What is Open Platform Communications Unified Architecture?

Open Platform Communications Unified Architecture (OPC UA) is a machine-to-machine, service-oriented communication standard for industrial automation that defines a platform-independent framework for secure, reliable data exchange and information modeling. Expanded Explanation 1. Technical Function and Core Characteristics OPC UA specifies a client-server and publish-subscribe communication architecture that enables exchange of process data, alarms, events, and historical information. It uses a

How widely is Open Platform Communications Unified Architecture used?

4 organizations in our directory are tagged Open Platform Communications Unified Architecture, referenced across 7 articles and 1 open source project.

What is Open Platform Communications Unified Architecture most closely associated with?

Open Platform Communications Unified Architecture is most closely associated with Cybersecurity and Data Center.

Open Platform Communications Unified Architecture (OPC UA)

Last updated August 24, 2026

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The primary source CreativeWork cisa.gov https://www.cisa.gov/news-events/ics-advisories/icsa-25-317-09 Original author: CISA

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