Control System Integrators (CSIs): What They Do and Where They Fit in Industrial Automation
Control System Integrators are independent engineering firms that design, integrate, and commission multiplatform automation systems including PLC, SCADA and DCS. Unlike OEMs or single-vendor providers, CSIs are vendor-agnostic and deliver bespoke architectures, middleware, and lifecycle services—from FEED to FAT/SAT and long-term support. Many follow the CSIA Best Practices and pursue CSIA Certification, which signals robust […]