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Empowered Automation Solutions specializes in real-time automation software.  We give you unparalleled access to your industrial operations and enterprise data for connectivity, monitoring, analytics, and delivery. Connect directly to PLCs, OPC servers, files, databases, and IoT platforms to create world-class SCADA systems or industrial automation solutions.

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Real-Time Data Management

Empowered Automation designs and implements real-time data management monitoring systems for users. Empowered Automation provides a wide range of real-time data management systems and services, including all types of industrial automation, operations management software, and real-time automation. Services for real-time data management solutions are available for internal and customer site operations, including:

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Data Management for Operations and Automation

Remove the boundaries between your users and your machines with our human-machine interface (HMI) software. Empowered Automation Solutions Inc., based in Chicago, Illinois, provides a real-time, open-source cloud solution that enables seamless integration with your industrial automation and operations management software, including real-time automation. Our Software Real-Time Automation solutions in Illinois ensure enhanced connectivity, efficiency, and control for your industrial operations.

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Intuitive Software is Our Specialty

Empowered Automation Solutions Inc. is a solution-based company with over 30 years of experience serving a variety of industries in the Chicago area. We utilize advanced software, hardware, and consultation to streamline and maximize internal processes and increase productivity. We started our company over 16 years ago. From our experience, we found the right partners and we're now leveraging our expertise to help businesses find efficiencies in their processes with proven technologies. From saving on energy expenditures with energy management and auditing software to revolutionizing your data collection and management, we have the real-time automation solutions you have been looking for. Our Software Real-Time Automation solutions in Chicago, IL are designed to optimize efficiency and drive business success.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Why choose Empowered Automation Solutions?

    Empowered Automation Solutions is a Chicago-based company that provides unique real-time automation solutions.


    We specialize in real-time automation software. For connectivity, monitoring, analytics, and delivery, we give you unrivaled access to your industrial operations and enterprise data. Create world-class SCADA systems or industrial automation solutions by connecting directly to PLCs, OPC servers, files, databases, and IoT platforms.


    Any open database can be used to visualize, trend, alarm, and log data. What would it mean to you to have real-time data the way you want it, when you want it, and where you want it?


    We can also help with software development and system integration.


    Manufacturers in the area are supported by us. No one in the industry compares to our ethics or skill, and if you give us a chance, we'll prove it to you!


    Empowered Automation Solutions is committed to providing our clients with the highest quality professional data management services. Our knowledgeable staff is up to date on current industry trends and breakthroughs, allowing them to create unique solutions and give system recommendations for real-time automation.


    We have a proven track record of completing projects on time and on budget!


    When you give us a call, you’ll be connected directly to our friendly staff, so you can expect immediate attention to your inquiry, So, don’t wait - call now!

  • Can I try a demo of your data management software?

    Yes, you can! We are confident that you will be amazed at how Empowered Automation Solutions' data management software can provide you with real-time automated solutions. To schedule an online demo, give us a call, and one of our friendly staff will make the arrangements for you. Experience the power of our Software Real-Time Automation solutions in Illinois and take your operations to the next level.

  • What kind of services can your data management solutions provide?

    Empowered automation creates real-time data management and monitoring solution for users. Empowered automation offers a variety of real-time data management systems and services, including long-term and permanent automated data management from practically any system, including industrial automation and operations management software. Internal and customer-site operations can benefit from real-time data management solutions, including:


    • Automated data collection and processing
    • Discreet sample
    • Data validation and archiving
    • Secure web reporting
    • Client data provision capabilities via SOAP and REST Web Services, catering for modeling or client web-based data presentation
    • Alarming, including email, SMS and vmail
    • Custom processing and reporting
    • Monitoring and control solutions (SCADA)
    • Integration with third-party data systems
    • Training and support

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