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Jim Pinto

Jim Pinto is an industry analyst and commentator, writer, technology entrepreneur, investor and futurist. You can email him at: [email protected]. Or look at his poems, prognostications and predictions on his website: http://www.JimPinto.com. Read extracts from his new book, “Automation Unplugged” at: http://www.jimpinto.com/writings/unplugged.html

 

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  • Manufacturing strategies in the global environment

    Manufacturing strategies in the global environment

    Over the past decade, many companies have adopted new strategies for manufacturing, which has taken competitiveness on to new planes. A whole array of initiatives have been introduced, collectively labeled "new wave manufacturing."
    By: Jim Pinto
    13 November, 2007 | 7 minutes
  • A short history of Automation growth

    A short history of Automation growth

    Since automation is such a fragmented business, all the larger (multi-billion $) companies are mostly a conglomeration of products and services; each product segment generates relatively small volume, but lumped together they form sizeable businesses.
    By: Jim Pinto
    24 April, 2007 | 7 minutes
  • Investing in human capital, people assets

    Investing in human capital, people assets

    By: Jim Pinto
    09 February, 2007 | 6 minutes
  • Honeywell Culture Drives for Leadership

    With annual revenue of about $30B and current market-cap of about $ 32B, Honeywell is arguably the largest US-based automation company. The company operates with four segments: Aerospace, Automation & Control Solutions, Specialty Materials, and Transportation Systems. Here’s an updated view of the corporate culture.
    By: Jim Pinto
    12 September, 2006 | 6 minutes
  • The Future of Industrial Automation

    The Future of Industrial Automation

    In the new and different manufacturing environment of the 21st century, the companies that can adapt, innovate and utilize global resources will generate significant growth and success.
    By: Jim Pinto
    02 July, 2003 | 5 minutes
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