Machine visibility
How small can a useful machine-monitoring pilot be?
Updated
MDC-MaxSmart Edge
Direct answer
A useful pilot can start with a small but representative machine group. Include enough variety to test the likely connection methods and enough operational significance to reveal a real constraint. The first deliverable should be trusted state and timeline data, not a polished plant-wide dashboard.
Practical checkpoint
Choose machines that represent both an important production area and the connection complexity you will face when scaling.