Many plants rely on PI Asset Framework for structure and KPIs, but its tight coupling to the PI ecosystem limits scale and drives decisions through tag-based licensing. A Timebase Historian plus InfoHub architecture keeps the strengths of AF while removing those constraints. Learn how affordable and performant this solution can be.

The Time-in-State Metric (TISM) provides a structured approach to evaluating process stability and performance by measuring the duration a system remains in an operational state. By implementing TISM with Flow Software, organizations gain structured, high-confidence insights into process efficiency, variability, and improvement opportunities.

The need for robust Industrial Data Management (IDM) solutions has never been greater. Whether integrating operational technology (OT) with enterprise IT systems, generating the KPIs that drive the business, or supporting advanced analytics, manufacturers require a platform that is flexible, scalable, and delivers ROI in days not years.

Manufacturing leaders and plant managers often rely on metrics like OEE and APQ to gauge operational efficiency and identify areas for improvement. While these metrics are powerful, their effectiveness depends heavily on how they are applied. Incorrect calculation or over-reliance on OEE as a standalone KPI can lead to misleading insights.

Colocation data center providers face unique challenges in managing complex operations while meeting stringent reporting requirements for their customers. Providing accurate, timely, and standardized reports across multiple areas or sites is not only critical for customer satisfaction but also essential for compliance and operational efficiency.

The Unified Namespace (UNS) enables real-time data flow and simplicity, but lacks historical data access and transformation capabilities. The Unified Analytics Framework (UAF) complements UNS, providing a platform for governed data transformation, historical insights, and seamless integration with real-time architectures.

Flow Software replaces the functionality of AVEVA PI Asset Framework while reducing costs, unlocking historian flexibility, and empowering OT teams to build analytics without specialized expertise—enabling businesses to focus on solving real problems, not managing infrastructure.

Scalable information management in manufacturing requires a foundational approach to integration, robust data governance, and adoption of flexible, platform-agnostic architectures - these key points will ensure your strategy is successful.

Flow is excited to announce a new partnership with Gallarus Industry Solutions, a premier provider of Industry 4.0 solutions. This partnership aims to leverage Gallarus’s expertise in digital transformation and the Unified Namespace ecosystem and enhance Industry 4.0 adoption globally.

Flow has officially been selected by the RFK Racing Team to power their analytics for NASCAR legend Brad Keselowski in the #6 car as well as their #17 car, driven by Chris Buescher, for the 2024 NASCAR Cup Series season.

Flow Software partners with Streamline Control to enhance industrial analytics and operational efficiency through advanced technology integration.

Flow Software has become an official Dell Edge Certified Partner ensuring that Flow's solution is fully compatible and optimized to run on Dell infrastructure.

Flow Software is excited to partner with Ectobox to revolutionize Industry 4.0 readiness for manufacturers, leveraging their combined strengths in Unified Namespace and Unified Analytics Framework to create a Manufacturing Data Hub

Flow has partnered with Australian-based Parasyn, to jointly deliver analytics solutions that will democratize OT systems and increase asset performance.

With so many possibilities available, sometimes it can be difficult to identify where you can start using Flow. Here are some suggested Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) that provide clear insights and can drive real value.

This collaboration aims to bolster 4IR’s platform-as-a-service offerings of FactoryStack and PharmaStack by integrating Flow’s analytics engine and data modeling software as well as provide immediate managed services of Flow for Cloud deployments.

At the forefront of advancing analytics and data readiness in the life sciences sector, Skellig Automation and Flow Software have aligned in a strategic partnership. This collaboration sets a fresh benchmark for actionable KPIs and insights in the industry.

Flow Software, a company that transforms the data accumulated within organizations into valuable, usable knowledge and intelligence, has joined as the newest member of CESMII, the Smart Manufacturing Institute.

Flow Software, a company specializing in transforming manufacturing data into actionable KPIs and insights, has partnered with Industrial Insight to jointly deliver analytics solutions that will increase plant optimization and sustainability.

Enhancing decision-making and operational efficiency through Short Interval Control is pivotal for modern manufacturing, and Flow Software emerges as the linchpin, seamlessly integrating data sources and standardizing KPIs across hierarchies to realize this potential.

Most medium to large scale manufacturers are in crisis--you may be among them--they cannot scale their analytics efforts to embrace today’s technologies, let alone tomorrow’s. To compete in the new manufacturing landscape, you must unleash the full potential of your data.

Explore how the strategic use of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) in manufacturing can revolutionize your operational efficiency, streamline workflows, and harmonize the relationship between your workforce and machinery, leading to unprecedented improvements in your business.

With a deep understanding of data analytics and data readiness, Flow Software and Nor-Cal's EMS offering can help renewable energy customers unlock the full potential of their data. By providing a unified view of their data and enabling advanced analytics, customers can optimize energy production, reduce costs, and improve overall performance.

The use of big data analytics has enabled the food and beverage industry to gain insights into their manufacturing processes that can help them identify inefficiencies and areas for improvement, reduce downtime, and improve product quality. One powerful tool that can help in this endeavor is the Unified Analytics Framework (UAF).

Data analytics, the process of transforming data into actionable information, is a core need for a successful digital transformation strategy but continues to be addressed from an Industry 3.0 perspective. Identifying and addressing these three blind spots is critical for scalable, and ultimately, successful data analytics.

On the surface, you might categorize Flow as just a reporting tool, but to do so would really miss out on all of the value Flow is designed to add to your organization. Let's explore why Flow is not just another reporting tool.

Flow Software proudly joins the Eclipse Foundation and incorporates MQTT Sparkplug B into it's product offerings, as both a subscribing and publishing client.

Data has become a commodity. However, there is still a great deal of untapped potential in data sources sitting around in many facilities. Learn why water utilities choose Flow.

More data, more analysis, more information to manage. How do you improve data readiness without increasing manpower? Let's examine the common challenges experienced with information management and decision support systems in the manufacturing space today.