Technology Record - Issue 38: Autumn 2025

145 SCG Chemicals uses AVEVA Predictive Analytics to monitor the performance of its assets and troubleshoot before issues occur actionable recommendations so they can respond proactively to challenges and drive continuous improvement. Microsoft is a key technology partner in this journey. How does AVEVA leverage Microsoft Azure and AI tools to enhance its offerings? Modern analytics services require the power of cloud technology to make the most of available data volumes at scale. CONNECT, hosted on Azure, enables the sharing of data across multiple formats to construct machine learning (ML) models, share insights around the globe, and access the wide ecosphere of AI and ML applications. AVEVA Process Simulation is a great example of an Azure-powered solution, but how is it helping chemical companies to optimise operations and accelerate innovation? AVEVA Process Simulation is a powerful route for plant optimisation, combining firstprinciple and AI-hybrid modelling. The results of these models are compared against real-time process data for an open loop advisory system. The cloud infrastructure enables these results to be shared across the enterprise, so both subject matter experts and end users can make informed decisions. Can you share a real-world example showcasing how AVEVA and Microsoft have delivered measurable impact for a chemical customer? The problem with traditional data historians is in the name – they track history and past events. Advanced analytics enable users to look ahead, troubleshooting before issues even occur. Companies like SCG Chemicals use AVEVA Predictive Analytics to drive asset reliability to astonishing levels, saving millions. Connecting people and data through AI accelerates the journey from insight to response, from process uptime and maintenance costs. ISU Chemical pairs proprietary ML models with AVEVA’s Process Simulation to model process performance and project process yield with greater than 99 per cent accuracy. Process companies use CONNECT advanced analytical services to model process outcomes and project quality parameters to adjust operating conditions INDUSTRIALS & MANUFACTURING Photo: SCG Chemicals

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