Press Releases
November 15, 2019
Stratus Technologies to Demonstrate Edge Computing at Automation Fair 2019
City of Lima Edge Computing deployment and ztC™ Edge and ftServer® platforms to be showcased
November 11, 2019
Stratus Technologies Collaborates with Microsoft to Accelerate Internet of Things Solutions
Verified hardware and software enhance interoperability and allow faster time to production
September 10, 2019
Stratus Unveils Research Series on the Global State of Edge Computing
First report reveals two-thirds of North American industrial operators are planning to implement edge computing solutions within the next 12 months
September 9, 2019
Stratus ztC Edge Platform Named as an AVEVA Edge Computing Infrastructure Solution
Stratus Joins with AVEVA on Edge to Enterprise Initiative, Building on 10-year Strategic Relationship
September 6, 2019
Stratus Edge Computing Expertise To Be Featured at IoT in Oil & Gas 2019
Insights and solutions for unlocking new operational value through IoT and edge computing to be presented
July 18, 2019
Stratus Joins The Open Group Open Process Automation™ Forum to Define Next Generation Industrial Edge Computing Standards
Membership builds on company’s commitment to provide industrial customers world-class automation solutions to digitally transform their businesses
June 11, 2019
Stratus Attends PTC’s LiveWorx 2019 to Demonstrate Updates to ztC Edge Portfolio
Software and Hardware Updates Showcased in the BrewWorx process factory at LiveWorx
June 3, 2019
Stratus Releases Newest Additions to its ztC Edge Computing Portfolio to Help Empower Operational Professionals
Highly reliable, secure, and automated infrastructure simplifies computing at the edge of corporate networks for non-IT specialists, saving them time and money
March 5, 2019
Stratus Announces New Executive Appointments to Advance Company’s Commitment to Industrial Edge Computing
Chief Technology Officer John Vicente and Chief Financial Officer Walter Loh Join Executive Leadership Team to Power Stratus’ Next Phase of Growth
February 4, 2019
Stratus Showcases Edge Technologies for Industrial Customers at ARC Industry Forum
Company offers insights and exhibits solutions to help simplify edge computing and drive digital transformation for industrial automation customers.
Stratus In the News
25 Tech Predictions for 2020
Inc.
December 27, 2019
In this Inc. article, Jason Andersen, vice president of business line management, shares his 2020 predictions for edge computing. Andersen believes that OEM builders will build more intelligence into their machines, “they are adding predictive maintenance capabilities, they want fault-tolerance, and increased autonomy. There is no longer a defined line between the machine and the data.”
The Future of Edge Computing: What’s In Store for 2020
Smart Industry
December 23, 2019
In this Smart Industry article, Dave Laurello, CEO of Stratus, shares his thoughts on the future of edge computing in 2020. Laurello believes that edge computing will be an increasingly-important strategic path to help drive digital transformation and real business value in the years ahead.
The Edge-to-Enterprise Strategy
Automation World
December 12, 2019
In this Automation World article, Stephen Greene, Vice President of Global Marketing at Stratus, shares how Stratus brings edge technology into play in a tangible way for customers through AVEVA’s edge to enterprise initiative.
Town of Falmouth pursues automation innovation to save costs
SearchCIO
November 20, 2019
In this SearchCIO article, Steve Rafferty of the Town of Falmouth and Marc Lemoi of R.E. Erickson Co. discuss how Stratus’s ftServer helped the Town of Falmouth automate its processes and save millions of dollars in the process.
Lima Upgrades Treatment System with Server, Software
Control Global
November 18, 2019
This Control Global article covers the City of Lima’s presentation at the Rockwell Automation Fair on its digital transformation initiatives for the local wastewater treatment plant. The article emphasizes that the modernization project was successful because of the implementation of Stratus’ ftServer.
Poised to go all-in on edge
Control Engineering
November 3, 2019
In this Control Engineering article Dave Laurello, CEO, and Jason Andersen, vice president of business line management at Stratus Technologies, share their thoughts on the future of edge computing as it relates to the North American findings from the company’s state of edge computing trend report.
Survey respondents show edge computing optimism
Control Engineering
October 3, 2019
This Control Engineering article discusses the Edge Computing Trend Report, a global research series by Stratus Technologies. According to the North American survey results, end users are optimistic about edge computing’s ability to transform industrial automation processes.
What to Know About the Era of Edge Computing
Pumps & Systems
September 23, 2019
In this Pumps & Systems article, John Fryer, Senior Director of Industry Solutions at Stratus, shares advice for companies looking to implement edge computing as part of their digital transformation journey.
Securing the Edge of the Network
Process & Control Today
September 20, 2019
In this Process & Control Today article, Jason Andersen, vice president of business line management at Stratus Technologies, shares his go-to set of best practices for securing the edge of the network in the manufacturing industry.
How Edge Computing Will Strengthen 5G (and Vice Versa)
Process & Control Today
September 20, 2019
In this Process and Control Today article, Jason Andersen, VP of business line management at Stratus Technologies, discusses how 5G will influence the adoption rate of edge. As a result of increased adoption, and in conjunction with 5G and IoT, edge computing will help manufacturers better understand customers and improve upon existing products.
Interview: Stratus CTO Talks Edge Computing For Industrial Automation
Techday
September 18, 2019
In this Techday interview, John Vicente, chief technology officer at Stratus, discusses the company’s new partnership with AVEVA, the ztC Edge, and why edge computing will be the next major wave of the information technology industry.
Automated Intelligence: Meeting Seasonal Water Demand on Cape Cod
WaterWorld
September 14, 2019
In this WaterWorld article, Stephen Rafferty, water superintendent for the town of Falmouth, Massachusetts, shares how Stratus’ edge computing services have helped to provide the town’s citizens with safe and reliable drinking water, in addition to improving facility operations.
Digital Refinery Q&A: Digital transformation essentials for the plant and the edge
Hydrocarbon Processing
September Issue
In this Hydrocarbon Processing article, John Fryer, Senior Director of Industry Solutions at Stratus, interviews Craig Resnick, Vice President of Consulting at ARC Advisory Group, about how businesses can make the most of their digital transformation journeys.
Using IIoT to Improve Packaging Line Performance
Packaging Strategies
September 10, 2019
In this Packaging Strategies article, John Fryer, Senior Director of Industry Solutions at Stratus, explains how many issues typically experienced in the food packaging industry can be addressed by applying IIoT and related edge technologies in a systematic and incremental manner.
Stratus, the Open Process Automation Forum, standards & success in Industry 4.0
Smart Industry Article
September 9, 2019
In this Smart Industry article, John Vicente, chief technology officer at Stratus, discusses the company’s new membership to the Open Process Automation Forum, in addition to the importance industrial automation standards as IT and OT roles continue to converge.
This Edge Solution Keeps The Water Running In Cape Cod
CRN
August 23, 2019
In this CRN article and video, Stratus’ Jason Anderson and Barry Dellecese discuss the rise of the intelligent edge, the value proposition of the ztC Edge, and Stratus’s partnership with Falmouth, MA’s water facilities.
Cybersecurity Best Practices at the Network Edge
Business2Community
July 29, 2019
In this Business2Community article, John Fryer, Senior Director of Industry Solutions at Stratus, shares his advice on how companies can implement effective edge security strategies for their specific needs and operations.
Your Smart Devices Should Live On The Edge
IoT Agenda
July 26, 2019
In part two of a two-part series for IoT Agenda, Jason Andersen, vice president of business line management at Stratus, discusses the rise of smart devices and the growing need for edge computing solutions that deliver accurate and secure data analysis.
4 Ways to Tackle Cybersecurity at the Industrial Edge
Automation.com
July 15, 2019
In this Automation.com article, John Fryer, Senior Director of Industry Solutions at Stratus, shares his advice on how companies can develop the best edge security strategy for their specific operations.
Smart devices should drive processing power to the network edge
IoT Agenda
July 11, 2019
In part one of a two-part series for IoT Agenda, Jason Andersen, vice president of business line management at Stratus, discusses the rise of connected devices and the increased need to analyze critical data in real-time.
Edge Computing Best Practices for Connecting Disparate Systems
Smart Industry
July 9, 2019
In this Smart Industry byline, Stratus’ John Fryer outlines the importance of platform selection, data management, and security considerations in edge computing deployments. Fryer also offers advice on how to merge IT and OT systems using varying forms of networking communications technology.
Transitioning to an edge computing provider — Stratus Technologies
Information Age
June 19, 2019
In this article, Jason Andersen, VP of business line management at Stratus, speaks to Information Age about the company’s business transformation, specifically its transition into an edge computing provider. Andersen shares insight to the edge computing industry as a whole, as well as the importance of technology and security in the age of Industry 4.0.
3 steps to taming data security challenges with edge computing
Information Management
June 6, 2019
In this Information Management byline, John Fryer offers advice for companies around addressing security at the edge. By conducting a security audit, knowing key stakeholders and considering security aware solutions, Fryer believes companies will have the knowledge to successfully implement the best security strategies for the edge.
Stratus Releases Newest Additions to its ztC Edge Computing Portfolio
ARC Advisory Group
June 5, 2019
ARC Advisory discusses Stratus’ latest product announcement in this blog post by Craig Resnick, including bullets that showcase key highlights and new features of the latest version of ztC Edge.
Stratus Adds to ztC Edge Portfolio
ISSSource
June 4, 2019
This ISSSource article by Greg Hale profiles the latest updates to Stratus’ ztC Edge, namely the security, monitoring and performance features.
Stratus ztC Edge Computing portfolio additions
Control Magazine
June 3, 2019
This Control Magazine article outlines new features and functionalities of Stratus’ updated ztC Edge portfolio.
Product News: Update to Stratus ztC Edge computing portfolio
Smart Industry
June 3, 2019
This Smart Industry article highlights the new updates to Stratus’ ztC Edge. It lists out the key features of the updated portfolio, namely the security, monitoring and performance functionalities, and includes a quote from CEO Dave Laurello.
The Reality of Augmented Reality
Assembly Magazine
May 15, 2019
This Assembly Magazine article discusses augmented reality in the manufacturing space. It includes commentary from Stratus’ VP of Business Line Management, Jason Andersen, about the benefits that AR brings to manufacturers including reducing training time and assisting with operations.
Using incremental process control for largely manual processes
Food Engineering
April 16, 2019
This Food Engineering article outlines how process control technology and strategies have changed over time and discusses the scope of today’s systems. It includes insights from John Fryer, Stratus’ senior director of industry solutions, about the importance of consistency in process controls for food and beverage producers and the ways that IIoT and edge devices can help.
How IIoT Can Improve Food and Beverage Bottom Lines
Food Engineering
April 10, 2019
This Food Engineering article outlines how IIoT can assist food and beverage producers in improving scrutiny over processes, ensuring food safety, and improving operational efficiency. It includes insight from Jason Andersen, Stratus’ VP of business line management, about how these technology deployments have a major impact on food and beverage’s bottom line.
Rugged, flexible & ready for work
Smart Industry
March 21, 2019
In this Smart Industry article, John Fryer, senior director of industry solutions at Stratus discusses the evolution of industrial computers, and offers insight into how this technology offers features needed by both OT and IT professionals.
People on the Move: Walter Loh
Boston Business Journal
March 21, 2019
This Boston Business Journal People on the Move feature outlines Chief Financial Officer Walter Loh’s background and new role at Stratus.
People on the Move: John Vicente
Boston Business Journal
March 21, 2019
Stratus’ new Chief Technology Officer, John Vicente, is profiled in this Boston Business Journal People on the Move feature.
How edge computing is making 5G possible [Q&A]
BetaNews
March 19, 2019
Jason Andersen, Stratus’ VP of business line management, discusses the need for 5G to be paired with edge computing for the technology to best succeed in this BetaNews Q&A. The piece includes Jason’s thoughts on the ways that edge will enable 5G and which industries will most benefits from these technologies.
10 best practices for edge computing
Control Engineering
March 8, 2019
This Control Engineering article, outlines best practices for choosing, installing, and using edge computing devices for manufacturing or process facility applications from John Fryer’s ARC Forum presentation on the same topic.
Questions for IIoT edge computing implementation success
IoT Agenda
March 8, 2019
In this IoT Agenda article, John Fryer, senior director of industry solutions at Stratus, outlines key questions that companies should ask themselves when looking to succeed in undergoing an edge computing implementation.
Unlocking the Value of SCADA and HMI
Automation.com
March 7, 2019
In this Automation.com article, John Fryer, Senior Director of Industry Solutions at Stratus, explains how automation teams can benefit by virtualizing SCADA and HMI on fault-tolerant systems. Fryer argues that these new efficiencies are critical to realize the full potential of IIoT.
Headcount: The Latest Hirings, Firings, and Retirings — March 7, 2019
SDxCentral
March 7, 2019
This SDxCentral article highlights key executive moves in the industry over the last week, including the news of Stratus’ recent CTO and CFO hires.
BostInno shared the announcement of Stratus’ CTO/CFO hires
BostInno
March 6, 2019
This BostInno newsletter collects key announcements in the Massachusetts technology world, including the news of Stratus’ recent CTO and CFO hires.
How Edge Computing Will Strengthen 5G (and Vice Versa)
Network Computing
February 28, 2019
In this Network Computing article, Jason Andersen, VP of business line management at Stratus, discusses how 5G will improve communication between edge and cloud components by providing a foundation for countless IoT innovations. across industries.
Case Study: 24/7/365 Uptime Keeps Production Supply Chain Systems Moving
Food Logistics
February 25, 2019
This Stratus case study in Food Logistics showcases how meat products supplier Dunbia relies on always-on availability software from Stratus to make sure applications run continuously to maximize value throughout the supply chains.
5G and the Smart Supply Chain
Automation World
February 20, 2019
This Automation World article written by John Fryer, Senior Director of Industry Solutions at Stratus, discusses the importance of understanding how new 5G network capabilities can be used to expand edge computing accessibility. John shares that expected advances of 5G connectivity will make connected, IIoT-enabled supply chains more accessible, while edge computing technology will allow companies to analyze this influx of new data with greater speed and confidence.
Driving Processing Power to the Network Edge
Smart Industry
February 6, 2019
In this Smart Industry article, Jason Andersen, vice president of business line management at Stratus, outlines a series of tips and best practices for establishing an architectural strategy for edge computing to maximize the value and efficiency of IoT data collection and analysis.
White paper: Transformation of the edge
itWeb
January 30, 2019
Many companies are looking to their edge computing systems for improvements in the way they collect and process data resulting from the explosive growth of Internet-connected devices. Yet for most operational technology (OT) professionals who have long been responsible for edge-based computing systems in their organisations, the evolution of the edge may seem like a moving target.
Edge Computing Meets 5G: Rethinking the Intelligent Supply Chain
Manufacturing.net
January 23, 2019
In this Manufacturing.net byline, John Fryer explains how combining edge computing and 5G technologies can help companies to improve manufacturing efficiencies with integrated and intelligent supply chains.
In 2019, Tech Teams Will Tackle Practical Challenges to Realize Grand Ambitions
VMblog
January 22, 2019
John Fryer, senior director of industry solutions at Stratus, shares some of his predictions for the year ahead in technology, emphasizing the need for IT/OT teamwork to help IoT and IIoT deployments reach their full potential, alongside improved cybersecurity features.
Handling ‘Zettabytes of Data’ at the Edge
Engineering & Technology
January 19, 2019
Nick Smith’s recent interview with Dave Laurello, CEO which tackles the world of Edge Computing. As devices become more and more connected are you ready for such an influx of data? Can you manage and analyse it securely and in real-time?
Pump Experts Weigh in on What to Expect in 2019
Pumps & Systems
January 11, 2019
Jason Andersen, VP of business line management at Stratus, discusses trends in manufacturing hardware size, explaining that hardware will grow larger to accommodate virtualization or other data-intensive applications.
Reports of OT’s takeover by IT are greatly exaggerated
The Manufacturer
January 8, 2019
The increasing influence of IT in what were traditionally operational areas of manufacturing has led some to question whether the distinction between OT and IT no longer exists.
Where Do Digital Twins Fit In?
Industry Week
January 2, 2019
In this Industry Week byline, Jason Andersen, VP of business line management at Stratus, discusses the benefits of digital twins for IoT implementations. Andersen explains that digital twin models enable companies to simulate processes, improve operations and train employees.
2019 Downstream Trends: A Look Back
Rigzone
January 2, 2019
In this Rigzone article, Stratus’ senior director of industry solutions, John Fryer, discusses predictions for oil and gas in 2019. More specifically, he offers commentary for organizations preparing to implement IIoT projects, offering the advice that these companies need the right combination of technology and skills to be successful.
Addressing Challenges in Process Automation and IIoT
Automation.com
January 2, 2019
In this Automation.com article, Stratus’ senior director of industry solutions, John Fryer, outlines key questions for manufacturing professionals to consider when using IIoT and edge computing to automate manufacturing processes.