Connectivity is a key feature on FactoryStudio platform, therefore the system has built-in support to many industry standard protocols, such as OPC and Modbus, as well FactoryStudio has also many native communication interfaces to a variety of hardware manufacturers, PLC and protocols.

The reason to include native protocols, besides OPC, are many, such as: cost reduction, as most protocols are not charged; easier configuration, as it is integrated on the system; and higher access to protocols functions, performance and diagnostics features that would not be possible with the external component. The technical support is also simplified as it is only provider