Automation World highlighted several key trends in industrial automation in a recent discussion with Tim Dawson, vice president of industrial automation at Interact Analysis.
The growing adoption of advanced technologies, such as improved sensors, IoT integration and AI-driven solutions, is reshaping the landscape of automation. These innovations simplify programming, improve machine performance and enhance versatility, enabling manufacturers to optimize production processes.
Cost reductions and the increasing affordability of these technologies, particularly for small and medium-sized manufacturers, further support the trend toward automation.
Labor shortages and rising wages are additional motivators, as companies turn to automation to sustain productivity. Moreover, sustainability is becoming a driving force, with automation helping to reduce energy consumption, waste, and environmental impact — critical goals in today’s market.
Read the full interview from Automation World here.
