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August 21, 2025  |  by Suzzette Rainey

Why AUTOSOL Communication Manager (ACM) Outperforms Other Middleware in Oil & Gas

In industrial automation, reliable communication is everything. SCADA, measurement, and enterprise systems depend on accurate, timely data to keep operations safe, compliant, and profitable. But not all communication platforms are created equal.

Many companies start with other middleware solutions that focus on protocol conversion. While they can be useful for small projects, they often fall short when scaled to the demands of mission-critical operations – especially in oil & gas. That’s where AUTOSOL Communication Manager (ACM) comes in.

For nearly 40 years, AUTOSOL has been delivering data communication solutions trusted by operators, pipelines, and integrators across North America. ACM isn’t just another driver server – it’s as platform engineered for high-stakes environments, backed by a roadmap that evolves with customer needs.

Built for Oil & Gas. Ready for Any Industry.

ACM was designed from the ground up to handle the unique complexity of oil & gas communications – large device counts, diverse protocols, strict compliance, and the need for secure, nonstop uptime.

Unlike other solutions that “check the box” on protocol conversion, ACM delivers:

Massive Scalability – Connect many thousands of devices on a single server.

Advanced Scheduling & Polling Tools – Optimized for high-volume measurement and SCADA data.

Seamless Legacy-to-Modern Integration – Bridge older devices with IIoT protocols like MQTT Sparkplug B.

Security & Compliance – Proven in regulated industries where accuracy and uptime are non-negotiable.

Backed by 24/7, North American-Based Support

Technology is only as strong as the team behind it. AUTOSOL’s technical support team is known across the industry for its responsiveness, deep expertise, and around-the-clock availability.

We don’t just support our customers – we listen to them. Many ACM features and enhancements are the direct result of user feedback, making the platform more powerful with every release,

Future-Proof Your SCADA and Measurement Systems

The future of industrial automation is connected, cloud-ready, and data-driven. ACM gives operators a safe path forward – modernizing without the cost and disruption of ripping out existing infrastructure,.

By adopting ACM, companies gain a future-proof communications backbone that evolves with their needs, whether that’s MQTT, advanced analytics, or secure enterprise integrations.

Conclusion

If your operations have outgrown other middleware, it’s time to consider the platform built for high-stakes environments. AUTOSOL Communication Manager (ACM) combines decades of oil & gas expertise with the scalability, reliability, and innovation needed to power the next generation of SCADA and measurement systems.