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Not necessarily. Malisko specializes in integrating manufacturing intelligence solutions with existing infrastructure — including legacy historians, PLCs, DCS systems, and ERP platforms. In many cases, the data you need is already being collected; the gap is in how it is structured, presented, and made available to the people who need it.

Project timelines vary based on scope, the number of data sources being integrated, and the complexity of the reporting requirements. A focused dashboard or reporting project for a single line or facility can often be completed in weeks. Enterprise-scale deployments across multiple sites are phased over several months. Malisko works with you during the front-end design phase to define scope and set realistic project timelines. The easiest way to start with smart manufacturing is to partner with a company that offers a full suite of automation and IoT services, such as Malisko.

Yes. Modern manufacturing intelligence platforms support web-based and mobile access, allowing managers and executives to view production KPIs, alerts, and reports from anywhere. Malisko designs solutions with your access requirements in mind, whether that means plant-floor displays, office dashboards, or remote mobile access.

A Distributed Control System (DCS) is designed for complex, continuous process applications — think chemical plants, pharmaceutical manufacturing, or large food and beverage facilities with many interdependent control loops. DCS platforms excel at managing hundreds or thousands of I/O points with tight integration between control, alarming, and historian functions. PLC-based systems (often combined with SCADA) are more common in discrete and hybrid manufacturing environments where the emphasis is on machine-level control and sequencing. Malisko has expertise in both architectures and can help you determine which approach best fits your process requirements.

Migration complexity depends on the size of your system, the criticality of the process, and the gap between your existing platform and the target architecture. Malisko uses a structured migration methodology that prioritizes production continuity — including parallel operation strategies, phased cutover plans, and thorough simulation and testing before any live changes. Many migrations can be executed during planned maintenance windows, minimizing impact on production schedules.

Yes. We regularly support clients in building the justification for automation projects, including ROI modeling, energy savings projections, downtime cost analysis, and compliance risk assessments. A front-end engineering design (FEED) engagement is often the right first step — it gives you the engineering detail needed to develop an accurate capital estimate and a clear picture of the expected return.