Imagine going from bulky control room screens to streaming millions of data points in real time from anywhere in the world. This episode takes a reflective look at how manufacturing data evolved—from the early days of SCADA and OPC connections to the rise of cloud analytics and AI-driven insights. It’s not a hype story about technology, but a grounded walk through the lessons learned along the way. You’ll hear how small steps in connectivity turned into a full digital transformation and what that means for today’s shop floors. Thoughtful, relatable, and a little nostalgic, this one’s for anyone who’s ever wrestled with data that just wouldn’t stay put. For more in-depth stories and insights, visit iiotblog.com.