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From the ISA President
Each year, the International Society of Automation (ISA) welcomes a new
president. In this column, the ISA president shares insights into the
automation industry, ISA volunteering and more.
president. In this column, the ISA president shares insights into the
automation industry, ISA volunteering and more.
132 Results Found
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Opinion
Leadership 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. -
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Building 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. -
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Putting the Pedal to the Metal
In 2016 ISA continued to build on its efforts, refining objectives and better integrating processes to ensure continuity. -
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Automation 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. -
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The 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. -
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The 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. -
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How Can ISA Best Meet My Needs?
The more you put into your ISA membership, the more you’ll benefit from our many programs. -
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Why 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.









