In this episode, we shine a light on the part of IIoT that almost never gets attention — the slow, unglamorous job of connecting equipment. It’s the cables, drivers, protocols, missing manuals, and “why is this PLC from 1998 still here?” moments that quietly make every digital project possible. We talk about why this work matters so much, how it shapes everything that comes later, and why real progress often starts with fixing the small, stubborn things no one wants to touch. It’s a calm, honest reflection on the foundation of modern manufacturing — the work that isn’t flashy, but without it, nothing else runs. For deeper reading and more grounded insights, visit iiotblog.com.