02/04/2026
In a nutshell: PDF flow charts, outdated documents, countless paper files – plants are slowing down the . How can you create real added value from these as-built documents? We talked to our Head of Development Stefan Kraus about this and what solution approach the current version of CADISON offers.
Stefan, why is the of existing systems so challenging?
Stefan Kraus: "For many existing systems, only flow diagrams are available. They cannot be evaluated and do not allow automated processes. Without consistent , , analytics, and Industry 4.0 applications remain impossible."
What are the requirements for ?
Stefan Kraus: "PDFs must be converted into , machine-readable . Pipelines, apparatus, measuring points – everything must be recognized, assigned and flexibly adaptable. This creates a database for the entire system life cycle."
How does solve this in practice?
Stefan Kraus: "CADISON imports PDFs, reads texts via , recognizes components with machine learning and converts them into intelligent objects. are linked, color-coded representations facilitate control. This creates a consistent model that fits directly into existing ."
Why is this topic so important?
Stefan Kraus: "Because it's more than : it's about knowledge transfer, continuity and future-proofing. CADISON turns static PDFs into data-driven P&IDs, reduces , makes informed decisions, and enables digital twins. At the same time, we are creating the prerequisites for applications – AI can only deliver real added value with linked, clean data."
