IBL systems are suitable for networked production: thanks to open interfaces such as SMEMA, Hermes and IPC-CFX, they can be easily integrated into existing MES environments. As a result, the soldering process is not seen as an isolated step, but as part of an end-to-end networked production process. The systems record all relevant process parameters, from heating curves and soldering times to the vacuum profile. This data is available for quality assurance, traceability or preventive maintenance. This allows continuous optimization of processes based on real values. At the same time, IBL's system concepts enable flexible scaling of compact laboratory systems through to fully automated inline solutions.