliability, and profitability.
Embrace the Power of Industrial DevOps with DeviceLink
DeviceLink Graphs are just one example of how Copia is empowering businesses to embrace the full potential of Industrial DevOps. By leveraging our comprehensive platform, you can streamline your operations, enhance collaboration, and drive continuous improvement across your entire organization.
Are you ready to take your manufacturing and distribution processes to the next level? Explore the power of DeviceLink and discover how our innovative Industrial DevOps Platform can help you achieve your business goals.