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An 8-Step Framework for Sustainable Digital Transformation in Manufacturing The Challenge For years, manufacturers have been told that digital transformation begins with technology. Buy a new dashboard. Implement a new MES. Install a historian. Adopt AI. Yet despite billions of dollars invested across the industry, many organizations still struggle to answer some of the most fundamental operational questions. Why did we miss yesterday's production target? Where are we l

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Strengthening OT Cybersecurity Through Immersive Industrial Network Training

A Global 500 manufacturer identified a need to strengthen OT cybersecurity and industrial network architecture across its facilities. To address increasing cyber threats and modernize plant networks, the company partnered with GPA to upskill process control managers and OT professionals. GPA delivered a five-day immersive program on Industrial Network Architecture & OT Cybersecurity, equipping participants with practical skills to design secure, resilient networks. The progra

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GPA case study cover for end-to-end automation delivery at a greenfield waste processing facility, shown over an industrial smokestack background.

End-to-End Automation Delivery for a Greenfield Waste Processing Facility

GPA delivered an end-to-end automation foundation built for complex waste streams, regulatory confidence, and scalable operations.

GPA

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Blog post cover image featuring Bill Medcalf, GPA’s VP of Digital Transformation & Innovation, for an article on the 2030 manufacturing workforce gap, digital transformation, AI readiness, and the future of manufacturing operations.

Is Manufacturing Ready for the 2030 Workforce Gap?

Is the manufacturing workforce gap by 2030 real? Explore how knowledge loss, AI, skills, and technology shape the future of manufacturing.

GPA

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NEWS & BLOG

End-to-End Automation Delivery for a Greenfield Waste Processing Facility

GPA delivered an end-to-end automation foundation built for complex waste streams, regulatory confidence, and scalable operations.

GPA

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Is Manufacturing Ready for the 2030 Workforce Gap?

Is the manufacturing workforce gap by 2030 real? Explore how knowledge loss, AI, skills, and technology shape the future of manufacturing.

GPA

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Industrial pulp and paper facility interior featuring large-scale production equipment and overhead piping, overlaid with GPA branding and “Case Study” title, highlighting digital transformation and control system modernization expertise by GPA.

Driving Measurable Migration Success Through Long-Term Partnership

A phased migration approach helped a major facility modernize systems with less risk, delivering ahead of schedule through strong planning and partnership.

GPA

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Why IT/OT Convergence Is a Business Decision, Not a Technology Project

“IT/OT convergence has moved out of the server room and into the boardroom.”

GPA

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Standardized Control Solutions for Safer, Smarter Mining Operations

GPA standardized fan and pump controls to improve reliability, visibility, and deployment efficiency across mining sites.

GPA

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Tim Lee Promoted to Director of Automation at GPA

GPA has promoted Tim Lee to Director of Automation, where he will lead automation strategy across the South-Central region, bringing more than 36 years of industrial experience.

GPA

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Why Weather Events Reveal the Real Risks in Manufacturing Operations

Resilient operations protect results without putting people at risk.

Bill Medcalf

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Transforming a Two-Month Manual Process Into a Streamlined, Real-Time Workflow

A manual, spreadsheet-driven analysis that once took two months was transformed into a centralized, real-time workflow delivering instant visibility and faster decisions.

GPA

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The Tale of How Company Profits Were Saved

When losses are visible, profits stay put.

GPA

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Developing Logical IP and VLAN Infrastructure for OT Networks

Well-structured IP addressing and VLAN segmentation improve reliability, security, and predictability in OT networks.

Scott McNeil

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GPA case study cover showing a technician monitoring industrial equipment with the title Building a Secure OT Infrastructure at a Greenfield Metals Facility.

Building a Secure OT Infrastructure at a Greenfield Metals Facility

GPA built a secure OT infrastructure from the ground up for a new metals facility to support reliable operations and future growth.

GPA

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OT Network and Cybersecurity Explained in Everyday Terms

When OT systems are hacked, machines can fail and essential services can stop, which is why strong cybersecurity is crucial to protect our infrastructure.

Scott McNeil

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GPA hosts integration leaders for a two day Exotek peer group session in Ruston Louisiana. Business professionals shake hands over charts, analytics, and collaboration documents, highlighting system integration, digital transformation, and industry leadership.

GPA Hosts Integration Leaders for Exotek Peer Group Session

GPA hosted its first Exotek Peer Group Meeting in Ruston, bringing together integration leaders for two days of collaboration. The group explored AI’s growing role, shared business planning strategies, and connected through campus and community visits.

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Delivering Significant Energy Savings with Data-Driven Dashboarding Powered by Ignition HMI

GPA integrated Ignition HMI and SQL analytics to give a major phosphate producer real-time energy visibility and achieve multi-million-dollar monthly savings.

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Enhancing OT Network Security with a Comprehensive Systems Upgrade

GPA transformed a major paper mill's flat OT network into a secure, segmented system aligned with NIST SP 800 standards.

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SOCIAL SPOTLIGHT

Many manufacturers are rushing to AI.

The problem? AI amplifies whatever foundation it's built on.
If your data isn't trusted, your AI won't be either.

The organizations seeing long-term success don't start with AI. They build a foundation first, ensuring their systems, data, and people are aligned before advancing to more sophisticated initiatives.

The question isn't, "How do we implement AI?"
It's, "Are we ready for it?"

Join GPA on September 16th as we walk through the roadmap most manufacturers skip and share practical examples from real manufacturing environments.

Your registration includes:
✅ Live Workshop
✅ Interactive Q&A Session
✅ Whitepaper Download
✅ Complimentary Manufacturing Intelligence Benchmark Assessment

🔗 Reserve your spot today.
https://gpa.webinarninja.com/live-webinars/10830840/register

#ManufacturingIntelligence #DigitalTransformation #IndustrialAutomation #SmartManufacturing #Manufacturing #Industry40 #ArtificialIntelligence #OperationalExcellence #DigitalManufacturing #GPA

This Labor Day, we recognize the people who keep industry moving forward.

From engineers and technicians to project managers and operators, progress is powered by hard work, expertise, and dedication. We're grateful for our employees, clients, and partners who continue to make an impact every day.

Happy Labor Day from all of us at GPA.

#LaborDay #PeoplePowered #IndustrialAutomation #Manufacturing #GPA

Many manufacturers assume that adding more dashboards will improve decision making. The reality?

The organizations that get the most value from digital transformation aren't the ones with the most metrics.

They're the ones that identify the right problems, trust their data, and focus on the information that drives action.

Join GPA on September 16th to learn how manufacturers can move beyond dashboard overload and build sustainable data practices.

#ManufacturingIntelligence #DigitalTransformation #SmartManufacturing #IndustrialAutomation #OperationalExcellence #Industry40 #Manufacturing #DataAnalytics #MES #GPA

Most digital transformation initiatives don't fail because of technology. They fail because organizations start in the wrong place.

Manufacturers often begin with dashboards, AI initiatives, ERP projects, MES deployments, or cloud investments, hoping technology alone will solve operational challenges.

Yet the same issues remain:
❌ Data silos
❌ Competing reports
❌ Undefined ownership
❌ Lack of trust in data
❌ Misaligned objectives

The better question isn't:
"What software should we buy?"

It's:
"What business problem should we solve?"

That shift changes everything.
Join GPA on September 16th to learn a practical approach for building sustainable Manufacturing Intelligence that delivers measurable business value.

📘 Registration includes our whitepaper, From Data to Decisions: An 8-Step Path to Operational Excellence.

🎯 Attendees can also schedule a complimentary Manufacturing Intelligence Benchmark Assessment, including a Maturity Scorecard, Opportunity Analysis, and Suggested Roadmap.

🔗 Register today.
https://gpa.webinarninja.com/live-webinars/10830840/register

#ManufacturingIntelligence #DigitalTransformation #Manufacturing #SmartManufacturing #Industry40 #IndustrialAutomation #OperationalExcellence #MES #DigitalManufacturing #GPA

You fought for a seat at the table.

Don't just sit in it.

The future of manufacturing won't be determined by dashboards alone.

It will be shaped by leaders who:
• Challenge assumptions
• Demand trustworthy data
• Define problems before buying technology
• Create alignment across operations

If your organization is struggling to move from data collection to business impact, this webinar is for you.

Join GPA's Manufacturing Intelligence team for: Stop Chasing Dashboards: Building a Foundation for Sustainable Manufacturing Intelligence

Discover how to build a scalable data strategy that supports long-term operational success.

#Manufacturing #ManufacturingIntelligence #DigitalManufacturing #ConnectedOperations #IndustrialAutomation #OperationalExcellence #ManufacturingInnovation #GPAAutomation

You already have data. The question is: can you trust it enough to make decisions?

Most manufacturers aren't struggling to collect information. Between PLCs, SCADA, historians, ERP systems, maintenance platforms, and spreadsheets, data is everywhere.

The challenge is turning that data into actionable insights:
✔ Why production stopped
✔ What's driving losses
✔ Which improvements will create the greatest impact
✔ What action should happen next

Join GPA's upcoming workshop, Stop Chasing Dashboards: Building a Foundation for Sustainable Manufacturing Intelligence, to learn how leading manufacturers create context around their data and build systems their teams trust.

📘 All registrants receive our whitepaper: From Data to Decisions: An 8-Step Path to Operational Excellence

🎯 Plus, attendees can schedule a complimentary Manufacturing Intelligence Benchmark Assessment, including:
• Maturity Scorecard
• Opportunity Analysis
• Suggested Roadmap

🔗 Register today and start turning data into decisions.
https://gpa.webinarninja.com/live-webinars/10830840/register

#ManufacturingIntelligence #DigitalTransformation #SmartManufacturing #IndustrialAutomation #OperationalExcellence #Industry40 #Manufacturing #DataAnalytics #MES #GPA

Stop chasing dashboards. Start building trust in your data.

Many manufacturers are investing in dashboards, AI, MES, cloud platforms, and analytics tools, yet still struggle with conflicting reports, limited visibility, and slow decision-making.
The issue isn't a lack of data. It's a lack of context.

Join GPA on September 16th for our live workshop, Stop Chasing Dashboards: Building a Foundation for Sustainable Manufacturing Intelligence, where we'll discuss:
✔ Why digital transformation initiatives fail
✔ The impact of disconnected systems and data silos
✔ How to build trust in operational data
✔ The four phases of sustainable digital transformation
✔ Where AI fits into the journey

Plus, all registrants will receive our whitepaper, From Data to Decisions: An 8-Step Path to Operational Excellence, and attendees can schedule a complimentary Manufacturing Intelligence Benchmark Assessment.

🔗 Register today and take the first step toward turning data into decisions.
https://gpa.webinarninja.com/live-webinars/10830840/register

#ManufacturingIntelligence #DigitalTransformation #Manufacturing #IndustrialAutomation #SmartManufacturing #OperationalExcellence #IndustrialData #MES #Industry40 #GPA

Preparing for our next Netflix documentary...

From undocumented equipment to unexpected field surprises, every project comes with a few plot twists. Fortunately, our team knows how to adapt, troubleshoot, and keep projects moving forward—no matter what we uncover.

#IndustrialAutomation #Engineering #ProjectExecution #OT #Manufacturing #FieldWork

Manufacturers today have access to more information than ever before. The challenge isn't collecting data, it's turning that data into decisions that improve performance, increase agility, and create measurable business outcomes.

In our latest article, we explore why the future of manufacturing intelligence goes beyond dashboards and reports, focusing instead on delivering the right insights at the right time to empower confident decision-making across the enterprise.

🔗 Read the full article here: https://www.global-business.net/post/beyond-the-dashboard

�#ManufacturingIntelligence #DigitalTransformation #SmartManufacturing #IndustrialAutomation #Industry40 #OperationalExcellence

Caring for our community! 💚

Our GPA team spent Monday at MedCamps, learning more about their incredible mission and lending a helping hand. MedCamps of Louisiana is a non-profit organization that provides free, medically supervised summer camps for children with special needs, including physical and mental disabilities.

The camps offer a traditional camping experience with tailored activities like swimming, boating, and arts and crafts, supported by trained staff and medical professionals. We’re proud to support organizations that make such a positive impact in our community.

#GPACares #MedCamps #GivingBack #CommunityImpact #VolunteerDay #MakingADifference #StrongerTogether #ServeWithPurpose

Join a team that's helping manufacturers transform the way they operate.

GPA is looking for an Automation Solutions Consultant to join our growing team. This role is based in GPA's South-Central Region and our Ruston, LA office, serving clients across multiple industries and delivering innovative automation solutions that drive measurable results.

If you're ready to tackle complex challenges, work alongside industry leaders, and make a lasting impact, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today: https://www.global-business.net/careers

#lifeatgpa #joingpa #gpacares #automationengineering #industrialautomation #manufacturingintelligence #ControlsEngineering #rustonla #LouisianaJobs #lifeatgpa #DigitalTransformation

Congratulations to Barbara Tims on earning her SHRM Certification!

Earning a Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) certification is a significant professional achievement, demonstrating expertise, dedication, and a commitment to excellence in the field of human resources.

Barbara's accomplishment reflects her passion for continuous learning and her dedication to supporting our people and organization. As a trusted leader and valued member of our team, she consistently leads with professionalism, integrity, and a people-first mindset.

Please join us in congratulating Barbara on this well-deserved milestone. We're proud to celebrate her achievement and look forward to the continued impact she'll make across our organization.

#SHRM #HRLeadership #ProfessionalDevelopment #ContinuousLearning #HumanResources #EmployeeSuccess #TeamGPA

We asked our team one simple question:

"What year were you born?"

If their answer started with
19... let's just say things took a prehistoric turn.

A little friendly office humor goes a long way. While we're focused on helping our clients solve complex industrial challenges, we also enjoy creating moments that bring our team together. This was one of them.

So... does your birth year start with 19?

#LifeAtGPA #CompanyCulture #TeamGPA #OfficeFun #WorkplaceCulture

Cyber threats targeting industrial environments continue to evolve—and technology alone isn't enough to stay ahead. Building a knowledgeable OT workforce is just as critical.

In our latest case study, learn how GPA partnered with a Global 500 manufacturer to deliver a five-day immersive Industrial Network Architecture & OT Cybersecurity program. Through expert instruction, hands-on labs, and discussion of industry best practices, participants gained the skills to design more secure, resilient, and scalable OT networks.

The result? Stronger cybersecurity awareness, improved network reliability, and a workforce better prepared to support long-term operational success.

Read the full case study here: https://www.global-business.net/post/strengthening-ot-cybersecurity-through-immersive-industrial-network-training

#OTCybersecurity #IndustrialNetworking #OperationalTechnology #CriticalInfrastructure #Cybersecurity #IndustrialAutomation #DigitalTransformation #ICS #Manufacturing #WorkforceDevelopment #ISA62443 #IndustrialControlSystems

This year's Summer Snack Spread has come to a close, and our teams came together to help make summer a little brighter for children and families in our communities. 💚

Across our offices, employees collected food and snack items to support local organizations that help families during the summer months. Whether donating close to home or supporting a charity of their choice, every contribution reflected our shared commitment to serving the communities where we live and work.

This Year's Partner Organizations:
Ruston – Christian Community Action
Chester – Chesterfield Food Bank Outreach Center
Wilmington – Nourish NC
Remote Employees – Charities of Their Choice

Thank you to everyone who participated in this year's Summer Snack Spread. Your generosity will help these incredible organizations continue providing support to children and families throughout the summer. We're grateful to everyone who helped make this initiative a success!

#SummerSnackSpread #GPAcares #FoodDrive #GiveBack #CommunityCare

GPA is hiring a Manufacturing Intelligence Solutions Architect! We're looking for a technical leader who is passionate about helping manufacturers unlock the power of data, digital transformation, and industrial technology. This role will architect scalable Manufacturing Intelligence solutions, guide complex customer initiatives, and help shape the future of our growing MI practice.
Apply today!
https://lnkd.in/gphDGWNX

#NowHiring #ManufacturingIntelligence #SolutionsArchitect #DigitalTransformation #IndustrialAutomation #SmartManufacturing
#Industry40 #DataAnalytics #EngineeringLeadership #ManufacturingTechnology #TechCareers #JoinGPA

Happy Independence Day from all of us at GPA! 🎆

Today, we celebrate the values of freedom, innovation, and perseverance that continue to inspire progress across our communities and industries.

We hope you have a safe and enjoyable Fourth of July filled with time spent with family, friends, and loved ones.

#IndependenceDay #FourthOfJuly #Happy4th #Manufacturing #Innovation #GPA

From internship to full-time team member!

We're excited to officially welcome Kailie and Caiden to the GPA team as full-time employees.

Their hard work, enthusiasm, and commitment to learning have already made a meaningful impact, and we're proud to support their growth from students to professionals. Investing in emerging talent is an important part of who we are and seeing team members grow into their careers at GPA is one of the most rewarding aspects of that commitment.

Congratulations, Kailie and Caiden! We're excited to have you on the team and look forward to all you'll accomplish in this next chapter with GPA. 🎉

#LifeAtGPA #CareerGrowth #TeamGPA #FutureLeaders

Modern industrial facilities depend on more than automation. They depend on the Operational Technology (OT) infrastructure behind it.

For one large greenfield waste processing facility, that meant building an OT environment from the ground up—one that could support continuous operations, secure IT/OT convergence, centralized visibility, and future expansion from day one.

That foundation delivered long-term value:
- Built a resilient OT architecture with redundant networking and virtualized infrastructure
- Reduced downtime risk through high-availability network and compute design
- Strengthened cybersecurity with standards-aligned segmentation and secure access
- Created a scalable platform ready for Manufacturing Intelligence, remote access, and future system growth

What made this project successful wasn't just the technology that was installed. It was the way every layer of the OT environment was designed to work together. From industrial networking and virtualization to centralized HMI delivery, backup and recovery, and lifecycle documentation, each decision supported reliability, maintainability, and long-term operational success.

That's where OT infrastructure creates real value: not only by connecting systems, but by providing the secure, scalable foundation that keeps industrial operations running today while preparing facilities for what's next.

Read more: https://www.global-business.net/post/end-to-end-ot-delivery-for-a-greenfield-waste-processing-facility

#OperationalTechnology #IndustrialAutomation #OTInfrastructure #IndustrialNetworking #Cybersecurity #ControlSystems #Manufacturing #DigitalTransformation #Industry40

We’re excited to highlight Scott McNeil, who represented GPA as a featured speaker at WICO North Carolina this week.

Scott shared his deep expertise in industrial OT wireless design, helping attendees navigate the complexities of modern OT environments.
Thank you, Scott, for driving OT innovation and pushing modern wireless technology forward.

Read the full story here: https://lnkd.in/eg7weMF8
#GPA #WICO #IndustrialOT #engineeringsocially #industrialwireless #otnetworking

Certified. Verified. Proven.

GPA just achieved RAVS360® Certification with a Stage 5 safety‑culture score.

Safety isn’t a policy — it’s our identity.

Read the full story here: https://lnkd.in/g-8vRK4t

#GPA #SafetyExcellence #ISN #Safety #RAVS #RAVS360 #ManufacturingIntelligence #DigitalTransformation #OperationalTechnology #IndustrialAutomation #SmartManufacturing

Control system modernization puts a lot of pressure on outage execution.

At one large pulp and paper facility, migration work was planned around real outage windows and carried out in phases over several years. Each phase built on the last, which kept the work structured and predictable even as complexity increased.

That showed up in the results:
- Over 1,100 I/O points completed outside the major shutdown
- Removed from the outage critical path
- ~80% of checkout finished nearly 24 hours early
- Completed ahead of schedule with zero contingency days used

What made this work wasn’t tied to one moment or decision, but to how the project was carried from start to finish. Preparation happened early enough to take pressure off execution, testing was handled before systems ever reached the field, and documentation stayed current so teams weren’t second-guessing the work. Over time, that consistency built real familiarity with the site, which made each phase more predictable than the last and kept the project moving without unnecessary friction.

That’s where modernization starts to create real value: not just in the system that gets installed, but in how the work actually gets done.

Read more: global-business.net/resources

#DigitalTransformation #IndustrialAutomation #ControlSystems #Manufacturing #OperationalExcellence

Are the numbers true? Could the U.S. really face 2.1 million unfilled manufacturing jobs by 2030?

According to The Manufacturing Institute, that is the projection if the manufacturing skills gap is not addressed.

In our recent YouTube video and blog post, we discussed this workforce challenge with Bill Medcalf, GPA’s VP of Digital Transformation and Innovation. Bill believes the prediction is realistic, and one of the biggest reasons is simple: a generation of experienced workers is leaving the industry, taking decades of operational knowledge with them.

AI may help manufacturers close part of the gap, but only if the right foundation is already in place.

The challenge is that many manufacturers are not prepared to use AI effectively yet. Without clean data, connected systems, strong processes, and captured knowledge, AI cannot solve the problem on its own. And with 2030 only a few years away, the window to prepare is getting smaller.

The path forward will not come down to people or technology. It will require both.

Manufacturers need to invest in workforce development, knowledge transfer, Manufacturing Intelligence, and digital infrastructure that helps teams make better decisions with the people they have today.

So, the bigger question is whether manufacturers are preparing fast enough.

🎥Watch the full discussion here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lfed-OBRPhk&t=10s �

OR

📝Read our full report here: https://www.global-business.net/post/is-manufacturing-ready-for-the-2030-workforce-gap

#Manufacturing #WorkforceDevelopment #DigitalTransformation #ManufacturingIntelligence #AI

Miles apart, moving together for a meaningful cause. 💚

GPA was proud to participate in the 2026 Coastal Walk/Run for Autism, hosted by the @autismsocietync.

Together, our GPA Cares team raised more than $1,300 in support of ASNC and its mission. Our Wilmington, NC participants joined the race at the UNCW track, while employees from our Ruston and Chester offices held remote walks and runs with their teams. Remote employees also participated from across the country, many alongside their families.

What made this event so special was the way our team came together across locations to support a cause that impacts so many individuals and families, including those connected to our own team.

Thank you to everyone who walked, ran, donated, encouraged, and helped make this effort possible. We are grateful for the opportunity to support ASNC and help promote greater awareness, inclusion, and support for individuals with autism.

#GPACares #AutismAwareness #AutismAcceptance #CommunityEngagement #InclusionMatters

Spring Release was a great reminder that some of the best student connections happen outside of a formal recruiting setting.

GPA was proud to attend this year’s Spring Release hosted by Louisiana Tech University’s @latechcoes and @latechesa. As an industry partner with the College of Engineering and Science, we value opportunities like this because they allow us to connect with students and their families in a fun, relaxed environment.

The event brought together crawfish, jambalaya, drinks, crafts, student organizations, and a ping pong tournament sponsored by GPA.

Even better, we had the chance to celebrate one of our own. GPA intern @kailie_carrigee received an Outstanding Senior Award after being nominated by her professors, and we are so proud to see her hard work recognized.

Thank you to the College of Engineering and Science and ESA for creating a space where students, families, faculty, and industry partners could come together. Events like this help strengthen the connection between education and industry, and we are grateful to be part of it.

#LouisianaTech #EngineeringStudents #IndustryPartnership #WorkforceDevelopment #STEMCareers

When the project gets technical…sometimes the best move is to break it down.

Behind every successful project is a strong project manager keeping timelines aligned, priorities clear, and teams moving in the same direction. When complexity picks up across automation, OT, and digital transformation initiatives, that coordination makes all the difference between progress and confusion.

At GPA, it’s not just about solving technical challenges. It’s about bringing structure, communication, and a little personality to the process along the way.

#ProjectManagement #DigitalTransformation #IndustrialAutomation #OperationalExcellence #Teamwork

Modernizing a control system is one thing.

Executing that migration without disrupting production is another challenge entirely.

In this project, GPA partnered with a large pulp and paper facility to support a phased control system migration strategy designed around outage efficiency, risk reduction, and long-term modernization goals.

Results included:
• 1,100+ I/O points migrated during routine outages
• Removal from outage critical path
• 80% of I/O checkout completed nearly 24 hours ahead of schedule
• Zero contingency days used

Strong migration outcomes come from disciplined planning, detailed preparation, and a partner who understands how to execute in live manufacturing environments.

See how GPA helped deliver measurable migration success through long-term partnership: https://www.global-business.net/post/driving-measurable-migration-success-through-long-term-partnership

#IndustrialAutomation #ControlSystems #DigitalTransformation #Manufacturing #ProcessAutomation #OperationalExcellence #OTInfrastructure #PulpAndPaper #SystemsIntegration

Happy National Superhero Day! 💪

Today, we’re putting a different spin on what “superhero” looks like in OT.

The Integrator:
In most manufacturing environments, systems don’t start off broken. They evolve. Over time, small decisions stack up and create complexity that’s harder to manage, secure, and scale. The Integrator represents a more intentional approach. Through OT assessments, network infrastructure design, multi-layered security, asset visibility, and strong governance, systems are built with structure from the start. Not patched together over time.

OT Network Villains:
The biggest risks rarely show up all at once. They build gradually. Remote access that isn’t fully secured. Credentials that were never updated. Networks that were never properly segmented. Legacy systems that continue to carry risk. Individually, none of it feels urgent. Together, it creates real exposure that can impact performance and reliability.

This isn’t about reacting after something goes wrong. It’s about building systems the right way so those issues don’t show up in the first place.

If any of this sounds familiar, it’s fixable.
📩 info@global-business.net

P.S. To the everyday “superheroes” who keep operations running, solve problems, and move the industry and world forward, thank you for what you do today and always.

#DigitalTransformation #OTSecurity #IndustrialAutomation #SmartManufacturing #Cybersecurity

Jay Settle has always been someone who needs a project.

He learned by building things, testing them, and figuring out how they actually work. That same curiosity still shapes how he approaches his work today, and it carries directly into how he thinks about Manufacturing Intelligence.

For most manufacturing leaders, the issue is not a lack of data. It is knowing what to trust, what matters, and how to use it to drive the operation forward. That gap between data and decision-making is where a lot of value is either realized or lost.

That is where Jay and the team focus their time. Turning raw machine data into clear, reliable insight. Building systems that reflect how operations actually run. Giving teams the visibility they need to make confident decisions at the right time.

It is a hands-on, practical approach that aligns technology with real operational goals, not just technical capability.

And that is where the real impact comes from: the people behind it.

🔗 Read the full story here: https://www.global-business.net/resources

#ManufacturingIntelligence #MES #DigitalTransformation #SmartManufacturing #IndustrialAutomation #IIoT #ManufacturingData #Industry40 #DataDriven

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Strengthening OT Cybersecurity Through Immersive Industrial Network Training

End-to-End Automation Delivery for a Greenfield Waste Processing Facility

Is Manufacturing Ready for the 2030 Workforce Gap?

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End-to-End Automation Delivery for a Greenfield Waste Processing Facility

Is Manufacturing Ready for the 2030 Workforce Gap?

Driving Measurable Migration Success Through Long-Term Partnership

Why IT/OT Convergence Is a Business Decision, Not a Technology Project

Standardized Control Solutions for Safer, Smarter Mining Operations

Tim Lee Promoted to Director of Automation at GPA

Why Weather Events Reveal the Real Risks in Manufacturing Operations

Transforming a Two-Month Manual Process Into a Streamlined, Real-Time Workflow

The Tale of How Company Profits Were Saved

Developing Logical IP and VLAN Infrastructure for OT Networks

Building a Secure OT Infrastructure at a Greenfield Metals Facility

OT Network and Cybersecurity Explained in Everyday Terms

GPA Hosts Integration Leaders for Exotek Peer Group Session

Delivering Significant Energy Savings with Data-Driven Dashboarding Powered by Ignition HMI

Enhancing OT Network Security with a Comprehensive Systems Upgrade

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From Data To Decisions

Strengthening OT Cybersecurity Through Immersive Industrial Network Training

End-to-End Automation Delivery for a Greenfield Waste Processing Facility

Is Manufacturing Ready for the 2030 Workforce Gap?

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NEWS & BLOG

End-to-End Automation Delivery for a Greenfield Waste Processing Facility

Is Manufacturing Ready for the 2030 Workforce Gap?

Driving Measurable Migration Success Through Long-Term Partnership

Why IT/OT Convergence Is a Business Decision, Not a Technology Project

Standardized Control Solutions for Safer, Smarter Mining Operations

Tim Lee Promoted to Director of Automation at GPA

Why Weather Events Reveal the Real Risks in Manufacturing Operations

Transforming a Two-Month Manual Process Into a Streamlined, Real-Time Workflow

The Tale of How Company Profits Were Saved

Developing Logical IP and VLAN Infrastructure for OT Networks

Building a Secure OT Infrastructure at a Greenfield Metals Facility

OT Network and Cybersecurity Explained in Everyday Terms

GPA Hosts Integration Leaders for Exotek Peer Group Session

Delivering Significant Energy Savings with Data-Driven Dashboarding Powered by Ignition HMI

Enhancing OT Network Security with a Comprehensive Systems Upgrade

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