Open DCS

Open DCS is an attempt to define a hardware platform that is open and meets the needs of end users. Chiefly these needs are security, easy to maintain, easy to upgrade and interoperable. It is a great idea and if it can be realised will have a significant impact on the industry.

Articles

ControlGlobal.com article on Exxon's partnership in 2016

A short piece from ControlGlobal about Exxon's steps into this field. An interesting article because I sense the "force" behind Exxon's attempt and get the impression they are fed up with the direction that DCS platforms are going and I believe they will put in the effort needed to achieve success.

See article.