As part of the world of Totally Integrated Automation, SIMATIC IT is based on rigorous standardization of interfaces, clear ISA-95-compliant structuring and hierarchization in its programming, and long-term compatibility with both Siemens components as well as third-party products.

That's why SIMATIC IT's modular architecture allows the multiple use of programming, user interfaces or reporting functions during one or more projects and across industries. And that's exactly where SIMATIC IT Cross-Industry Libraries (CILs) are highly effective. They consist of proven, easy-to-configure templates for different implementations, including unit objects, workflows for best-practice business processes and layouts for complete projects. Examples of SIMATIC IT CILs implementations include:

• Weighing and dispensing
• Genealogy
• SPC (statistical process control)
• ERP integration