IT Infrastructure & Computing Solutions for the Manufacturing Industry
Highly available, easy-to-manage IT infrastructure in the data center and on the manufacturing factory floor
The rise of Industry 4.0 drives unique demands. Building smart factories means being smart about what technologies to deploy in the cloud, the data center, and on the manufacturing floor (at the edge). Any downtime, especially unplanned, can become extremely costly.
Running a highly available and secure IT infrastructure is an absolute must - but this can be a complex endeavor, especially when there is little to no IT knowledge. Therefore, edge computing systems need to be easy to implement, update and maintain, and all at a low TCO.
Benefits of Scale Computing Platform
“We have standardized on Scale Computing at our remote sites because those clusters are easy to manage and deploy. We have reduced our spend and saved a great deal of time not have to train staff on legacy virtualization, as well as not having to spend time managing multiple vendors.”
Director of Infrastructure & Operations at Benchmark Electronics, Inc.
Benchmark standardizes worldwide manufacturing facilities with Scale Computing
IT leadership saw the opportunity to create a more strategic and cost effective IT infrastructure as they went about making up their technology debt at their global manufacturing facilities.
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Shane Rogers of Harrison Steel Castings describes how Scale Computing’s solution helps them achieve these results.
Made for the IT Infrastructure Demands of Manufacturing
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is hyperconverged infrastructure (HCI), and how does it benefit manufacturing operations?
Hyperconverged infrastructure (HCI) integrates compute, storage, networking, and virtualization into a single system. For manufacturers, this means simplified IT management, reduced downtime, and improved efficiency. SC//Platform provides a self-healing, automated infrastructure that can be deployed at manufacturing facilities with minimal IT oversight. It ensures high availability for mission-critical applications, supports real-time data processing, and scales easily as production demands change.
Can Scale Computing's solutions integrate with existing manufacturing systems and equipment?
Yes. SC//Platform is designed to integrate with existing manufacturing systems, including legacy equipment and industrial control systems. It supports virtualized workloads, allowing manufacturers to run applications such as SCADA, MES, and ERP on a highly available and resilient infrastructure. SC//Platform is compatible with various industry-standard protocols and applications, ensuring seamless integration without requiring significant changes to existing operations.
How much does it cost for manufacturers to redo or change IT infrastructure?
The cost of IT infrastructure changes varies depending on factors like deployment size, hardware requirements, and existing infrastructure. However, traditional IT environments often involve high capital expenses (CapEx) for new hardware, as well as ongoing operational expenses (OpEx) such as licensing fees and management costs. SC//Platform lowers total cost of ownership (TCO) by approximately 70% by eliminating the need for separate virtualization licensing, reducing deployment and maintenance complexity, and enabling cost-effective scaling.
How do you future-proof your manufacturing IT infrastructure?
Future-proofing IT infrastructure involves adopting scalable, resilient, and easily managed solutions. SC//Platform provides a hyperconverged, edge-ready architecture with built-in automation, high availability, and simplified management. This eliminates downtime risks, reduces reliance on specialized IT staff, and ensures infrastructure can scale with business growth. SC//Platform’s support for virtualization and containerized applications allows manufacturers to adopt new technologies without major infrastructure overhauls.
Is Scale Computing's platform suitable for both small and large manufacturing facilities?
Yes. SC//Platform is designed to be flexible and scalable, making it suitable for both small manufacturing plants and large-scale industrial operations. It offers a right-sized infrastructure that can run on small form-factor edge devices or scale up to high-performance data center solutions. Its centralized management capabilities allow IT teams to efficiently monitor and maintain multiple locations, ensuring consistent performance across different manufacturing sites.
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