Motivations for the Fieldbus

Among the major motivations for the Fieldbus are the following.
Replacement of analog and digital (serial) point-to-point communication
technology with much superior digital communication network for high speed
ubiquitous and reliable communication within a harsh industrial environment.
Enhanced data availability from smart field bus devices needed for advanced
automation functions such as control, monitoring, supervision etc.
Easy configurability and interoperability of system components leading to an
easily installable, maintainable and upgradeable open system that leverages the
computing and networking hardware and software solutions