Articles
Architecting the edge for performance and reliability
For most OT professionals long responsible for edge-based computing systems in their organisations, the evolution of the edge may seem like a moving target. [ + ]
Digital transformation: predictive maintenance with analytics
Digitalisation offers machine builders and manufacturers opportunities to increase their productivity and differentiate themselves from competition through data-driven services. [ + ]
How the coronavirus pandemic can deliver new opportunities for Australian industry
These tough times are obviously a worry for many organisations, but it could also be a period of new opportunity for others. [ + ]
OT-IT convergence challenges that increase cyber risk
The ever-expanding overlap between IT and OT networks is forcing many organisations to assess and improve their cybersecurity. [ + ]
Achieving a safe mobile robot installation
Many companies have questions on how to ensure a safe autonomous mobile robot installation. [ + ]
The importance of being easily replaceable
Would you ask a software vendor how easy it is to rip out and replace their software? [ + ]
Automation opportunities in the new space era
The increasing interest in Australia for commercial involvement in space opens up new avenues of opportunity for automation engineers. [ + ]
OT/IT network convergence: experience-based best practices
The idea of network convergence sets the stage for interactions between IT and OT network personnel with very different training, experiences and cultures. [ + ]
2020 CEO Insights: Mauro DelleMonache
Mauro DelleMonache of Schneider Electric discusses his company's experiences in resource recovery, AI and supply chain management. [ + ]
5 STEM education trends for 2020
In the coming decade, we will see a change in STEM careers and, consequently, the ways in which graduates will be prepared for them will need an overhaul. [ + ]
Deepwater wind farms take renewable energy offshore
The global offshore industry is diversifying from oil and gas into renewables as the technology for the installation of wind farms in deep water is improving. [ + ]
Python and machine learning are incredible tools for IA
Python is now increasingly being used in the industrial automation and embedded systems world. [ + ]
2020 CEO Insights: Tim Keech
Tim Keech discusses how SMC Corporation in Australia is facing the challenges that 2020 will present. [ + ]
From Dickens to the Jetsons: forget the crystal ball
Predicting the future of manufacturing gives analysts something to do, but only the nurturing of talent and flexibility can truly create a future-ready enterprise. [ + ]
Additive manufacturing: not for everyone
Additive manufacturing is a fantastic technology that has brought great design freedom to many applications, but sometimes the old-fashioned way is better. [ + ]



