Event Description
A discussion for automation professionals
3 September 2026, 10:00 a.m. ET
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is already influencing the world of automation, from neural-network-based control to AI-assisted engineering workflows. Join the International Society of Automation and a group of expert panelists as they discuss how individuals and companies need to address these emerging capabilities and skills gaps. In this panel discussion, industry experts will share current applications of industrial AI before turning to a broader conversation on workforce development needs. Attendees are encouraged to come with their own examples and questions to help explore:
- AI tools for automating conventional instrumentation/control system processes
- Neural net models to predict/perform closed-loop control
- Bridging the skills gap: strategies for recognizing and mitigating workforce shortages
Panelists:
- Weining Feng, Chair of the ISA Task Force on Workforce Architecture
- Rajeev Limaye, Functional Safety & Digital Solutions Consultant
- Andrew McDonald, Founder and Principal Consultant, Future of Manufacturing LLC
- Brian Romano, Director of Technology Development, The Arthur G. Russell Co. Inc.
Find out about ISA Webinars on other topics by visiting the webinar page.
Date
03 September 2026
Location
Location:
Event Type
Webinar
Host
International Society of Automation (ISA)

