Rockwell Automation

Modernization isn’t a quick fix in an emergency scenario or a reaction to broken technology. It’s a proactive growth strategy. Making the transition to connected, smart technologies is the number one way that food and beverage organizations plan to drive positive business outcomes over the next five years. The vast majority (95%) of these organizations are actively evaluating, piloting, or using smart manufacturing technology in some capacity.

Rockwell Automation, Inc. has recently announced the results of the 10th annual State of Smart Manufacturing Report: Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) Edition. The findings highlight how manufacturers are placing greater importance on innovation, workforce development, and long-term growth strategies. The CPG industry is facing pressure on multiple fronts, from the growth of store brands to the demand for faster innovation and more sustainable products.

Rockwell Automation, Inc. has recently released the cybersecurity findings from its 10th annual “State of Smart Manufacturing Report.” Drawing insights from more than 1,500 manufacturing leaders across 17 of the top manufacturing countries, the report reflects how cybersecurity is becoming a central business issue. One third of respondents have direct information technology (IT) and operational technology (OT) cybersecurity responsibilities.

Across the data center landscape, the pressure to scale is intensifying, especially for small and mid-sized co-location (Colo) providers. Traditionally operating one to five multi-tenant sites, these providers are now being asked to grow like never before. With rising demand for AI computing capacity and increased investment from private equity firms, even the most modest operators are being pushed to develop large-scale campuses rapidly.