ARC Europe Viewpoints
May
07
2026
07
2026
Anju Ajaykumar — Industry Trends
The Future of Machine Vision: From Inspection to Intelligence
Machine vision is evolving from rule-based inspection toward AI-enabled, data-driven intelligence that supports predictive quality, scalable operations, and smarter manufacturing decisions.
May
07
2026
07
2026
Karthik Umachigi — Technology Trends
ARC MarketMap for Enterprise Asset Management: A Strategic Guide for Buyers and Suppliers
ARC MarketMap provides a structured framework for evaluating Enterprise Asset Management suppliers as EAM evolves into a strategic platform for predictive maintenance, asset optimization, and digital operations.
May
07
2026
07
2026
Ashwin Sundararaj — Technology Trends
Quality Management Software MarketMap for an Evolving Industrial Landscape
Quality Management Software is evolving from a reactive compliance tool into a strategic platform for connected quality, traceability, supplier risk management, and resilient operations.
May
07
2026
07
2026
— Industry Trends
Regulatory Compliance in India’s Pharmaceutical Industry: Key Challenges and Emerging Opportunities
Regulatory compliance in India’s pharmaceutical industry is at an inflection point, shifting from a fragmented, cost-driven model to one shaped by global standards, digital enforcement, and quality-led competitiveness.
May
06
2026
06
2026
Marianne D’Aquila — Acquisition or Partnership
Groupe Rocher & Dassault Systèmes Formulation Collaboration: Validating the ARC Formulation MarketMap
Dassault Systèmes and Groupe Rocher are collaborating to use virtual twins, generative AI, chemical modeling, and simulation to improve cosmetics formulation research and development.
May
06
2026
06
2026
Guntupalli Mohana Krishna — Technology Trends
Additive Manufacturing MarketMap: Understanding a Rapidly Evolving Competitive Landscape
ARC’s Additive Manufacturing MarketMap highlights how the AM supplier landscape is evolving as buyers place greater emphasis on ecosystem strength, production scalability, materials, software, and execution.
May
06
2026
06
2026
Siddhartha Maiti — Technology Trends
Drones for Process Industries MarketMap (2026): The Supplier Landscape Is Shifting
Industrial drone suppliers are increasingly being evaluated on autonomy, AI-driven inspection outcomes, enterprise integration, regulatory readiness, and scalable execution.
May
05
2026
05
2026
Craig Resnick — Acquisition or Partnership
American Microgrid Solutions and Schneider Electric Expand Partnership to Support Microgrid Deployment
American Microgrid Solutions and Schneider Electric expanded their partnership to support faster, more repeatable deployment of resilient microgrid systems for critical facilities and communities.
May
05
2026
05
2026
— Technology Trends
Modern Cost Engineering Evolution: Rewiring the Human Element for Supply Chain Resilience
Modern cost engineering depends not only on AI-driven tools and cost models, but also on workforce transformation, reskilling, and stronger human oversight across the supply chain.
May
05
2026
05
2026
— Acquisition or Partnership
Siemens Hands Over First Set of 9,000 HP Electric Locomotives for Commercial Operations
Indian Railways marked a significant milestone in India’s rail freight modernization journey with the commencement of commercial operations of 9,000 horsepower (HP) electric freight locomotives. Siemens has been a long-standing and trusted partner of Indian Railways.