Stop Second-Guessing Your Control System Decisions
The Problem
Choosing between PLCs, DCS, and SCADA isn’t simple anymore. Modern factors like edge computing, AI integration, and cybersecurity have completely changed the decision landscape. The old “discrete = PLC, continuous = DCS” rule doesn’t work in 2025.
The Solution
This systematic 20-page worksheet gives you a proven framework to evaluate your specific requirements and make confident decisions.
What’s Included:
✅ 5-Category Decision Framework – Systematic evaluation process
✅ Modern 2025 Factors – Edge computing, AI, cybersecurity considerations
✅ Scoring System – Objective 1-5 ratings with specific guidance
✅ Real-World Example – Complete worked evaluation of actual project
✅ Professional Templates – Project forms, vendor criteria, risk assessment
Why You Need This
Save weeks of debate with systematic evaluation
Make decisions based on data, not vendor preferences
Account for modern factors most engineers overlook
Future-proof your choices with 5-year planning considerations
Get specific guidance based on your unique requirements
Perfect For:
Control systems engineers, project managers, maintenance staff, and anyone making industrial automation technology decisions.
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PDF format, print-friendly, lifetime access. Based on 35 years of field experience.
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This worksheet provides general guidance for educational purposes. Always consult qualified engineers for specific applications.
