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Too often, industrial automation marketing lacks modern methods and approaches. This part of ISA's blog series focuses on SEO and content marketing.

ICS security leaders and security operations centers face three major hurdles in 2021.

Aspen Technology, Inc., a global leader in asset optimization software, today announced that Vinythai Public Company Limited (Vinythai), a petrochemical company based in Thailand, has selected Aspen Mtell® software to achieve business sustainability via embedded artificial intelligence.

Brüel & Kjær Vibro (B&K Vibro), one of the leading worldwide independent suppliers of condition monitoring solutions for rotating machinery, has been acquired by NSK, a global organisation specialising in researching, designing and manufacturing motion and control solutions.

AI can best be described as a collection of different technologies brought together to enable a system—a process, asset or machine—to act with intelligence. For businesses, that means helping a system sense, comprehend, perform and learn, most often with the goal of optimizing performance, accuracy and quality.

ThruWave, the pioneer of 3D millimeter wave (mmWave) imaging for logistics and supply chain automation, welcomes Pieter Krynauw as Chief Executive Officer effective March 1, 2021.

Aftermarket unit of DENSO Corp. kicks off year of celebratory activities.

New research published by data-science consultancy Peak Indicators shows that UK manufacturers are outperforming other sectors in the economy in using data and analytics to inform decision making.

The combined solution expands smart manufacturing with first-mile plant and machine connectivity.

Phoenix Contact and students celebrate National Engineers Week with Mars rover simulation project.

For modern-day industrial applications, factory and field workers rely heavily on Mobile Data Terminals (MDTs) for situational awareness and vital on-site decisions–meaning wireless connectivity is more critical than ever.

Yokogawa Electric Corporation (TOKYO: 6841) and HIROTSU BIO SCIENCE INC. (HBS) announce that they have signed an investment and partnership agreement with the goal of expanding the use of HBS's N-NOSE® cancer screening test service, which utilizes the highly sensitive olfactory sensory functions of nematodes to detect cancer.

Automation professionals from the ISA Mentor Program answer a question about how to improve and prioritize feedforward and fast feedback control.

Sigfox migrates its infrastructure to Google Cloud to process billions of messages monthly and to develop new value–added services.

Harmonized missions leverage global UWB industry evolution.

Waylay, a leading enterprise software company at the forefront of the unified IT-OT digital transformation, and Cybus, top-tier software specialist for smart factory enablement, announced their combined offering in Industry 4.0 solutions.

"Rexroth ON LOCATION—The Future of Factory Automation" will feature world-class precision automation customer DWFritz Automation and their development of a highly complex automated assembly line.

FANUC America and Rockwell Automation officially formed a coalition to kick off accelerated work and learn apprenticeship programs designed to upskill current and future workers for jobs in advanced manufacturing, robotics and automation.

Columbia Marking Tools, Inc. announces the establishment of a new Advanced Part Marking Division (APMD) to provide marking tools, processes, machines, and equipment to the emerging electric and autonomous vehicle industry.

Combining top-notch engineering document management with leading facility and asset management and geographical databases to drive improved operations and boost safety.

The acquisition will expand Verizon’s robotic capabilities to power the future of robotic automation for enterprise customers.

SAP SE announced that it has acquired AppGyver Oy, a pioneer in no-code development platforms that enable users with no coding skills to build applications for Web and mobile uses.

Acquisition reinforces Baker Hughes’ commitment to accelerate the digital transformation of industrial assets, expanding reach in sectors including mining, power, manufacturing, and utilities.

Cisco and Amazon Web Services (AWS) have collaborated on an integration between AWS IoT Core and Cisco Edge Intelligence software.

Nexans is taking the next step in its Industry 4.0 revolution by integrating digital solutions into industrial processes.

Filled with unimaginable change caused by the pandemic, the manufacturing industry witnessed a perfect storm: a significant disruption in terms of business continuity, operational visibility, remote work, employee safety, and the list goes on. However, manufacturers have responded and are continually adapting as we all go through the recovery process. To help you accelerate this journey, announcing the Microsoft Cloud for Manufacturing, available for public preview by the end of June.

The premise behind zero trust access (ZTA) is that it’s not safe to trust anything inside or outside the network without first identifying and classifying all users and devices seeking access. The goal of ZTA is to eliminate all threats, whether they come from outside or within the network. This adoption of this strategy is vital in protecting OT systems, which often must interrogate both network users and a rapidly growing array of enabled Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) devices.

At this year’s ARC Industry Forum, held virtually, discussions covered how pandemic-related disruptions have pushed digitalization efforts, enhancing what can be delivered. Insights came from 200 speakers, including ExxonMobil, ADNOC and many others.

From trial to expansion–Autocam Medical partners with Freedom software to get the most out of its industrial assets and maximize profitability.

EOS North America to integrate and resell Siemens’ additive manufacturing (AM) software into its 3D printing systems.

The CODESYS TECH TALK Spring 2021 will focus on the latest and exiting innovations in all areas related to the engineering of controls systems which offers a unique opportunity for engineers to dive deeper into new scientific innovations and walk away with strategic insights on how to enhance manufacturing strategies and new technologies.

Cobots, or collaborative robots, take over gaps in manual labor and boost productivity for manufacturers as the COVID-19 pandemic continues.

Wrapping up a blog series discussing ICS cybersecurity myths, this post reviews current 2021 ICS cybersecurity trends.

A transaction manager controls the world between the operational-technology-centric PLC and the information-technology-centric SQL database so OT and IT systems can interoperate successfully and deliver promised benefits of digitalization.

Acuity Brands, Inc., announced it has agreed to sell its New York Digital Agency to Illuminations, Incorporated (I2), headquartered in West Chester, Penn., effective March 1, 2021.

Basler is presenting its current range of solutions in cooperation with strong partners such as NXP, NVIDIA, and AWS at the leading trade show for embedded technologies, which is being held purely digitally this year.

February 2021 marks a milestone 25th Anniversary for Columbia/Okura LLC as a premier provider of end-of-line automated palletizing and material handling solutions.

The journey of a global leader in connector & cable solutions.

In process charging eliminates the plug-in charging, making AGVs (automated guided vehicles) truly autonomous.

Canvass Analytics Inc., a global leader in industrial AI software, announced its AI platform has been deployed by two major energy companies to improve overall plant resiliency.

Valmet will deliver automation to Kapar Energy Ventures’ power plant in Malaysia.

FAULHABER is starting a new series of webinars on exciting topics, such as the development of noise in drive systems, in-depth application know-how and even on helpful tools such as the FAULHABER Motion Manager. Participation is free of charge. Only registration is required.

GEODIS has partnered with Robopac for an innovative mobile solution to increase efficiencies even further.

The latest Nozomi Networks OT/IoT Security Report finds supply chain and persistent ransomware attacks have increased security risks for enterprises worldwide.

The success of a digitalization project in a production facility depends on the organization's current position and its identification of areas of focus.

Partnerships and collaboration are the foundation that enables end-users and suppliers to develop complete solutions for industrial automation and beyond.

Attendees will have the opportunity to view on-demand demos of Cimcorp’s automated systems and chat live with a company expert to discover the best solution for their warehousing challenges.

Robert Glass, head of marketing at global composite technology company, Exel Composites, explores how using composite machine components can enhance automated production lines.

New identity reflects IFS’s growth journey and future plans, focused on helping customers be their best when it really matters—at the "Moment of Service."

The Waylay data orchestration and analytics platform has been successfully applied across many branches of the processing industries, such as oil and gas, refined chemicals, power generation, and steel production. All Waylay powered solutions have one thing in common: insights through intelligent information processing.