If you missed out on ProveIt! 2025—or just want to relive the highlights—this newsletter is for you. We’re recapping key moments from three industry experts who “proved” the power of hands-on demos, unfiltered discussions, and the future of industrial digital transformation. Read on for their top takeaways, plus a glimpse of what’s in store for ProveIt! 2026.
1. Jonathan Wise’s Perspective
“It was worth attending… I enjoyed that this event was unabashedly technical.”
– Jonathan Wise (CESMII)
Key Takeaways:
- Bridging the Gap: Jonathan was originally skeptical about UNS (Unified Namespace) versus CESMII’s standards-based approach. After ProveIt!, he sees growing harmony between these two paths.
- Standards & Evolution: MQTT alone can’t provide full namespace functionality or historical data, but frameworks like Sparkplug/B, VDMA Companion Specs, and CESMII’s new contextual API are bridging the gaps.
- Community & Collaboration: Passionate language aside, ProveIt! revealed how different communities—UNS advocates and standards-based groups—can unite to solve real manufacturing challenges.
Read Jonathan’s Full Reflections
2. Dylan DuFresne’s Perspective
“It means a real impact was made… 4.0 Solutions really Proved It here.”
– Dylan DuFresne (Abelara)
Key Takeaways:
- First-Year Success: Despite being the inaugural ProveIt! event, Dylan notes the energy and quality were on par with established conferences.
- Right-Sized Solutions: Many attendees were early in their Digital Transformation journey. Some vendors overshot with “Ferrari” solutions for “bicycle” budgets, but others nailed it with affordable, pilot-ready offerings.
- Technical Depth: Unlike typical trade shows, vendors came armed with real technical expertise—ready to answer tricky questions on protocols, data modeling, and more.
