In this episode, we explore five simple but essential questions every IIoT architect needs to answer before building anything. These aren’t about technology choices — they’re about clarity, purpose, and how systems actually deliver value. The conversation walks through what makes an architecture scalable, secure, and understandable to both IT and OT teams. It’s a calm, practical guide for anyone designing industrial data systems, reminding us that good architecture starts with good questions — not just good tools. For deeper insights and more lessons from the field, visit iiotblog.com.