Integrated, intelligent MCCs have dedicated software that delivers a window into the motor control center and related equipment. MCC software eliminates creating costly customized MCC screens within operator interface software, yielding a “plug and play” solution usable by computer novices. The following checklist identifies benchmarks for integrated, intelligent MCC software, next generation, integrated, intelligent MCCs are current technology. The design streamlines installation, set-up, and changes; delivers real-time monitoring of the MCC; and easily integrates into a facility-wide network.