This document discusses smart instrument standards and digital technologies for industrial fieldbus systems. It provides an overview of common fieldbus protocols including HART, Profibus, Foundation Fieldbus, AS-I, and DeviceNet. Advantages of using fieldbus over traditional 4-20mA wiring are presented, such as wiring, hardware, documentation and engineering cost savings. Considerations for selecting the appropriate fieldbus based on technical requirements and business needs are outlined. Foundation Fieldbus and Profibus protocols are described in more detail. The role of Ethernet and TCP/IP in industrial communications is also discussed.