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Feature2026 Will Force a Warehouse Robotics Shakeout
Expect a make-or-break consolidation window as scalability challenges collide with humanoid hype. Companies that can’t prove durable, multi-application performance won’t make it. -
FeatureDesigning for the Edge: How Rugged Devices Enable Real-Time Intelligence in Industrial IoT
Edge computing enables local data processing, reduces reliance on cloud infrastructure and enhances resilience in connectivity-constrained scenarios. -
FeatureAre You ETO?
An ERP designed for ETO manufacturers, such as Total ETO, improves efficiency, accuracy and profitability across the organization. -
FeatureWhy 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. -
FeatureUS Warehouse Construction Bottoms Out, But Challenges Remain
Warehouse construction is no longer collapsing, but any improvement will remain slow and fragile. -
FeatureAI-on-AI Hacking: Winning the New Cybersecurity Battle
Zero Trust principles are a tried-and-true way to mitigate the risks of AI-on-AI hacking. -
FeatureThe 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. -
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A Profession in Need of Change: Automation.com's 2016 Salary Survey results
By Rick Zabel, Automation.com The results of this year’s salary survey are in, and while salaries did increase a little, the increase wasn’t the step change we had hoped. Yet, the signs are showing change is on the way -
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Looking for a step-change increase in salaries
By Rick Zabel Like previous years, the average salary of automation professionals increased only a modest amount—about 1.9% over last year. This year, we decided to take a historical look at salaries over the last 11 years. Our analysis shows slower salary growth from 2010 to 2015 than from 2005 to 2010. -
FeatureHow Edge Security Protects Smart Buildings Against Rising Cyber Attacks
Smart buildings, powered by an ever-expanding network of IoT devices, face a staggering 820,000 hacking attempts every day, a 46% increase from the previous year. -
FeatureHow NIS2 Is Redefining Cybersecurity for Industrial and Energy Systems
The European Union’s new Network and Information Systems Directive (NIS2) demands that cybersecurity go beyond firewalls and passwords. -
FeatureReport: AI Is Accelerating Embedded Software Development, and Organizations Must Evolve Security Practices
AI is accelerating embedded software development, and organizations must evolve security practices accordingly. -
FeatureKeep Data Centers Cool, Dry and Online With HTZ Smart HART Humidity and Temperature Transmitters
The Moore Industries HTZ Smart HART Humidity and Temperature Transmitter provides the accurate and reliable data you need to keep your operations safe, stable and efficient. -
FeatureManufacturing in the AI-Powered Age: Hackers Set Their Sights on Smart Factories
The transformative powers of AI in manufacturing have not gone unnoticed—by hackers! -
FeatureAI Insights: From What Happened to What Will Happen and Why
Data alone isn’t enough. The true advantage lies in how organizations use data to make smarter, faster and more responsible decisions. -
FeatureSolving the Seasonal Staffing Challenge: The Digital Shift That Will Improve Manufacturing Training
Without proper onboarding, temporary workers can quickly shift from valuable support to costly risk. -
FeatureDigitalizing Maintenance in Hazardous Areas: From Clipboards to Connected Operators
The future of maintenance is digital. Now, even hazardous areas can participate fully. -
FeatureWhat Role Does Robotics Play in the Manufacturing Supply Chain?
Robotics is the execution layer of a data-driven supply chain—linking design, production and logistics into one model. -
FeatureLeveraging PLM and the Digital Thread Data for Value Stream Management
Success depends on anticipating change and investing where it delivers the most value. -
FeatureDesigning AI Agents for Predictive Maintenance in Energy Infrastructure
AI agents for predictive maintenance in energy infrastructure help cut downtime and boost efficiency. Discover how to design one that works.