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Control system integrators design and implement sophisticated control systems for manufacturing, process and other industrial facilities. Using their knowledge of engineering, information technology and business, system integrators integrate plant equipment to automate manufacturing and processes from the plant floor to the enterprise level. Automation helps manufacturers and processors reduce cost, increase production, use less energy and lower environmental impact.

The CSIA Industrial Automation Exchange is a directory of system integrators and industry suppliers. Using the sophisticated search function, you can sort by industries, specialties, products, certifications and more. Be sure to look for the CSIA logo and/or the CSIA Certified logo when looking for a system integrator — the mark of a quality integrator! 

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There are many benefits to working with a system integrator. Here are just a few. You can:

  • Save on personnel costs. 
  • Improve the quality and reliability of your integration project. 
  • Ensure accountability for time and resources.
  • Implement current industry standards in safety, environmental and modern technology. 
  • Import the innovation and experience SIs have from working across industries. 
  • Deploy the right skill set for project management and execution. 
  • Reduce project risks. 
  • Capture proper documentation for future reference. 
  • Employ the best hardware and software for an application. 
  • Gain expert technical staff on demand.
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