Operational technology (OT) is hardware and software that detects or causes a change, through the direct monitoring and/or control of industrial equipment, assets, processes and events. The term has become established to demonstrate the technological and functional differences between traditional IT systems and Industrial Control Systems environment, the so-called "IT in the non-carpeted areas". Examples of operational technology include:
programmable logic controllers (PLCs)Supervisory control and data acquisition systems (SCADA)Distributed control systems (DCS)Computer Numerical Control (CNC) systems, including computerized machine toolsScientific equipment (e.g. digital oscilloscopes)Building Management and Building Automation Systems, (BMS)/(BAS)Lighting controls both for internal and external applicationsEnergy monitoring, security and safety systems for the built environmentTransportation systems for the built environment referenceEver curious about what that abbreviation stands for? fullforms has got them all listed out for you to explore. Simply,Choose a subject/topic and get started on a self-paced learning journey in a world of fullforms.
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