Businesses require access to operational data sets that partially overlap yet differ—whether due to use cases or functional department requirements. Each department needs data structures tailored to its unique requirements, ensuring accurate analysis, efficiency, and seamless integration with existing systems.

HMI and SCADA systems can play a crucial role in addressing these challenges by enabling data collection, contextualization, and secure integration within a unified namespace (UNS). By adhering to open standards such as ISA-95 / IEC 62264, organizations can effectively bridge operational technology (OT) and information technology (IT) systems, improving efficiency, visibility, and scalability.