The Dawn of Agentic Autonomy: Defining the 2026 Smart Factory

01/16/26, 05:36 AM | Automation & IIoT, | Engineering | ai, | onshoring, | 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.

Ex-NASA Engineer Now Guiding Manufacturers to Greater Efficiency

01/14/26, 05:42 AM | Automation & IIoT, | Engineering | MRP

David Altemir, Founder of Altemir Consulting manufacturing consultancy from Dallas, used to build rocket ships. Today, he has his feet firmly planted on the shop floor, helping manufacturers across America improve their operational efficiency.

Why Manual Time Tracking in Business Central Is Costing Your Shop Floor More Than You Think

01/13/26, 05:47 AM | Automation & IIoT, | Engineering | Business Development

By automating time collection through barcode scanning, manufacturers gain precise labor costing, improved accountability, and a clearer picture of shop floor performance.

Upgrading for Industry 4.0: How Siemens S7-1500 Migration Solves Hidden Legacy Challenges and Why Modern Manufacturing Can't Afford to Wait

01/08/26, 05:32 AM | Automation & IIoT, | Engineering | Industry 4.0, | Operation and Maintenance, | Plant Resiliency

This article explains why migration to the S7-1500 platform is becoming urgent, the hidden challenges engineers face during transition, and how modern PLC architecture supports Industry 4.0 readiness, improved reliability, and long-term performance.

Driving Performance Improvement on the Shop Floor with Production Data

01/07/26, 05:33 AM | Automation & IIoT, | Engineering | Business Development, | data, | The Parts Department

One of my favorite customer lines is, "I need parts, not charts." And that really captures what Datanomix is about: helping manufacturers solve real business problems by clearly showing what's happening on their shop floor.

Rugged Surface Pro xCase with Badge Readers Elevates Workforce Safety & Mustering for Umicore

01/06/26, 05:31 AM | Automation & IIoT, | Engineering | Network Security

When global materials technology and recycling leader Umicore set out to modernize employee tracking and emergency mustering processes, they turned to Savance Workplace for a customized digital workforce management solution.

2025 Top Article - Common Misconceptions Manufacturers have about AI

12/31/25, 06:29 AM | Automation & IIoT, | Engineering | ai, | predictive maintenance

With over 25 years of experience advising mid-market companies, Ghori provides a grounded yet progressive-looking take on where manufacturers should focus, what misconceptions to avoid, and how to get started without overhauling everything.

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Smart Automation: How AGVs and AMRs Help Manufacturers Manage Rising Costs

01/12/26, 05:31 AM | Automation & IIoT, | Supply Chain | AMR

The time is now to invest in scalable, cost-efficient automation deployments, keeping in mind the importance of power and data delivery solutions that support consistent, productive operations.

AI for Product Data Management: A Key Component for Smarter Manufacturing

01/09/26, 05:32 AM | Automation & IIoT, | Engineering | ai, | data

AI improves data quality by reducing errors and inconsistencies introduced by manual intervention. Manual errors may not seem like a huge deal, but they can easily disrupt time-to-market or channel accuracy.

Discovering Manufacturing Bottlenecks Through AI and Machine Learning Analysis

01/05/26, 05:57 AM | Automation & IIoT, | Engineering | machine learning, | predictive maintenance

Manufacturing slowdowns come from many sources. That diversity makes it challenging for executives to identify the top causes without help. Well-trained AI and machine learning algorithms can analyze the data and recommend suggestions for improvement.

PTC launches a trio of New ALM releases to boost ‘AI functionality' for software-driven product development

01/16/26, 05:36 AM | Automation & IIoT | Engineering

Codebeamer® 3.2, Codebeamer AI 1.0, and Pure Variants™ 7.2 updates are promising to help organisations manage growing product complexity and regulatory demands with greater confidence and control as they become increasingly software-driven.

NORD Delivers Compact, Modular Drive Systems for Reliable Chain Conveyor Systems

01/15/26, 12:57 PM | Automation & IIoT | Engineering | NORD DRIVESYSTEMS

Robust, versatile drive solutions from NORD DRIVESYSTEMS deliver efficient operation while reducing system variants and lowering TCO.

Weavix Survey Finds Frontline Manufacturing Workers Are Ready for AI, But Stuck with Outdated Tools

01/15/26, 06:35 AM | Automation & IIoT | Engineering

Nearly three-quarters of workers are comfortable with AI-powered tools, yet still communicate via decades-old two-way radios—a disconnect costing manufacturers approximately $15.4 billion annually.

Quality assurance in the manufacturing industry

Quality assurance in the manufacturing industry

Efficiency and precision with CSP software. In the highly competitive world of manufacturing, quality assurance is a critical factor for success. CSP offers you state-of-the-art software solutions specifically designed to ensure the highest standards of quality assurance in the manufacturing industry.

maxon group

(Taunton, MA, United States of America)

maxon is a leading supplier of high-precision DC brush and brushless servo motors and drives. These motors range in size from 4 - 90 mm and are available up to 500 watts. We combine electric motors, gears and DC motor controls into high-precision, intelligent drive systems that can be custom-made to fit the specific needs of customer applications.