About

Our Story

ASQI LLC was founded to bridge a critical gap in industrial automation consulting: the need for industrial expertise combined with software development in the IT/OT convergence space.

Too many manufacturers struggle with outdated ERP systems, complex migrations, and the challenge of securing operational technology, but lack access to consultants who truly understand both the legacy systems and cutting-edge solutions.

We specialize in FactoryTalk Optix, Ignition SCADA, and custom software development, with a unique focus on platform-agnostic architectures that work with your existing infrastructure. Whether you're running Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or multi-vendor equipment, we design solutions that integrate seamlessly across your entire operation.

Carter Gray

Founder & Lead Consultant

Carter brings a rare combination of controls engineering, software development expertise, and hands-on manufacturing experience to every project. With a Master's in Advanced Manufacturing from Colorado School of Mines and a background spanning pharmaceutical, packaging, and water, he understands the real-world constraints and compliance requirements that make industrial automation uniquely challenging.

As Senior Controls Engineer at a Packaging OEM, Carter led a FactoryTalk Optix HMI migration while developing embedded C# to automate tasks like startup and reporting. Previously at Matrix Technologies, he designed custom SCADA applications, developed data pipelines, and integrated complex systems for pharmaceutical clients under GAMP5 and FDA regulations.

Core Expertise

FactoryTalk Optix Development — NetLogic/C# programming, Info Models, HMI architecture
Ignition SCADA — Perspective/Vision development, UDT design, historian integration
IT/OT Integration — MES systems, SQL-based data pipelines, ERP connectivity
Multi-Platform Communication — OPC UA, MQTT, database integration across vendors
Full-Stack Development — Python, C#/.NET, React, SQL. Bridging automation and enterprise IT

Notable Projects

OEM Optix Migration – Designed preliminary architecture and created custom training
City Water System — 16-asset migration, zero downtime
Custom C# ERP Software – For an Engineering Services Firm
Optix Development Support – for an OEM

Carter is also a Strategic AI Advisor at the University of Colorado Colorado Springs, helping shape curriculum for incorporating AI tools in enterprises.

Our Approach

We don't just implement software. We architect solutions that align with your operational goals, compliance requirements, and long-term technology roadmap.

Every project includes:

Assessment — Understanding your current systems, constraints, and objectives
Architecture — Designing scalable, maintainable solutions with your team's capabilities in mind
Implementation — Hands-on development with comprehensive documentation
Knowledge Transfer — Training and support to ensure your team can maintain and extend the system

Let's Work Together

Whether you're modernizing legacy systems, implementing new automation, or enhancing your OT security posture, ASQI brings the technical depth and practical experience to get it done right.