Different technology stacks are used for machine connectivity interfaces across the industry, ranging from self-developed REST APIs to data models like MTConnect. 3YOURMIND uses the OPCUA/umati standard to harmonize this data. Despite our efforts, the support for our desired Use Cases varies based on the technologies (and their implementations). Find out more below:
Use case coverage: Some technologies/interfaces support more of our Use Cases than others. Most vary due to their lack of standardization.
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