Software Defined Automation

Software Defined Automation (SDA) is an industrial automation company based in Boston, founded in 2021 or 2022. The company specializes in Industrial DevOps solutions for programmable logic controllers (PLCs), aiming to modernize industrial automation by integrating IT best practices into operational technology environments. SDA has raised $10 million and received the 2024 Frost & Sullivan Global Entrepreneurial Company of the Year Award for its innovative approach. SDA offers an Industrial DevOps platform that manages PLC projects across various vendors, providing features like automated backups, version control, and secure remote access. The company also provides virtual PLC management to reduce hardware dependency and enable API-based microservices architecture. Additionally, SDA's AI-driven tools generate automated code documentation and offer predictive maintenance insights, while its robust OT security protocols ensure secure management of industrial assets. The company targets automation engineers in the manufacturing and industrial sectors, focusing on improving factory uptime and operational efficiency.