My observation has been that both groups share common goals but differ on how best to accomplish them. To wit: both want to optimize production and operations, but they come at it from different lenses. Control engineers live in the world of OEE, real-time systems and immediate impacts to operations. They understand the value of good architecture, but it's mitigated by operational needs. Software developers, especially those who are graduating today, see the problems from an object-oriented perspective. Architecture has a higher value and takes precedence over immediacy. We mediate by acknowledging their shared goals and building upon them. Architecture founded on a shared metric such as OEE is a good place to start. One step at a time

Facilitate open communication in a neutral setting, using visuals or simulations to clarify concepts. Reference industry standards to guide decisions and propose collaborative solutions, such as modular or hybrid designs. Document all agreements to ensure accountability and avoid recurring conflicts. Finally, encourage cross-discipline learning to build mutual understanding and foster long-term collaboration.

From my experience, control engineers and software developers como from 2 different worlds. Control engineers are used to be at the "plant floor", where "things happens", and are much more close to the process and the product, dealing with production schedules and working with a focus on real-time. In the other hand, Soft engineers come from the "office" and "far away from what the company produces". But with the bloosoming of the Industry 4.0 and the convergence of OT/IT technologies, many projects make me act as a bridge between specialties, and the understanding of the language, methods, and needs of the other area was the first step. Also, a very good functional description of the project shows everyone's responsibility.

A Controls Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, and supervising electrical control systems, machinery, and equipment. They oversee projects from initial concept to installation and commissioning. A software engineer is a computer science professional who is responsible for the development of information systems, designing and building computer systems software and applications software. They often prefer to call themselves as a software developer or computer programmer. They have substantial knowledge of programming languages, software development, and computer operating systems, and other technologies. Each one considers himself a superhero in the face of the other!

1.Facilitating regular meetings to discuss challenges and align on project goals. 2.Try to talk using common terms so that it minimizes misunderstanding. 3.let allow everyone in team understand other member roles and responsibility.