Hosts Phil Seboa and Ed Fuentes interview Jasper Louage from Mustry Solutions, focusing on unified namespace adoption, the shift to open-source platforms, and agile deployment methods. These topics equip manufacturers to break down data silos, improve integration speed, and future-proof their operations.

Moving to Event-Driven Unified Namespace Architectures

The biggest shift in industrial data integration today centers around unified namespace (UNS) adoption. Jasper Louage points out that, “It’s about going event driven, having all the data flowing into your ecosystem and not just going from point to point.” Instead of individual systems communicating directly, a unified namespace provides one place for all data to be accessed and acted upon. This allows both plant operators and business leaders to quickly respond to changes and drive performance improvements, solving what Ed Fuentes describes as the old challenge of getting shop floor data “into that IT layer to the CEO space…so the C-suite can start really understanding in real time what's occurring at the plant floor.” By moving toward event-driven designs, manufacturers can rapidly uncover inefficiencies and make informed decisions.

Embracing Open Source Platforms for Manufacturing Data

Open source technologies are gaining traction across industrial data systems, from edge connectivity to business analytics. Jasper Louage explains, “All the technology we’re using right now…all the good things, they’re all open source.” Tools like the United Manufacturing Hub, Grafana, and Odoo ERP allow teams to inspect code, build custom solutions, and benefit from global developer communities. Here, open source is more than transparency – it’s about flexibility, cost control, and rapid innovation. “I think the industry has a trend…industrial software to be a bit of a laggard on the IT space but…I think it will look very different. My bet is we’ll see some big contenders in open source,” Jasper Louage predicts. Manufacturers using open platforms can build systems suited to their own needs and adapt faster as requirements change.

Agile, MVP-Based Deployment for Fast Results

Manufacturers today pursue shorter deployment cycles, focusing on quick value delivery through agile methods and minimal viable products (MVPs). Jasper Louage shares that their approach is “pretty agile…with shorter sprints and having short MVPs as well,” and many projects deliver results within “two weeks into four weeks.” This direct involvement—such as spending time on the production floor and collaborating closely with line operators—uncovers real bottlenecks and priorities. The result is solutions that workers quickly adopt, dramatically improving both change management and project impact. Jasper Louage finds, “A lot of people think people find change so hard, but…most of our projects, we see people loving it when they finally get a tool they can do their jobs better with.” Agile deployment helps manufacturers respond to problems, reduce ongoing delays, and realize business value sooner.

Key Quote From The Episode

“It’s about going event driven, having all the data flowing into your ecosystem and not just going from point to point.” – Jasper Louage

Key Takeaways

• Jasper Louagehighlights the industry-wide move to event-driven unified namespaces, allowing seamless data flow and improved transparency.
• Open source platforms—like United Manufacturing Hub, Grafana, and Odoo—empower manufacturers to control costs, accelerate innovation, and retain flexibility.
• Agile MVP deployment delivers rapid results and builds internal support, as teams see quick wins and reduced resistance to change.

Wrap Up

Unified namespace architectures, open source platforms, and agile deployment form the backbone of future-ready manufacturing operations. Teams can start by mapping their existing data flows and considering an event-driven approach, piloting open source tools in non-critical areas, and setting up cross-functional groups tasked with rapid MVP cycles. Manufacturers who invest in these improvements will see reduced data silos, lower costs, improved operator satisfaction, and faster decision-making. For actionable steps, managers should connect with solution providers, trial open platforms, and focus on projects with fast ROI.

About the Guest

Jasper Louage is the founder of Mustry Solutions, a consultancy focused on open architecture, unified namespace, and industrial data operations for manufacturing clients. Driven by a passion for learning and practical solutions, he has helped organizations improve efficiency and data accessibility on the shop floor and in enterprise systems, through agile and open source-focused methods.

Connect with Jasper on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasper-louage/

Learn about Mustry Solutions: https://www.mustrysolutions.com