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  • Blueprint for Protecting Critical Infrastructure Applications and Maximizing Uptime in Industrial Control Environments

    Industrial organizations are faced with challenges trying to protect their OT networks with cybersecurity applications designed for the IT side of the business. As a control system integrator, you are used to addressing the needs of the plant floor while working within the overall paradigm driven by corporate IT. Cybersecurity protection is an area where

  • OPA Implementation: A System Integrator’s Perspective

    Texas A&M University has embraced an Open Process Automation (OPA)-based control system as an innovative alternative to traditional closed systems for their development of microreactors and small modular reactors. Why did they use OPA? Find out in this 60-minute presentation. Along the way you will also gain valuable insights into the transformative potential of OPA

  • Connect Rockwell PLCs to SQL Databases with a Logix In-chassis Module

    In the past, there was one way to connect PLCs to plant databases and enterprise servers to leverage cloud and business systems for metrics monitoring, analytics, high-speed sorting, and recipe downloads. That connectivity was a custom-coded and IT solution including a PC, custom software coding, and protocol translation. The problem: Custom connectivity is fragile, it’s

  • Hacked! How to Secure Industrial Systems Before It’s Too Late

    Cybercriminals are exploiting weaknesses in ICS, targeting power grids, water treatment plants, and manufacturing facilities. For system integrators, this escalating trend presents risks but also opportunities to educate end users on how to protect their system. Attend this session and, in just 45 minutes, you will: Hear highlights about real-world attacks from 2024. Learn the

  • Cyber Insurance in 2025: What Every Systems Integrator Needs to Know

    Onlline (Zoom)

    Cyber incidents are no longer a "big business" problem. From ransomware to third-party data breaches, small to mid-sized companies are increasingly being targeted, and the claims are growing. During this information-packed presentation, you’ll: Get a first-hand look at recent cyber insurance claims, Explore the true cost of a breach, and Hear how AI is reshaping

  • The One Big Beautiful Bill & R&D Tax Credits: What You Need to Know Now

    Sweeping tax reform is on the table — and it could reshape how your business plans, invests, and innovates. That’s why this session with CSIA’s affinity partner, WIPFLI, is a must attend. In this session, you’ll: Explore the latest developments in the One Big Beautiful Bill and what they mean for R&D tax credits. Dive into

  • Optimizing Production With AI and Machine Learning

    Problem: Manufacturers often have data but struggle to translate that data into higher OEE and throughput. Initiatives can stall when data is limited, models are opaque, and it’s difficult to quantify improvement potential. Solution: A playbook for system integrators that uses OEE/utilization data to pinpoint constraints, quantify lift, and generate new service offerings. Learn a

  • Empowering System Integrators: How AVEVA and Schneider Electric Drive Innovation with Hardware-Agnostic Software and Cutting-Edge Industrial Technologies

    Plan to attend this insightful panel discussion exploring how Schneider Electric and AVEVA — two ‎industry-leading companies within the same corporate family yet operating ‎independently — are revolutionizing support for system integrators through hardware-‎agnostic software technologies. Discover how their complementary, ‎yet distinct approaches create unprecedented value for the industrial automation ‎ecosystem.‎ Key Discussion Topics‎ ‎1.

  • The Power of Professional Employer Organizations (PEOs)

    As a system integrator, you face distinctive workforce challenges — from attracting specialized technical talent and managing project-based staffing to ensuring compliance across multi-state client sites. One solution is a professional employer organization (PEO). PEOs can help you scale your operations while managing the complexities of a highly skilled, mobile workforce. In this session, you’ll

  • Succession Planning in a Digital Era: Preparing Your Business for What’s Next

    Ownership transition is one of the most critical decisions you’ll make — and technology is changing the game. In this session, explore how modern tools, including AI, can help you: Identify leadership gaps, Streamline operations, and Build a succession plan that protects your legacy. If you are interested in learning about practical steps to future-proof

  • Benchmark Like a Pro: CSIA Tools to Drive Growth, Talent, and Operational Excellence

    Ready to turn data into decisions and industry insights into breakthroughs? If so, then this comprehensive info session about the CSIA benchmarking toolkit — Pulse, EZ Stats, and the annual Salary and Benefits report — is for you. During this discussion led by CSIA CEO Adrienne Meyer, you’ll hear why these industry specific instruments are your gateway