The OT Operating System: Ignition’s Central Role in Chobani’s Past & Future

Chobani will walk through its journey with Ignition, from early pilot projects and localized SCADA implementations to Ignition’s current role as the “operating system” of its OT layer across multiple sites. You’ll see how Chobani has used the platform to standardize system architecture, enable site-to-enterprise data visibility, and align IT/OT strategies without compromising flexibility or speed.

Scaling Smart: Architecting for Industrial Growth

Sila's transition from R&D-scale experiments to a full battery material production facility required more than just more equipment — it demanded a shift in how systems were architected. Learn how Sila (working with DMC) deployed Ignition using a Unified Namespace design, UDT-driven standardization, and MQTT messaging via HiveMQ to create a consistent, scalable control layer. This structure not only streamlines deployment across the plant but also feeds contextualized process data to Snowflake for deeper insight and future optimization.

Making Music: Ignition in Manufacturing at Taylor Guitars

Taylor Guitars, a leading manufacturer of acoustic guitars and other musical equipment, first adopted Ignition for more cohesive HVAC monitoring. Soon after, new projects such as guitar neck quality control, legacy CNC monitoring, and UV print control have all been implemented through Ignition. Learn how Ignition helped a small engineering team at Taylor Guitars say “yes” to most production requests in manufacturing.

Designing Future-Proof Manufacturing Architectures with MQTT

This session explores how to design future-proof manufacturing system architectures using MQTT Sparkplug B, Ignition Edge, and centralized Ignition servers. Attendees will learn how this modern approach enables scalable, resilient, and easily maintainable systems while dramatically reducing commissioning time. We’ll discuss best practices for network topology design using both UNS and CDM architectures, the trade-offs between single and distributed MQTT broker architectures, and strategies for efficient device onboarding. The presentation will provide actionable insights for engineers and architects aiming to modernize their manufacturing infrastructure without compromising reliability or long-term flexibility.

Delivering Value Through Digital Transformation

Developing software moves your organization nowhere — it's a black hole of cost until it is adopted by users. Driving complex Industry 4.0 initiatives through the traditional "Define, Design, Deliver" process has left a wake of delayed go-lives, subpar results, or worse — unused systems. Using proven software delivery practices, Vertech is turning the model on its head by delivering immediate functionality within weeks of project kickoff and leveraging real user feedback on additional features. See Vertech’s approach and how it enables you to catch the "white whale" of Digital Transformation: value for the organization.

Achieving Scale With Ignition and Modern DevOps Practices

Get a front-row seat to a real-world project scaling Ignition with DevOps tools like Kubernetes, Helm, Argo CD, and Git-Sync. In this session you’ll get an overview of these tools, examples of automated and GitOps-driven deployments, and practical tips for boosting performance, reliability, and operations in a large-scale, complex, critical systems environment.

10 Years Later: MQTT Foundations That Still Matter

This year marks Cirrus Link’s 10th anniversary of presenting at ICC. In that time, it has consistently championed core architectural principles that are now central to modern industrial systems: decoupling devices from applications, providing a single source of truth, and enabling plug-and-play OT integration. These ideas weren’t trends — they were foundational. Join Arlen Nipper and Nathan Davenport as they reflect on a decade of progress, demonstrate how these principles are more relevant than ever, and showcase what’s new in Ignition 8.3, including tools that further simplify and strengthen MQTT-based architectures.

Ignition Maker Edition Electronics Inventory and Storage System

Most DIY electronics hobbyists have large collections of development boards, sensors, antennas, and assorted components. Attend this session to learn about an Ignition Maker Edition inventory system that allows you to add new purchases with important information, datasheets, and details of where the item is stored. A dashboard displays at-a-glance inventory information, and you can quickly search the system for specific parts from project BOMs to stop accidentally repurchasing parts you already have! This Maker Edition project could also work well for makerspaces, so members can locate and document parts and projects (a constant challenge). The next iteration of the project will include a simple pick-to-light system for greater convenience.

Beyond Installation: Production Ignition Operations

Many Ignition implementations stop at "it works," but running production systems requires comprehensive operational practices. Discover how to make your Ignition deployments easier to maintain and more secure with modern practices including observability, DevOps, disaster recovery, configuration management, and deployment automation. Learn proven strategies for monitoring, maintaining, and scaling Ignition systems that enterprises depend on. This session reveals the technical and operational frameworks that separate hobby projects from mission-critical industrial systems.

Secure, Scalable Edge Orchestration Using Ignition

In today’s cybersecurity landscape, SCADA systems deployed with edge devices are increasingly restricted, limiting direct access to individual nodes. Administrative and security frameworks introduce multiple layers across environments, often complicating centralized management and control of enterprise-wide operations. Join TIGA in this session to explore how it harnessed Ignition to overcome these barriers.