SIMATIC WinCC Companion

SIMATIC WinCC Companion The App for a smarter, faster, and easier use of WinCC! The SIMATIC WinCC Companion App enhances the operation of the SIMATIC WinCC SCADA system, optimizing it for new use cases – perfect for tablets and smartphones. Features in the Current Version: - Flexible Web Client – Easy access to WinCC WebUX - Mobile Authentication – Secure login via app Flexible Web Client – Smarter access to WinCC WebUX SIMATIC WinCC Companion expands HTML5 web access via WinCC WebUX, offering even greater flexibility and support for latest WinCC features: - Direct navigation to WinCC screens via deep links & personalized bookmarks - Organized lists, grouped by application areas (service, KPIs, status displays) - Centralized and transparent access to multiple WinCC systems with automated, encrypted login - Location-based bookmark display on a map or custom background images (e.g., plant layouts, floor plans) - QR/Barcode navigation for instant access to the relevant WinCC screens (multiple QR/Barcodes per bookmark supported) - Multi-Window view (iPad only): 1, 2, or 4 views for flexible work - The connection to the WebUX server now also supports virtual folders - Automatic scaling/zooming of screens depending on display resolution Mobile Authentication – Secure Login via App Cybersecurity is essential – but complex passwords can be inconvenient. The solution: - One-time linking of the mobile device with the WinCC user account via Bluetooth - Fast & secure login through biometric authentication via fingerprint - Contactless login to WinCC runtime station, with no changes to existing user rights SIMATIC WinCC Companion makes SIMATIC WinCC faster, easier, and more secure!