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Ask the Automation Pros: What Are the Prospects for an Autonomous Process Manufacturing Unit?
In the latest edition of the Ask the Automation Pros column, the pros share their insights on prospects for an autonomous process manufacturing unit. -
Listen: A CISO's Guide to OT Security
Chris McLaughlin's new podcast on OT cybersecurity emphasizes a collaborative approach across IT and OT. -
Smarter Storage, Safer Food: How Automation Is Securing the Supply Chain
Automated storage and retrieval systems (AS/RS), paired with AI and predictive analytics, offer manufacturers a way to maintain safety, efficiency and compliance amid growing uncertainty. -
Manufacturers Need to Fill Talent Gaps Fast: Is Training the Solution?
As manufacturers navigate labor shortages and rapid technological change, training must be viewed as a strategic investment rather than a cost. -
10 Predictions of How MES & MOM Will Drive a New Era of Manufacturing Resilience in 2026
2026 will be a year defined by excellence in manufacturing execution far outreaching previous years of experimentation. -
In Industrial Automation, Harmonic Drive Actuators Are Replacing Traditional Harmonic Drive Reducer + Servo Motor Combination
Harmonic drive actuators are becoming the preferred solution in many high-precision applications. -
Why Automation Platforms Must Be Rebuilt, Not Incrementally Improved
Incremental upgrades are no longer enough. What the industry needs is to fundamentally rethink what an automation platform must be. -
Power Dispatch Planning in Renewables (Solar)
Power dispatch planning in renewable energy is the operational process of scheduling and controlling generating units to meet electricity demand while managing the variability of sources like wind and solar. -
Four Physical AI Predictions for 2026 (and Beyond)
Today, robots are reactive: they respond to inputs and adapt in real time. Tomorrow, they will anticipate. -
From Words to Worlds to Work: Why Spatial Intelligence Belongs in the Automation Lifecycle
Spatial intelligence is the practical discipline of understanding how physical systems behave in space and time. -
Data Historians: Turning ‘Digital Landfills’ Into Strategic Assets
ISA Fellows and others discuss what’s needed to turn process data into performance improvement. -
Real-time Corrosion and Erosion Monitoring Enhances Maintenance Planning
Ultrasonic corrosion and erosion monitoring instruments provide plant personnel with asset integrity information that facilitates proactive maintenance. -
The Dawn of Agentic Autonomy: Defining the 2026 Smart Factory
We are witnessing a transition from passive automation to integrated, agentic autonomy — a shift that moves beyond simple programmed responses toward systems capable of independent reasoning and real-time optimization. -
US Warehouse Construction Bottoms Out, But Challenges Remain
Warehouse construction is no longer collapsing, but any improvement will remain slow and fragile. -
Why You Need Physical Security Testing in Manufacturing
Real-world access points deserve the same level of protection as digital systems. -
Why Gray Factories Are the Next Era of Manufacturing in the US
Gray factories — blending human adaptability with machine precision — are the next era of manufacturing. -
Four Top Manufacturing Challenges and How to Overcome Them
Here's how to deal with common manufacturing challenges like labor shortages and supply chain issues. -
The Three C’s of Digital Twins: How to Right-Size for Real Business Value
Let's look at the “three Cs” of digital twins: complexity, connectivity and consequences. -
Are You ETO?
An ERP designed for ETO manufacturers, such as Total ETO, improves efficiency, accuracy and profitability across the organization. -
Five Predictions for OT Operations and Cybersecurity in 2026
2026 is poised to be the year when secure access stops merely supporting operations — and starts driving them.
