MR. JOSE GRANERO NUEDA

Q.Could you briefly overview the company and explain its role within the larger Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) ecosystem?

N3uron Connectivity Systems is a company founded by system integrators with decades of experience in the energy sector, committed to helping organizations unlock the full potential of their industrial data. Through our flagship product, the N3uron platform, we empower companies to transform complex, siloed data into actionable insights, driving smarter decisions and greater efficiency. By bridging the gap between data and operations, N3uron enables businesses to streamline workflows, reduce operational costs, and improve overall productivity. Our solutions are trusted by leading organizations worldwide. For instance, N3uron is the standard data hub gateway for Adani, deployed across all their renewable power plants, as well as a cornerstone of the digital architecture for TotalEnergies, Sonnedix, Greenko, and many more. These companies rely on N3uron not only for its scalability and cost efficiency but also for its ability to prevent vendor lock-in and future-proof their operations in an era of rapid technological change. By adopting N3uron, they gain a robust, adaptable platform that supports their growth and innovation while ensuring they remain competitive in today’s evolving industrial landscape.

Q.How does N3uron handle data normalization,standardization, and contextualization in the context of industrial data to ensure it is useful and actionable for businesses?

Raw industrial data is often fragmented and lacks the context needed to be actionable. N3uron addresses these challenges by transforming complex, unstructured data into standardized and meaningful information that businesses can rely on for better decision-making. One of the platform’s key capabilities is its ability to create a unified data model, enabling the seamless integration of diverse data sources such as inverters, trackers, weather stations, batteries, PLCs, databases and SCADA systems, just to name a few. This unified approach normalizes data—ensuring consistent formats and units—and contextualizes it by adding metadata, such as data source details, operational limits, and units of measurement. By breaking down silos and organizing data into a single source of truth that propagates from the edge to the cloud, N3uron ensures that businesses have access to consistent and reliable information across the entire organization. Another great aspect is Templates, which make everything so much easier for users. Instead of starting from scratch every time, users can create reusable configurations for their data models. These Templates help ensure consistency across different assets and systems, save time during setup, and simplify the entire process of organizing and contextualizing data — especially for large-scale or distributed operations. What’s also worth mentioning is that N3uron processes and contextualizes data directly at the edge, where it’s generated, to reduce latency and prepare it for seamless integration into cloud systems or enterprise applications. This edgedriven approach not only improves the timeliness of insights but also reduces costs associated with cloud processing and storage. By ensuring that all data is accessible, standardized, and ready for analysis, N3uron empowers businesses to make real-time, informed decisions, enhancing operational efficiency and supporting long-term strategic planning.

Q.In what manner do you think the company ensures the security of industrial data, particularly in environments with sensitive operational data, on its platform?

At N3uron, we understand that security is absolutely critical, particularly in environments with highly sensitive operational processes, such as those in sectors like energy or water supply. That’s why N3uron was designed with a comprehensive set of security features to ensure the integrity, confidentiality, and availability of industrial data. We are committed to staying ahead of emerging cybersecurity threats by continuously integrating the latest advancements in cybersecurity into N3uron. This ensures that our solution evolves alongside industry standards and best practices, allowing us to provide our customers with robust protection against ever-changing risks while maintaining compliance with stringent regulatory requirements. One of the platform’s key security measures is end to-end encryption, using TLS to secure data during transmission and prevent unauthorized access. Additionally, role-based access control (RBAC) ensures that only authorized personnel can access specific data. N3uron also supports integration with Active Directory through LDAP, enabling organizations to centralize user authentication and access management. This streamlines security administration, ensuring that permissions are managed efficiently and consistently across the organization. For infrastructures requiring heightened security, our Data Diode module ensures unidirectional data flow, preventing incoming traffic to the critical network. Moreover, N3uron’s use of outbound-only connections eliminates the need to open inbound ports in the plant’s firewall, drastically reducing the risk of unsolicited traffic and enhancing overall network security. To further protect sensitive data, N3uron employs an edge-first processing approach, which processes and contextualizes data directly at the source. This minimizes exposure to external networks, reduces latency, and enhances responsiveness. These features, among others, combined with compliance with industry standards such as NERCCIP, ensure that N3uron provides a secure and reliable platform for critical operations. By integrating these advanced capabilities and maintaining a forward-looking approach to cybersecurity, we give our customers confidence that their industrial data is protected, enabling them to focus on operational excellence and innovation.

Q.How would you approach resolving data inconsistency issues caused by communication problems between the industrial system and the cloud application?

 Communication issues are almost inevitable in industrial environments, but they don’t have to compromise the reliability of your data. N3uron platform handles these challenges effortlessly with features designed to maintain consistency and prevent data loss. A great example is our Links Storeand-Forward mechanism, which ensures that no data is lost during outages. If a connection between N3uron nodes or to the cloud is interrupted, the N3uron node automatically stores the undelivered data locally. Once the connection is restored, the data is forwarded seamlessly, filling in any gaps and maintaining a complete historical record. This way, even during a disruption, data integrity is never at risk. We use efficient communication protocols like Links, MQTT and Sparkplug, which are designed to handle intermittent connections gracefully. These protocols only transmit changes or updates rather than entire datasets, optimizing bandwidth and ensuring data flows smoothly, even in less-than-ideal conditions. Another critical aspect is our edge-first approach. N3uron processes and contextualizes data at the source, where it’s generated, before sending it to the cloud. By doing this, the platform ensures that the data is already validated and ready for use, reducing the chance of inconsistencies even in the face of connectivity problems. With these capabilities, N3uron doesn’t just resolve data inconsistency issues—it anticipates and prevents them, providing a resilient system that organizations can trust for reliable, uninterrupted data.

Q. Would you explain how operations teams can utilize the company’s data aggregation and analysis tools to enhance decision-making, minimize downtime, and improve product quality?

Absolutely. What operations teams need most is clarity—one place where they can see the big picture and the details at the same time. N3uron makes this possible by offering a unified interface that’s intuitive yet powerful. Teams can use it to create custom, web-based HMI and SCADA applications, where both real-time and historical data can be visualized in dynamic dashboards. Whether they’re tracking KPIs, analyzing trends, or directly controlling equipment, all the tools they need are accessible from one seamless platform—anywhere, anytime. The beauty of this approach is how it simplifies decision-making. Instead of toggling between systems or relying on fragmented data, everything is consolidated into one place. This means teams aren’t just reacting to problems as they arise—they’re anticipating them. For instance, by spotting unusual patterns or anomalies in the data, they can address potential issues before they lead to downtime, keeping operations running smoothly When it comes to product quality, N3uron’s ability to contextualize and analyze data really shines. By connecting the dots across various systems and processes, teams can pinpoint inefficiencies or inconsistencies and adjust in real time. It’s the kind of insight that ensures consistent, high-quality output while reducing waste and optimizing resources. At the end of the day, N3uron isn’t just a tool for data— it’s a tool for action. It brings all the information teams need into one place, so they can focus less on finding answers and more on implementing solutions.

Q. How do you see the company evolving to support the next generation of industrial systems with the rise of edge computing and AI-powered industrial automation, and what features will you prioritize for future growth?

The future is all about adaptability and intelligence, and that’s where we’re steering N3uron. Industrial systems are becoming smarter, faster, and more decentralized, and N3uron is evolving right alongside them. We see our role as not just keeping up with these changes but actively driving innovation in how organizations manage and act on their data. Edge computing is already a cornerstone of what we do, but we’re constantly refining this capability. We’re focused on creating even more robust edgeto-cloud integrations that make processing and decision-making at the edge seamless. This ensures organizations can respond faster and more efficiently while reducing reliance on centralized systems. AI and machine learning are also massive opportunities for the next wave of industrial automation. N3uron already enables this by integrating seamlessly with third-party applications and services, empowering users to identify patterns, predict failures, and optimize operations in real time. This integration allows organizations to leverage cutting-edge AI-driven analytics without compromising on flexibility or performance. Another priority is maintaining flexibility. Industries are changing fast, and organizations need platforms that can grow with them. Whether it’s through modularity, new standards, or tighter interoperability, we’re committed to ensuring that N3uron remains future-proof. At the same time, we’re doubling down on our commitment to simplicity. As systems become more powerful, they also risk becoming more complex. Our goal is to deliver advanced tools that feel intuitive, so users spend less time configuring systems and more time solving problems and driving innovation. In short, we’re evolving N3uron to be more than just a data platform—it’s becoming an intelligent partner that helps organizations achieve more with less effort, no matter how the landscape changes.

 Q. How will the company ensure its solutions remain future-proof, especially with the rapid advancements of emerging technologies like AI and machine learning in the industrial sector?

That’s a great question. At N3uron, future-proofing has always been a top priority. We’ve built N3uron to adapt to technological advancements so that our customers can seamlessly integrate innovations like AI, machine learning, or any emerging tools without needing to overhaul their systems. One of the key ways we achieve this is through our modular architecture. It allows customers to scale and evolve their systems as their needs change. For instance, if they want to incorporate AI-driven analytics or adopt a new protocol, it’s as simple as adding a module, without disrupting their existing setup. We also place a strong emphasis on open standards and interoperability. This means our customers aren’t locked into a specific vendor or technology. They have the flexibility to adopt whatever tools or innovations they choose, knowing that N3uron will integrate seamlessly with those systems. Another critical area is our edge-first approach. With industries shifting toward decentralized processing, N3uron is already enabling organizations to process data where it’s generated. This is especially important for AI-powered applications that require real-time responsiveness, and it’s something we’re constantly enhancing to stay ahead of the curve. Finally, we’re continually updating the platform to incorporate advancements in technology and align with industry standards. It’s about staying flexible and proactive so that our customers are ready for whatever comes next, whether it’s smarter systems, new industrial challenges, or entirely new technologies