Create a canonical OT interface
Mixed-vendor OT stacks thrive on a stable abstraction layer. Build a canonical interface with strict contract tests to prevent bespoke integrations from creeping back. Every exception is future drag.
Close observability gaps
Different protocols expose different signals. Map what each hides and deploy edge collectors to fill the gaps. Blind spots in control systems are operational and safety risks—instrumentation is your insurance policy.
Retire drag with data
Quantify integration drag in hours, defects, and downtime. Use those numbers to prioritize retiring or containing legacy protocols. Decisions backed by drag metrics are easier to fund and defend.
sys3(a)i POV: We approach critical systems work by stress-testing architectures, integrating observability and governance from day one, and designing sovereign or edge footprints where independence and continuity matter most.