Making the value of technology clear
Five sponsors support research into the value and evolution of commercial plant-level software, including AI Phoenix, AZ, and Media, PA, USA, May 29, 2026 – The Manufacturing Enterprise Solutions Association International (MESA) and Tech-Clarity, Inc. have added sponsors to the 2026 research program. The two additions joining to support The Business Value and Evolution of…
How is process manufacturing taking advantage of the AI opportunity? We analyzed over 250 companies in the chemical, food, animal nutrition, and engineering industries to understand their plans and progress. We found broad plans, varied readiness, and a small number of companies who have made substantial progress beyond proofs of concept and pilots. Please see…
It was exciting to attend my first Aras Corporation ACE User Conference with Jim Brown. The conference was held in Miami, which provided a welcome relief from Boston’s long, cold winter. More importantly, it was great to learn more about Aras’ strategy and products, especially from the Aras leadership team, including their new CEO, Leon…
What are many manufacturers missing to succeed in digital transformation, smart manufacturing, and successful artificial intelligence (AI) initiatives? A common foundation for reliably getting the right data and information to the right place at the right time. In short, what’s often missing is enterprise-grade industrial connectivity. Normalizing, organizing, and making available the massive amounts of…
What do asset-intensive businesses need to manage the supply chain uncertainty they face? IFS believes it’s better warehouse software, and completed its acquisition of Softeon last month. Operating as a standalone company rebranded as IFS Softeon, the company is staying intact while gaining the backing of a credible enterprise software giant with strong AI…