International Society of Automation (ISA) News & Articles
The International Society of Automation's Top Blog Posts of 2024
- by Kara Phelps
- January 6, 2025
- News
Here are the top 20 overall highest performing blog posts of 2024 on ISA Interchange. Will your article make it to a list like this in 2025?
Unlocking the Next Wave of Automation Careers: AI, ML and Smart Technologies Leading the Charge
- January 2, 2025
- Opinion
The automation workforce revolution has highlighted three distinct new automation-related careers that are responding to technology maturity and market demand.
Enhancing Power Grid Resiliency
- by James Haw
- January 2, 2025
- Feature
New technology improves grid reliability and safety through early fault detection.
What Does the Future of Zero Trust in OT Look Like?
- by Jacob Chapman
- January 1, 2025
- Feature
The future of zero trust in OT will bring both enhanced security and utility.
Sharing Insights on ISA/IEC 62443
- by Kara Phelps
- December 31, 2024
- News
Let's take a moment to recognize the significant growth in ISAGCA's awareness and outreach work as we look back at a small sample of media placements so far in 2024.
Onward and Upward to 2025: Proud of a Great Year at ISA
- by Prabhu Soundarrajan
- December 26, 2024
- Opinion
We certainly had an eventful year! ISA continued to make massive strides forward in 2024. Here are just a few highlights.
Ensuring RCM or DCS Redundancy and Its Security in a Complex Industrial Environment
- by Ashraf Sainudeen
- December 24, 2024
- Feature
Let's explore essential aspects of RCM/DCS redundancy and security, offering insights and actionable practices for effective system management.
2025 Enrollment Open for International Society of Automation (ISA) Mentor
- December 23, 2024
- News
ISA's Mentor Program connects early-career professionals with industry experts, offering guidance, career growth and professional development from February to November 2025.
Practical Insights for Implementing Control System Security
- by Pinakin Gokhale
- December 20, 2024
- Feature
Effective control system security is a continuous, evolving process that requires a combination of technical measures, user awareness and a structured approach to improvement.
How Did Automation Professionals Benefit from ISA in 2024?
- December 18, 2024
- News
If you aren't yet a member of ISA, there is still time to join now (before Dec. 31, 2024) and receive the rest of 2024 free!
Enhancing Cybersecurity Visibility in Industrial Control Systems (ICS)
- by Devin Partida
- September 12, 2024
- Feature
Security engineers and cybersecurity professionals must work together to enhance cybersecurity visibility in the infrastructure sector.
How Digital Twins Improve Industrial Supply Chain Cybersecurity
- by Zac Amos
- September 11, 2024
- Feature
Whether you want to secure board buy-in or convince your team implementing a digital twin is the right choice, consider turning industry success stories and relevant metrics into visuals.
Smart Manufacturing and Its Role in Sustainable Production
- by Ainsley Lawrence
- September 10, 2024
- Feature
Smart technology can become a critical tool as manufacturers aim to reach net-zero (carbon neutrality) and waste-reduction targets.
Next Cohort of ISA Business Academy Begins October
- September 9, 2024
- News
Join the next ISA Business Academy cohort starting October 9 for a 10-week digital program on people management and business finance.
Cyber-resilient Automation: Building Security from the Ground Up
- by Nahla Davies
- September 6, 2024
- Feature
This article explores the basic concepts behind building cyber-resilient operational technology (OT) while highlighting a few ways the ISA/IEC 62443 series of standards offer guidance.
Uniting Controls and OT Security Engineers for Stronger ICS Security
- by Ashraf Sainudeen
- September 4, 2024
- Feature
Controls engineers often face significant pressure when collaborating with OT cybersecurity teams due to several factors.
ISA Announces New ISA-95/IEC 62264 Enterprise-Control System Integration Certificate Program
- September 3, 2024
- News
ISA has announced a new certificate program designed to provide an overview of the ISA-95/IEC 62264 standards framework for integrating enterprise and control systems in manufacturing.
The Critical Role of BCP and DR Planning in OT Cybersecurity: Lessons from the CrowdStrike Incident
- by Vaibhav Malik
- August 30, 2024
- Feature
The importance of robust business continuity planning and disaster recovery strategies in OT environments has never been more apparent.
ISA Prepares for 2024 Automation Summit & Expo
- August 29, 2024
- News
Known as “the automation event of the year,” ASE will bring many globally recognized experts in industrial automation to the area when it takes place Sept. 30 - Oct. 3, 2024.
The Role of AI and Smart Connectivity: A Digital Journey Within IT and OT
- by Achal Lekhi
- August 28, 2024
- Feature
Those that successfully integrate OT and IT systems through IIoT will be better positioned to harness the full potential of AI.
MES Bridges Data, Machines and People in Smart Factories
- by Nikhil Makhija
- December 18, 2024
- Feature
MES enables manufacturers to achieve efficiency, quality and flexibility to secure a competitive edge.
ISA Executive Board Nomination Now Open
- December 9, 2024
- News
ISA members, nominate candidates for the 2026 Executive Board by Feb. 14.
ISA Honors and Awards Nominations Open
- December 9, 2024
- News
ISA is accepting nominations for the 2025 Celebrating Excellence Awards, recognizing outstanding service and achievements.
The Role of Cloud Computing in Industry 4.0 and Beyond
- by Ravi Soni
- December 5, 2024
- Feature
Scalability, cost savings, real-time data insights and more are benefits of cloud computing.
Upskilling to Adapt to Industry 4.0
- by Rajat Sharma
- December 3, 2024
- Feature
Industry 4.0 requires professionals to upskill and adapt to the changing demands of automation and digital transformation.
Edge Computing Fundamentals
- by Ryan Treece and Sujata Tilak
- November 26, 2024
- Feature
Edge computing supports Industry 4.0, smart manufacturing and digital transformation.
ISA Announces 2025 OT Cybersecurity Summit
- November 26, 2024
- News
Join the 2025 OT Cybersecurity Summit in Brussels, focusing on ISA/IEC 62443 standards with technical tracks and training from June 17-19.
ISA Hosts Annual Black Friday Sale
- November 26, 2024
- News
ISA's annual Black Friday sale runs from Nov. 25 to Dec. 2, offering 30% off training, events and select standards, plus $100 off ISA Business Academy 2025 enrollment.
How Machine Vision Is Revolutionizing Manufacturing
- by Tom Meehan
- November 25, 2024
- Feature
Using new technologies like AI, cloud computing, and 3D vision, machine vision will likely play an expanded role in augmented reality maintenance, predictive analytics and more.
Innovations in R&D: How AI Is Transforming Industrial Cybersecurity Operations
- by Devin Partida
- November 19, 2024
- Feature
Advancements in AI are proving to have powerful potential for improving industrial cybersecurity operations.