Big data and the changing role of QCS, PaperCon 2013

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Pulp and paper automation systems have been experiencing an exponential rise in the data they generate. New data sources such as fast, non-scanning measurements, vision-based sensors, process and quality vision system cameras are all producing different types of data at a relatively large rate. At the same time, “big data” revolution led by internet based companies are changing data management and processing from a centralized to a distributed operation. This paper explores the “information big bang” in the P&P automation segment, looks at the big data infrastructure and tools, and how these might change the role of automation in the pulp and paper industry, specifically the role of QCS.