Bruchsal, Nuremberg, Fachpack, 22.08.2025 • OrchestrationSuite from SEW EURODRIVE is a cloud-based platform for the centralized, software orchestration of multi-vendor automation landscape. This scalable tool facilitates the centralized management and reliable operation of cutting-edge IT methods in an OT environment.
Modern production environments typically feature a large number of heterogeneous automation components – from PLCs and motion controllers to robots from a range of manufacturers. This diversity leads to a lot of administrative work due to the different engineering tools, local software installations and manual updates that are involved. OrchestrationSuite from SEW‑EURODRIVE counters this complexity by providing a centralized, web-based platform for the vendor-independent management, versioning, and backing up of automation software across different systems, sites, and manufacturers. Integrated tools or backup pipelines are used to back up and distribute software, even for whole categories of devices such as PLCs, drives, and robots, and for different types of software – without the need to open the engineering environment. Even without manufacturer APIs, back-ups can still be created via FTP/SFTP, providing maximum transparency and reliable recovery strategy.
The cloud-based architecture enables access via a web browser without any need to install software locally. Engineering tools are provided in the cloud. Communication with the field devices is encrypted and performed via VPN. The Platform enables functions such as software deployment, backup, version management, code comparisons and remote access – independent of the vendor.
Besides supporting systems from SEW‑EURODRIVE, the interoperable platform is also compatible with third-party devices and integrates DevOps methods – technology that improves cooperation between development and IT operations and speeds up software distribution directly from the shop floor. An AI Factory Agent integrated into the platform helps with code analysis and document generation, easing the burden on engineering teams and improving the quality of software development.
Thanks to its cloud-based architecture, the OrchestrationSuite can be scaled as required and access can be provided to machinery and equipment across sites. User rights are assigned via role-based access control (RBAC), which can also provide temporary access rights for external technical specialists. Engineering software preinstalled in the cloud, including license management, makes work easier – all without any need for installation or updates. By providing remote access to systems, the OrchestrationSuite shortens unplanned downtime and thus supports cost-effective, sustainable production.
With OrchestrationSuite, SEW-EURODRIVE provides a cloud-based platform for centralized, manufacturer-independent software management in automation technology. This scalable tool enables centralized management and secure use of modern IT methods in an OT environment.