Bringing legacy equipment into modern IoT systems is a challenge many OEMs and system integrators face. Modbus remains a dominant protocol, but it wasn’t designed for cloud connectivity or modern automation platforms. In this webinar, we’ll explore how to architect scalable, secure IoT solutions that include Modbus-based devices — without costly rip-and-replace upgrades.
Overview
As IoT adoption accelerates, one challenge continues to stand out: how to integrate legacy Modbus devices into modern, connected architectures. Modbus remains a trusted and widely deployed protocol, yet it wasn’t built for cloud connectivity, advanced data analytics, or secure remote access. For OEMs and system integrators, finding ways to extend the life and value of these devices is critical for enabling scalable digital transformation.
In this webinar, we’ll explore architectural strategies that bridge the gap between Modbus-based assets and modern IoT platforms. You’ll learn how to incorporate legacy devices into edge-to-cloud systems, use common integration patterns to streamline connectivity, and apply best practices for designing secure, scalable deployments. We’ll also examine real-world use cases that show how both OEMs and system integrators can reduce complexity, shorten project timelines, and deliver lasting value to end users.
Whether you’re building connected products or delivering system-wide integration projects, this session will provide practical insights to help you modernize your approach and accelerate IoT success.
Key Takeaways
- Learn how to integrate Modbus devices into modern IIoT systems using MQTT and OPC UA.
- Explore scalable architecture patterns for edge-to-cloud connectivity.
- See how the Modbus IoT Gateway reduces development time and integration complexity.
- Discover how OEMs can add IIoT capabilities to existing equipment without redesign.
- Get best practices for secure, future-ready industrial deployments.
Speaker
With a background in product management and a B.S. in Marketing and Supply Chain Management from the University of Maryland, Cignetti brings expertise in bridging legacy systems with modern IoT platforms — helping system integrators and OEMs deliver smarter, connected solutions.