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SUMMARY:An Overview of Open Process Automation and Industry Adoption Update
DESCRIPTION:Abstract: \nOpen\, interoperable control isn’t a future vision anymore – it’s here\, and it’s reshaping global standards. \nOver the past decade\, The Open Group Open Process Automation Forum (OPAF) has turned a bold idea—breaking vendor lock‑in in process control—into the O‑PAS standard\, a “standard of standards” that aligns existing technologies into a truly modular\, multi‑vendor architecture. O‑PAS gives owner‑operators a way to decouple hardware from software\, adopt IT‑aligned architectures\, and modernize brownfield assets without another generation of closed DCS lock‑in.  O‑PAS is no longer just a document—it’s a growing set of real plants\, real projects\, and real teams proving that open\, interoperable control systems can be safer\, more flexible\, and more economical than the legacy status quo. \nThis presentation will provide an overview and update on the current state of adoption. \nLocation: \n ONLINE ONLY – Zoom Web Meeting \nPresenters:  \n \nDon Bartusiak\, PHD  \nPresident – Collaborative Systems Integration \nDon’s Bio:  \nDon brings 35+ years of experience in the Process Control industry to his current role as President of CSI. Prior to founding CSI\, Don was the Chief Engineer of Process Control at ExxonMobil. From 2016 to 2023\, he served as elected Co-Chair of The Open Process Automation Forum. \nDon is a global authority in the field and has implemented ground-breaking innovation\, notably real-time AI predictive control solutions. \n \nTrevor Cusworth  \nVP of Sales & Marketing – Collaborative Systems Integration \nTrevor’s Bio:  \nTrevor brings over four decades of experience in automation and software across diverse industries. His journey encompasses strategic roles at Schneider Electric\, Invensys\, and Deloitte Consulting\, where I’ve led initiatives to enhance business performance and operational efficiency.  A significant part of his career has been dedicated to the advancement of Open Process Automation (OPA). Serving as a past co-chair of the Open Process Automation Forum (OPAF)\, Trevor has been instrumental in developing and promoting standards that foster interoperability and innovation in process control systems. \n  \nRegistration Fee: $0.00 \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. \nYou may join the meeting starting at approximately 11:00 am for socializing and announcements. \nThe presentation will begin at 11:30 am. \n  \nRegister Now! \n 
URL:https://www.houstonisa.org/event/an-overview-of-open-process-automation-and-industry-adoption-update/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jane Buchanan":MAILTO:Jane.Buchanan@burrowglobal.com
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