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Jack Smith

Jack Smith is senior contributing editor for Automation.com and Automation.com Monthly digital magazine, publications of ISA, the International Society of Automation. Jack is a senior member of ISA, as well as a member of IEEE. He has an AAS in Electrical/Electronic Engineering and experience in instrumentation, closed loop control, PLCs, complex automated test systems and test system design. Jack also has more than 20 years of experience as a journalist covering process, discrete and hybrid technologies.

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ISA100 Wireless Moves Forward

Wireless communication facilitates better data analytics, decreased downtime and more autonomous operations, with ISA100 often the best option for industrial applications.

By: Jack Smith

03 July, 2024 | 6 minutes
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Sustainability Beyond Disclosure and Regulation

How mandatory ESG reporting, and automation, can improve manufacturing operations and increase the bottom line.

By: Jack Smith

29 May, 2024 | 5 minutes
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Software Programmable Controller Advances Machine Safety

Software-programmable safety controller with modular hardware platform uses forward-looking technologies and end-to-end data availability.

By: Jack Smith

14 May, 2024 | 7 minutes

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