In the era of digital transformation, industrial communication networks need to be more reliable and secure than ever. What’s more, evolving communication demands necessitate infrastructure upgrades across industries. While some are embracing new infrastructure with modern communication protocols, the majority must modernize their legacy systems to keep up. Serial connectivity, a long-time cornerstone of industrial automation, continues to be vital in bridging legacy systems and modern digital operations. During this transition, secure and durable serial connectivity solutions are especially crucial for businesses across sectors like energy, infrastructure, transportation, and manufacturing. Challenges arising in modern industries mandate a new serial connectivity standard based on three key principles.

• Longevity: Extending existing serial systems and enhancing their lifespan
• Adaptability: Integrating a new design with an updated green policy and improved interoperability
• Cybersecurity: Upgrading serial-based systems so that they are ready to be connected to cyber-resilient networks