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Preventing Internal Cyberattacks Could Save Companies Millions
Cyberattacks in the U.S. have the highest cost of any global nation, with an average cost of $8.64 million per occurrence for companies suffering an attack.
Kim Overstreet
Apr 20th, 2021
Inputs for materials, equipment, and labor will be getting more expensive across the board, but a tight labor market will be the biggest limiting factor for CPGs. Automation is a great way to circumvent this.
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Live at the ELC: Economic Forecast for Brands Timing Their Packaging Machinery Procurement
The U.S. and global economies are poised for a long period of expansion, meaning more consumer spending power and top line growth for brands, but also higher input prices for CPGs, including materials, machinery, and labor.
Matt Reynolds
Apr 19th, 2021
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Why the “As-a-Service” Model is Changing Automation Technology Purchases
Learn how software-as-a-service and machines-as-a-service business models are changing how manufacturers purchase, use, and upgrade their industrial automation technologies in this 'Take Five with Automation World' video.
David Greenfield
Apr 16th, 2021
MicroHAWK® Industrial Fixed-Mount Barcode Scanners
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Omron high-performance barcode readers are designed for easy, fast, and reliable decoding of 1D and 2D barcodes.
Apr 14th, 2021
The difference between IT and OT cybersecurity attacks.
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Cybersecurity 101: The Difference Between IT and OT Attacks
There are two categories of cyberattacks, but they can create a bridge to one another, creating a potential avenue for cybercriminals to access the organization.
Kim Overstreet
Apr 6th, 2021
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Automation Investment Trends in Discrete Manufacturing | Schneider Electric Calls for Universal Automation
In this 'Take Five with Automation World' video, you’ll find out which automation technologies are expected to receive the heaviest investments in 2021 and why Schneider Electric is calling for industry to embrace the concept of universal automation.
David Greenfield
Apr 2nd, 2021
Critical components need to be assessed to achieve a robust cybersecurity system.
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Manufacturing Cybersecurity: Critical Components for Risk Assessment
By the second quarter of 2020, cyberattacks targeting manufacturers accounted for 33% of all incidents across all industries with losses totaling hundreds of millions of dollars. Small businesses are also at risk.
Kim Overstreet
Mar 28th, 2021
Check out The Cobot Spot from Universal Robots
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Check out The Cobot Spot from Universal Robots
Looking for automation solutions for packaging and palletizing? This is your destination for all things cobot. Whether it’s webinars, video case studies or product information, you’ll find it all in this one spot.
Aug 31st, 2020
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Predictive Maintenance: A Tale of Two Technologies
Both smart sensors and software are key to a successful predictive maintenance solution, and finding a business model that benefits end users and OEMs is also key.
Kim Overstreet
Mar 17th, 2021
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Predictive Maintenance Pain Points in Packaging Machinery
There are specific packaging machinery needs related to predictive maintenance, and a new PMMI Business Intelligence report researched what is most prominent.
Kim Overstreet
Mar 5th, 2021
Remote access has seen an accelerated level of interest due to COVID in the past year.
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Automation Trends in Food Processing and Packaging: Remote Access
Remote access and augmented reality are two technologies that have seen increased usage in the food industry – particularly since the start of COVID-19.
Mar 2nd, 2021
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Predictive Maintenance 101
What does it mean, and why is it important? Learn more from a new PMMI Business Intelligence report.
Kim Overstreet
Feb 25th, 2021
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Automation Trends in Food Processing and Packaging: Robotics
According to the Robotic Industries Association and Association for Advancing Automation, orders of robotic systems by food and consumer goods manufacturers grew by 56% in 2020. Read this discussion about robotics in the food industry for more insight.
Feb 23rd, 2021
U.S. manufacturing annual investment in software vs. PP&E (property, plant and equipment). Source: Bank of America
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An Investment Firm’s View of Industrial Automation Spending Trends
In a session at this year’s virtual ARC Forum, Andrew Obin of Bank of America offered insights into current and expected software and hardware spending in manufacturing, with a particular focus on implications in the energy sectors.
David Greenfield
Feb 23rd, 2021
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Automation Trends in Food Processing and Packaging: vFAT
Watch part three of this three-part series on top automation trends impacting food processing and packaging today.
David Greenfield
Feb 19th, 2021
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Automation Trends in Food Processing and Packaging: Remote Access
Watch part two of this three-part series on top automation trends impacting food processing and packaging today.
David Greenfield
Feb 12th, 2021
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Robotics: Driving a New Revolution of Change Within the Food Industry
Listen to this two-minute video as Bryan Griffen, PMMI Director of Industry Services, discusses 'revolution of change' in robot technologies that are impacting food processing and packaging today.
Feb 9th, 2021
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Automation Trends in Food Processing and Packaging: Robotics
Watch part one of this three-part series on top automation trends impacting food processing and packaging today.
David Greenfield
Feb 5th, 2021
Expected increase in spending in the automation technology areas where no spending decrease is forecast. Source: Automation World survey of industrial automation technology suppliers.
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Automation Expectations: Discrete Manufacturing
To help illuminate expected trends in the industrial automation market in 2021, Automation World conducted a survey of technology suppliers to better understand how they see end-user plans developing.
David Greenfield
Feb 4th, 2021
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Survey Results Forecast Pros and Cons for Manufacturing in 2021
A new study from BDO reveals that, while the market for manufactured goods is improving, industry may yet have some challenges to surmount in 2021.
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Jan 22nd, 2021
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Bumble Bee CEO One-Minute Video: How To Communicate Through Crisis
Jan Tharp, CEO of Bumble Bee Seafood, has navigated turbulent waters. Recently, Jan sat down with OEM's Stephanie Neil during PACK EXPO Connects to discuss her journey to the top of this revamped CPG. Watch this 'Management Minute' with Jan.
Bumble Bee Foods
Jan 20th, 2021
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Will AR Change the Game for Packaging Operations?
There are different types of augmented reality being used today, and by expanding the productivity and capabilities of front-line floor workers, AR can add value to packaging operations.
Kim Overstreet
Nov 9th, 2020
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Ready to Step-Up Your Automation?
Speed, precision, and payload are the three core requirements you need to evaluate in detail, to achieve project success in Automation 201.
Kim Overstreet
Nov 9th, 2020
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