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OpinionISA President's Column: Saying Goodbye to a Challenging Year, and Looking to the Future
In his December column, 2020 International Society of Automation (ISA) President Eric Cosman reflects on his presidency and looks ahead to 2021. -
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ISA President's Column: Saying Goodbye to a Challenging Year, and Looking to the Future
In his December column, 2020 International Society of Automation (ISA) President Eric Cosman reflects on his presidency and looks ahead to 2021. -
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ISA President's Column: Saying Goodbye to a Challenging Year, and Looking to the Future
In his December column, 2020 International Society of Automation (ISA) President Eric Cosman reflects on his presidency and looks ahead to 2021. -
OpinionISA President's Column: Achieving Our Vision of a Better ISA
In his November column, 2020 International Society of Automation (ISA) President Eric Cosman discusses the new by-laws and progress on the strategic plan. -
OpinionISA President's Column: Putting the 'I' Into ISA
In his October column, 2020 International Society of Automation (ISA) President Eric Cosman discusses ideas to give the Society a more international scope. -
OpinionISA President's Column: Coach, Share, Learn, and Grow
In his September column, 2020 International Society of Automation (ISA) President Eric Cosman discusses upcoming virtual events and conferences. -
OpinionISA President's Column: Developments, Milestones, and Common Themes
In this monthly column, 2020 International Society of Automation (ISA) President Eric Cosman reviews election results and introduces the new ISA Connect. -
OpinionISA President's Column: From Interest and Opinion to Involvement and Ownership
In this monthly column, 2020 International Society of Automation (ISA) President Eric Cosman encourages members to get more involved. -
OpinionISA President's Column: ISA Community, Let Your Voice Be Heard
In this monthly column, 2020 International Society of Automation (ISA) President Eric Cosman encourages members to pitch in and shape the future. -
FeatureCOVID-19 and Industrial Cybersecurity: Studies in Risk Response
COVID-19 and industrial cybersecurity discussions both provoke similar reactions. The psychology of risk response can explain why. -
OpinionISA President's Column: Effective Collaboration in Committees, Assemblies, and Departments
The International Society of Automation (ISA) President Eric Cosman will be featured on the ISA Interchange blog monthly with a column directed toward ISA members around the world. -
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Industrial Cybersecurity Must Focus on Protecting Operational Technology
Despite widespread awareness of cybersecurity issues and availability of training competency & preparedness remain varied in the industrial landscape. -
OpinionTo Sustain Growth in 2019 and Beyond, ISA Must Capitalize on Its Strengths and Opportunities
ISA's success depends on its ability to seize key opportunities while continuing to deliver value, both to individual members and to the global automation community. -
OpinionOctober’s Annual Leaders Conference: An Opportunity for Face-To-Face Engagement and Celebration of Society Contributions
ISA has created a continuous improvement culture that sets a framework for sustainable growth and value for members, automation professionals, and customers. -
OpinionWorking Together to Keep ISA Focused on Achieving Its Critical Objectives
ISA provides opportunities for members and leaders to interact with their peers so they can learn about the latest trends in their industries -
OpinionWith an Experienced New Executive at the Helm, ISA Is Confident, Secure in Its Direction
ISA's new Executive Director Mary Ramsey is a dynamic, experienced leader with a deep understanding of industrial automation, process control, and related industries. -
OpinionISA Uniquely Qualified to Prepare Automation Professionals for the Challenges of the Future
As the global association of automation and control professionals, ISA is well-positioned to prepare the next generation of engineers and technicians for the challenges and opportunities ahead. -
OpinionISA to Conduct New and Improved Events in Coming Months
High on the priority list for the second half of the year is encouraging strong turnout at several high-profile ISA events. -
OpinionEngage in Important ISA Activities, Events and Opportunities During the Summer
Focus on upcoming events and training opportunities, governance activities, and ISA's extensive cybersecurity training programs and resources. -
OpinionISA Executive Board Approves New Vision and Mission Statements
ISA’s new vision is to create a better world through automation. The organization's new mission statement is to advance technical competence by connecting the automation community to achieve operation -
OpinionAre You Getting the Most out of Your ISA Membership?
ISA membership costs just $120 per year and gives you access to dozens of benefits. But even more than these line items, it gives you a way to belong to the profession that you’ve chosen for your life -
OpinionISA Will Grow and Succeed by Meeting the Needs of Both Members and Customers
ISA provides members with opportunities to gain knowledge, skills, leadership development, and friendship. There are also opportunities to give back, through collaboration, mentorship, volunteerism, s -
OpinionISA’s Future Is Quickly Approaching, and Industrial Cybersecurity Will Play a Critical Role
ISA offers real solutions to mitigate cybersecurity risks. The organization has the standards, training, and technical resources for manufacturers and other industry organizations to improve operation -
OpinionBroadening ISA’s Global Perspective
ISA is driven to focusing on the next generation of ISA Members. -
OpinionISA to Focus on Growth and Opportunity With the Promise of a New Year
ISA wants to make automation professionals better at what they do, to help their industries move forward. -
OpinionLeadership Transition Is a Process Not a Transaction
If thoughtfully planned and implemented, leadership transition can preserve the best of what is in place and open a path to new ways of thinking. -
OpinionTake Advantage of the Opportunities at ISA’s Fall Leaders Meeting
ISA leaders meet twice per year to assess the state of the Society, consider strategies and actions to improve operational results, conduct training sessions for new leaders, plan for leadership succe -
OpinionA New and Different Direction for ISA
ISA President Steven Pflantz says at some point, you have to nudge things along in an attempt to affect a change and move in a positive direction. -
OpinionExplaining Automation: Keep It Simple, Relevant, Relatable
ISA President Steven Pflantz notes the vast majority of people do not have a clear understanding of what industrial automation is and why it is important. -
OpinionYou Have a Voice in Helping to Shape ISA’s Future
ISA President Steven Pflantz encourages ISA members to make a more conscious effort to talk about ISA and their experience. -
OpinionFIRST Participants Show What an Open, Creative Mindset Can Achieve
ISA President Steven Pflantz says ISA members can learn from the bright, extremely motivated youth participating in FIRST and other STEM programs. -
OpinionShaping the Future of Our Profession and Association
ISA President Steven Pflantz says ISA members should seek opportunities to serve as advocates and ambassadors for the industrial automation profession. -
OpinionISA Needs to Change, but How?
ISA President Steven Pflantz says change requires a mindset shift. The organization needs to view change as an ongoing reality, not a temporary phenomenon. -
OpinionLeadership Requires Embracing the Demands of Change
Steven Pflantz, president of ISA 2017, stresses that achieving ISA's potential lies in willingness and ability to change and act as a catalyst for it. -
OpinionBuilding on ISA’s Financial and Operational Success
Steven Pflantz, president of ISA 2017, pledges to build on ISA’s financial and operational success by leveraging core strengths and capabilities. -
OpinionPutting the Pedal to the Metal
In 2016 ISA continued to build on its efforts, refining objectives and better integrating processes to ensure continuity. -
OpinionAutomation Appreciation Month Promotes Careers in Industrial Automation
Young people welcome career guidance and encouragement from ISA professionals participating in Automation Appreciation Month programs and events. -
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Ain't No Stopping Us Now
ISA is creating a continuous improvement culture that sets a framework for sustainable growth and relevance. -
OpinionThe Leadership Challenge: Priming the Pump
The ISA goal is to design more appealing, manageable, and flexible commitment options, including those with shared leadership and responsibility roles. -
OpinionThe Decision to Volunteer: The Why, How, and a Personal Call to Action
Volunteers contribute their time for both altruistic (other-serving) and instrumental (self-serving) reasons. -
OpinionHow Can ISA Best Meet My Needs?
The more you put into your ISA membership, the more you’ll benefit from our many programs. -
OpinionWhy Do Automation Professionals Join ISA?
Membership with ISA has many benefits, including a variety of training, mentoring, and networking programs. -
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ISA Relies on Your Input to Continually Improve
ISA is listening. Share your views and opinions, what matters most to you, your likes and dislikes. -
OpinionISA Is Committed to Expanding Its Global Presence
ISA is committed to representing the needs and expectations of automation professionals throughout the world. -
OpinionSustaining ISA’s Tradition of Strong Volunteer Leadership
ISA President Jim Keaveney tackles the issue of leadership and showcases ISA's extensive network of volunteers. -
OpinionAligning ISA Messaging and Resources to the Critical Needs of Customers and Prospects
ISA plans to take its messages to the market through every possible avenue, including via volunteers, sections, divisions and partners. -
OpinionSetting ISA’s Priorities for 2016 and Beyond
New ISA President Jim Keaveney details the priorities for 2016: alignment, leadership, globalization, and the voice of the customer. -
OpinionISA Progress in 2015 Reflects Sound Strategic Direction
ISA has made significant strides in achieving its five long-term strategic goals of content, data, coolest delivery, cybersecurity and advocacy. -
OpinionAn Opportunity to Celebrate ISA’s Successes and Build on Its Achievements
As ISA continues to plan for a successful 2016, President Rick Roop surveys the many achievements of 2015 in his monthly message to members . -
OpinionISA is Enhancing its Capabilities to Deliver Timely, Relevant Content
ISA is dedicated to delivering timely, relevant content on important topics to meet the career enhancement & professional needs of the automation community.