As a response to the increasing competitive pressure, it is more important than ever today to make full use of all optimization opportunities - over the entire life cycle of a machine or plant starting with planning and engineering, continuing into operation and maintenance right through to expansion and modernization.

With Totally Integrated Automation, the requirements (added value) of efficient configuration, faster integration and commissioning, greater flexibility in production and higher availability and energy savings can be implemented efficiently. This is particularly the case where international markets need to be served and worldwide service concepts are demanded.

The basis for this are modern and innovative products from a comprehensive and balanced range of automation products. Clearly defined system characteristics ensure the optimum interplay of the products and provide the system advantages of Totally Integrated Automation.