November 2024

Unmasking the Cost of Downtime: How Industrial DevOps Can Save Manufacturers Millions
· Discrete Manufacturing

Unmasking the Cost of Downtime: How Industrial DevOps Can Save Manufacturers Millions

In today’s manufacturing landscape, downtime significantly threatens both productivity and profitability. According to the latest State of Industrial DevOps Report, each hour of downtime costs U.S. manufacturers an astounding $4.2 million, with an average shutdown costing $126 million. With half of all downtime traced to coding and operational technology (OT) issues, these findings reveal the high […]

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Modernizing Data Historians for Smarter Industrial Operations
· Analytics

Modernizing Data Historians for Smarter Industrial Operations

A new technical paper is now available, offering critical insights for industries seeking to modernize their data historians and improve overall operational efficiency. This paper explores the evolving role of data historians in the era of Industry 4.0 and how the adoption of modern, cloud-native solutions like InfluxDB can help overcome the limitations of legacy […]

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Top ICS Cybersecurity Predictions for 2025: Securing Critical Infrastructure Against Emerging Threats
· Cybersecurity

Top ICS Cybersecurity Predictions for 2025: Securing Critical Infrastructure Against Emerging Threats

As critical infrastructure increasingly relies on interconnected systems, Industrial Control System (ICS) cybersecurity is now essential for manufacturing, energy, and water management. Based on expert predictions, here are the key ICS cybersecurity trends and challenges expected to shape 2025, along with actionable insights for staying ahead of threats. Escalation of Cyberattacks on Critical Infrastructure With […]

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Future-Ready Cities Lead the Way in Urban Innovation, Sustainability, and Inclusiveness
· Smart Cities

Future-Ready Cities Lead the Way in Urban Innovation, Sustainability, and Inclusiveness

As cities around the world strive to become more sustainable, resilient, and inclusive, a select group is leading the charge toward becoming “future-ready”. According to a comprehensive global study by ThoughtLab, 50 cities across five continents have not only set ambitious urban transformation goals but have also made significant strides in operationalizing these visions. With a […]

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Preparing ICS for Future Threats: Quantum-Resistant Security and Industry Standards
· Cybersecurity

Preparing ICS for Future Threats: Quantum-Resistant Security and Industry Standards

As the threat landscape rapidly evolves, industrial companies managing ICS environments must proactively strengthen their cybersecurity defenses. In addition to current regulations, emerging technologies like quantum computing will necessitate more advanced security protocols to prevent potential breaches. This article explores key future-proofing strategies, including quantum-resistant solutions, and essential standards to protect ICS environments.The Need for […]

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Am I Ready for DataOps? 4 Common Signs
· Process Manufacturing

Am I Ready for DataOps? 4 Common Signs

DataOps solutions are necessary in manufacturing environments where data must be aggregated from industrial automation assets and systems and then leveraged by business users throughout the company and its supply chain. These solutions are purpose-built to improve the orchestration, observability, quality, and governance of industrial data at scale.I believe that DataOps is becoming the prevailing […]

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Gravity Water Wins City Solution of the Year: Tackling Water Scarcity with Innovation
· Smart Cities

Gravity Water Wins City Solution of the Year: Tackling Water Scarcity with Innovation

The 2024 QBE AcceliCITY Resilience Challenge, hosted by Leading Cities in partnership with QBE Insurance Group, has crowned Gravity Water as the “City Solution of the Year.” Gravity Water’s cutting-edge technology captures, filters, and stores rainwater, providing a sustainable source of safe drinking water to communities worldwide—addressing one of the most pressing global challenges: water scarcity.“Access to safe water is not just […]

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Embracing Change: Key Trends Shaping the Future of Manufacturing
· Process Manufacturing

Embracing Change: Key Trends Shaping the Future of Manufacturing

The manufacturing industry is facing significant challenges and opportunities, driven by technological advancements, shifting supply chain dynamics, and evolving workforce needs. A recent survey highlighted the current state of the industry, showing that 88% of respondents have already implemented artificial intelligence (AI) in manufacturing and supply chain operations. Additionally, 54% stated that improving manufacturing and […]

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Top Trends Shaping the Manufacturing Sector in 2025: Insights from Randy Carr, CEO of World Emblem
· Additive Manufacturing

Top Trends Shaping the Manufacturing Sector in 2025: Insights from Randy Carr, CEO of World Emblem

Randy Carr, President and CEO of World Emblem, the world’s largest emblem and patch manufacturer serving industry giants like Cintas, Vestis (formerly Aramark), Levi’s, New Era, and Perry Ellis, anticipates three key trends that will define manufacturing in 2025: Nearshoring Will Become Essential In 2025, nearshoring will be a primary strategy for midsize manufacturers aiming […]

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Managing Highly Contextualized Data for IIoT
· Predictive Maintenance

Managing Highly Contextualized Data for IIoT

Have you ever wondered how industries using smart devices handle tons of unique data loading on their server? High cardinality data allows for detailed tracking and monitoring of each sensor, machine, and device in real-time. Finding patterns and irregularities in this data type is necessary for interpreting large-scale, complex industrial processes. Each sensor has its own […]

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Manufacturing Excellence with AI and IIoT: An Expert Guide
· Smart Manufacturing

Manufacturing Excellence with AI and IIoT: An Expert Guide

In an era where advanced technology drives efficiency, AI and IIoT (Industrial Internet of Things) are shaping the future of manufacturing. “Harnessing AI and IIoT for Manufacturing Excellence,” a new booklet from IIoT World, delves into how these innovations are redefining industrial processes. This in-depth resource provides actionable insights from industry leaders at Retrocausal, Microsoft, […]

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Addressing the Skills Gap: Sparking Middle School Student Interest in Submarine Manufacturing Careers
· Discrete Manufacturing

Addressing the Skills Gap: Sparking Middle School Student Interest in Submarine Manufacturing Careers

The U.S. manufacturing sector faces a massive skills shortage. Employers are desperate to find qualified workers with the technical skills needed to grow their operations. Over the next decade, 4 million manufacturing jobs will likely be needed and 2.1 million are expected to go unfilled. America’s submarine industry alone will need to hire 140,000 skilled […]

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