versiondog

Features of versiondog

The versiondog system is a modern change management application specifically designed for today’s industrial automation. It brings a variety of features focused on improving equipment visibility, ease of use and security, while offering a simple installation process and maximum value to the business.

• Smart Compare – a simplified comparison process that does not require the vendor software.
• Permissions based clients – provides easy training and deployment for the various user access levels required.
• Non-connected Backup – utilize a laptop and physical cable to perform a backup for devices not on the network.
• Reporting – create and save on-demand reports based on tracked changes and other system data.
• Factory Floor Status – current status of the backup and compare jobs with results, based on the latest version
• Library Management – track changes of reusable blocks found in device standard libraries.
• Active Directory – simplify user management with direct integration to Microsoft Active Directory.

Components of automation change management

1 – Backup

versiondog can run on-demand or by schedule to automatically backup and secure all of your industrial automation programming. A centralized archive is used to manage each revision which ensures a complete history of the changes made. In the event of non-networked devices, the versiondog Backup Client can be used to capture and restore the programming of unconnected equipment.

2 – Compare

Comparison can be done automatically with triggered alerts when changes are detected, or manually using a client. In most cases, the versiondog Smart Compare process does not require the vendor software, enabling a simplified comparison process. Detailed analysis can be done to drill down into graphical representations of the exact changes. In addition, compare reports can even be viewed independently of the automation equipment program for at-a-glance management review.

3 – Restore

In the event that a piece of equipment is damaged, or an unauthorized or bad change was made, versiondog can restore a previously saved revision of the program ensuring your process is returned to operation as quickly as possible. Saving time versus having to hunt through file directories or spreadsheets to track down the latest release.

4 – Audits, Analysis & Security

versiondog change management provides increased security to your industrial automation assets by securing the programs from alteration. User security can be assigned so that only authorized users have permission to modify automation programming. In addition, versiondog reporting provides detailed analysis of changes and supports documentation according to international standards such as ISO 900x, GMP, GAMP, VDA6.4 and FDA 21 CFR 11.

versiondog Supported Devices / Software