Scott Brown
Director of Digital Innovation · IT/OT Architecture · Industrial AI Governance
About
I've spent over 30 years at the intersection of manufacturing operations and digital technology — from pharmaceutical clean rooms and GxP-validated data platforms to industrial automation and AI governance frameworks.
As Director of Digital Innovation at Polaris Automation, I build the governance frameworks, IT/OT reference architectures, and operating models that help manufacturers get real value from AI and data — without the vendor hype. My focus is on what actually delivers measurable outcomes: practical, phased implementations that respect plant floor reality while pushing what smart manufacturing can do.
Substance over hype. Plant floor over pitch deck.
Skills
IT/OT & Industrial
- IT/OT Architecture & iDMZ Design
- Unified Namespace (UNS)
- OT Cybersecurity & Zero Trust
- Smart Manufacturing & SCADA
- Information Modeling (CESMII/OPC UA)
Data & AI
- Industrial AI Governance
- Semantic Layer Development
- Manufacturing Data Platforms
- Machine Learning (Stanford certified)
- Model Context Protocol (MCP)
Approach
- Governance-First Implementation
- Human-in-the-Loop Design
- Phased, Measurable Rollouts
- Build vs. Partner Discipline
- Substance Over Hype
Interests
Technology & Innovation
Exploring emerging technologies and their potential to solve real-world problems.
Nature & Landscapes
Finding inspiration in natural beauty and the timeless appeal of monochromatic landscapes.
Minimalist Design
Appreciating the power of simplicity and purposeful design in both digital and physical spaces.