AVEVA Edge replaces FactoryTalk

AVEVA Edge provides native import capabilities for Rockwell FactoryTalk applications, enabling modernization without starting from scratch.

Migration capabilities

AVEVA Edge includes a FactoryTalk Import Wizard add-on that converts FactoryTalk ME/SE applications to AVEVA Edge projects. This preserves engineering investments while enabling deployment to modern platforms including Linux edge devices.

What transfers

• Screen layouts and graphics
• Tag databases
• Alarm configurations
• Basic scripting logic

What requires rework

• Complex VBA scripts need conversion to AVEVA Edge scripting
• FactoryTalk-specific faceplates require redesign
• Security model differences need manual configuration
• Communication driver configurations may need adjustment

Why migrate

• Platform flexibility: Deploy to Linux, Windows, or embedded systems
• Web access: Native HTML5 thin clients vs. FactoryTalk ViewPoint licensing
• Mobile support: Built-in mobile access without additional modules
• Tag licensing: All features included regardless of tag count tier