Frequently Asked Questions
Company
Who is TrendMiner?
TrendMiner, a Proemion company, was founded in 2008 with our global headquarters located in Belgium, and offices in the U.S., Germany, Spain and the Netherlands. TrendMiner has strategic partnerships with all major players such as Amazon, Microsoft, SAP, GE Digital, Siemens and Aveva, and offers standard integrations with a wide range of historians such as OSIsoft PI, Yokogawa Exaquantum, AspenTech IP.21, Honeywell PHD, GE Proficy Historian and Wonderware InSQL.
What is TrendMiner’s Mission?
Our mission is to design and deliver a fast, powerful, and intuitive platform that drives the adoption of data and analytics for everyone in industrial operations to make smarter data-driven decisions.
Software
What is TrendMiner?
TrendMiner is an advanced analytics software platform for operational specialists in the process manufacturing industries. Those specialists can use sensor generated time-series data to Analyze, Monitor and Predict production performance within its operational context. The software is based on patented pattern recognition technology and uses machine learning technology to provide recommendations in root cause performance analysis.
How does TrendMiner democratize data and analytics?
TrendMiner is fully focused on making each operational expert successful in using the available data. We have onboarding services, basic, advanced and coach training classes, both face-to-face, but in current times we do all of this remotely and we can offer engineers on demand, where specialists from our team help our customers support their team or even work on use cases. For unlocking data silos; to democratize data, we have consultants specializing in making integrations with 3rd party business applications and setting up context views and dashboards. With all these services we aim to get a team of users that will leverage their data and analytics to higher levels than we can, because they have the specific years process and asset expertise and experience that we do not have.
What are the key features of TrendMiner?
Key features of TrendMiner include interactive dashboards, advanced search and filter capabilities, predictive analytics, root cause analysis, and integrations with various data sources.
How does TrendMiner differ from other data analysis tools?
TrendMiner offers a unique combination of self-service analytics, automatic pattern recognition, and predictive capabilities that makes it easier to derive insights from operational data.
What kind of data can TrendMiner analyze?
TrendMiner can analyze any time-series data, including data from process historians, relational databases, and CSV files.
What industries can benefit from using TrendMiner?
TrendMiner is used by a variety of industries, including manufacturing, chemical, pharmaceutical, and energy, among others.
Results
What kind of performance improvements can I expect from using TrendMiner?
TrendMiner can significantly improve the speed and accuracy of data analysis tasks, leading to increased productivity and operational efficiency.
Can TrendMiner help optimize my manufacturing or production processes?
Yes, TrendMiner can help you optimize your manufacturing and production processes by identifying opportunities for improvement and predicting future performance.
What kind of return on investment (ROI) can I expect from using TrendMiner?
The ROI of using TrendMiner depends on various factors, such as the size and complexity of your operations, but many users have reported significant cost savings and efficiency improvements.
How customizable is TrendMiner to my specific business needs and goals?
TrendMiner is highly customizable to your specific business needs and goals, allowing you to create custom dashboards
Analysis, Monitoring, and Prediction
What kind of data can TrendMiner analyze?
TrendMiner can analyze any time-series data, including data from process historians, relational databases, and CSV files.
How does TrendMiner handle large datasets and complex analysis tasks?
TrendMiner is designed to handle large datasets and complex analysis tasks, using various algorithms and techniques to efficiently analyze and derive insights from your data.
Can TrendMiner be used for predictive analytics and forecasting?
Yes, TrendMiner includes advanced predictive analytics and forecasting capabilities to help you anticipate and prevent issues before they occur.
How does TrendMiner help identify and diagnose problems in my operations?
TrendMiner uses advanced algorithms and pattern recognition techniques to help you quickly identify and diagnose issues in your operations, reducing downtime and improving efficiency.
Deployment & Integration
How long does it take to get up and running with TrendMiner?
The implementation time for TrendMiner depends on the complexity of your data sources and your specific needs, but it typically takes a few weeks to get up and running.
Can TrendMiner integrate with my existing data management and analytics systems?
Yes, TrendMiner can integrate with various data sources and analytics systems, including OSIsoft PI, Wonderware, and SAP.
Support & Updates
What kind of technical support is available for TrendMiner users?
TrendMiner provides various technical support options, including email, phone, and online resources such as a knowledge base and community forums.
How often is TrendMiner updated with new features and capabilities?
TrendMiner is updated regularly with new features and capabilities, usually on a quarterly basis.
Security
How secure is my data when using TrendMiner?
TrendMiner has various security measures in place to protect your data, including role-based access control, data encryption, and secure communications.