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  • A New and Different Direction for ISA

    A New and Different Direction for ISA

    ISA President Steven Pflantz says at some point, you have to nudge things along in an attempt to affect a change and move in a positive direction.
    By: ISA Past-Presidents
    19 September, 2017 | 3 minutes
  • Explaining Automation: Keep It Simple, Relevant, Relatable

    Explaining Automation: Keep It Simple, Relevant, Relatable

    ISA President Steven Pflantz notes the vast majority of people do not have a clear understanding of what industrial automation is and why it is important.
    By: ISA Past-Presidents
    15 August, 2017 | 4 minutes
  • ISA is Changing

    ISA is Changing

    ISA members can make a difference everyday, improving the Society and helping shape its future.
    By: Contributing Authors
    14 July, 2017 | 3 minutes
  • You Have a Voice in Helping to Shape ISA’s Future

    You Have a Voice in Helping to Shape ISA’s Future

    ISA President Steven Pflantz encourages ISA members to make a more conscious effort to talk about ISA and their experience.
    By: ISA Past-Presidents
    13 June, 2017 | 3 minutes
  • FIRST Participants Show What an Open, Creative Mindset Can Achieve

    FIRST Participants Show What an Open, Creative Mindset Can Achieve

    ISA President Steven Pflantz says ISA members can learn from the bright, extremely motivated youth participating in FIRST and other STEM programs.
    By: ISA Past-Presidents
    16 May, 2017 | 2 minutes
  • Shaping the Future of Our Profession and Association

    Shaping the Future of Our Profession and Association

    ISA President Steven Pflantz says ISA members should seek opportunities to serve as advocates and ambassadors for the industrial automation profession.
    By: ISA Past-Presidents
    13 April, 2017 | 3 minutes
  • ISA Needs to Change, but How?

    ISA Needs to Change, but How?

    ISA President Steven Pflantz says change requires a mindset shift. The organization needs to view change as an ongoing reality, not a temporary phenomenon.
    By: ISA Past-Presidents
    15 March, 2017 | 3 minutes
  • Leadership Requires Embracing the Demands of Change

    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.
    By: ISA Past-Presidents
    15 February, 2017 | 5 minutes
  • Building on ISA’s Financial and Operational Success

    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.
    By: ISA Past-Presidents
    19 January, 2017 | 3 minutes
  • Putting the Pedal to the Metal

    Putting the Pedal to the Metal

    In 2016 ISA continued to build on its efforts, refining objectives and better integrating processes to ensure continuity.
    By: ISA Past-Presidents
    15 December, 2016 | 6 minutes
  • When Do You Consider Using A Managed Switch?

    Many applications will operate properly when using Plug and Play (PnP) switches. Consider the PnP switches as “smart” terminal blocks that you supply power to, plug in RJ-45 connectors with CAT5 cable and devices begin to communicate without any intervention by you. Remember, with a PnP switch,
    By: Joe Stasiek
    17 November, 2016 | 4 minutes
  • Automation Appreciation Month Promotes Careers in Industrial Automation

    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.
    By: ISA Past-Presidents
    17 November, 2016 | 3 minutes
  • Ain't No Stopping Us Now

    ISA is creating a continuous improvement culture that sets a framework for sustainable growth and relevance.
    By: ISA Past-Presidents
    18 October, 2016 | 3 minutes
  • The Leadership Challenge: Priming the Pump

    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.
    By: ISA Past-Presidents
    14 September, 2016 | 4 minutes
  • The Decision to Volunteer: The Why, How, and a Personal Call to Action

    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.
    By: ISA Past-Presidents
    15 August, 2016 | 4 minutes
  • How Can ISA Best Meet My Needs?

    How Can ISA Best Meet My Needs?

    The more you put into your ISA membership, the more you’ll benefit from our many programs.
    By: ISA Past-Presidents
    19 July, 2016 | 5 minutes
  • Why Do Automation Professionals Join ISA?

    Why Do Automation Professionals Join ISA?

    Membership with ISA has many benefits, including a variety of training, mentoring, and networking programs.
    By: ISA Past-Presidents
    21 June, 2016 | 4 minutes
  • 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.
    By: ISA Past-Presidents
    17 May, 2016 | 4 minutes
  • ISA Is Committed to Expanding Its Global Presence

    ISA Is Committed to Expanding Its Global Presence

    ISA is committed to representing the needs and expectations of automation professionals throughout the world.
    By: ISA Past-Presidents
    14 April, 2016 | 4 minutes
  • Sustaining ISA’s Tradition of Strong Volunteer Leadership

    Sustaining ISA’s Tradition of Strong Volunteer Leadership

    ISA President Jim Keaveney tackles the issue of leadership and showcases ISA's extensive network of volunteers.
    By: ISA Past-Presidents
    10 March, 2016 | 3 minutes
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