Is Combining SCADA and MES a Good Idea? System consolidation offers a number of cost and complexity reduction benefits. But when it comes to mission critical systems, do the benefits outweigh the risks? A system integrator who’s worked with manufacturers who have done this offer his insights. May 12th, 2021 Technology convergence is well-known in nearly every sector. We’ve all seen it happen in the consumer tech sector, most notably as our cell phones transformed into smartphones that allow us to make and receive phone calls, visit websites, provide GPS travel directions, conduct video meetings, take high quality photos, and much more.