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Inauguration of the Emerson Boundless Automation Summit
The Emerson Boundless Automation Summit, held on 29th April 2025 in Mumbai, brought together industry leaders and experts to explore the latest developments in automation technology and its influence across sectors. The summit featured keynotes from notable figures including Peter Zornio, Anil Bhatia, and Susan Hughes, and emphasized themes such as IT-OT convergence, AI-driven opportunities, and sustainability efforts.
Key Highlights
The summit featured several notable presentations and discussions:
Peter Zornio, Chief Technology Officer, presented Emerson's vision for the future of automation, addressing key operational challenges and discussing emerging solutions.
In keynote addresses, Anil Bhatia, Emerson’s Vice President and Managing Director in India, and Susan Hughes, President of Emerson Asia Pacific, emphasized the significance of digital transformation, autonomous operations, sustainability, and project execution. They underscored the need to navigate digital transformation effectively through data-driven decision-making to achieve measurable ROI.
Keynote speaker R. Ganeshan, Senior VP and Head of Corporate Center at LCT, emphasized the role of data integration and AI in enhancing asset performance.
A CXO panel discussion on The Impact of AI on Industrial Automation: Benefits and Drawbacks featured leaders from Reliance, GAIL, Deepak Fertilizers, and Thermax.
Emerson's latest Technology Innovations Exhibit.
Presentation by Susan Hughes, President, Emerson Asia Pacific
Technological Innovations
The summit highlighted several technological innovations:
Generative Design in Engineering: AI models are streamlining plant design, significantly reducing the time required for engineering workflows.
Edge AI and Process Control: Sensors equipped with edge AI support quicker, localized decision-making, particularly in remote locations.
Non-Intrusive Measurement: Sensors that can be dropped in without stopping production to provide additional data for more effective AI-driven operational excellence.
Smart Valves: Incorporation of Advice at the Device™ technology delivers real-time valve health diagnostics and prescriptive corrective actions through advanced analytics.
Emerson: Technology Innovations Exhibit
Industry Challenges and Solutions
Emerson addressed several industry challenges along with its approaches to solving them:
Digital Transformation: Many customers need support in navigating digital transformation and leveraging data for informed decision-making.
Autonomous Operations: Emerson is assisting clients in developing clear roadmaps toward achieving operational autonomy.
Sustainability and Decarbonization: The ongoing challenge lies in aligning sustainability goals with profitability and production demands.
Emerson's Global Footprint and India Focus
Emerson maintains a strong global footprint, generating $17.5 billion in revenue with a workforce of 73,000 employees worldwide. In India, it operates manufacturing and innovation hubs that serve both domestic and global markets. The company is also actively engaged in local initiatives aligned with Make in India and sustainability objectives.
Conclusion
Emerson Boundless Automation Summit provided valuable insights into the future of automation, emphasizing the importance of data integration, AI, and sustainability. As industries continue to evolve, Emerson remains at the forefront, offering innovative solutions to address the challenges of digital transformation and operational efficiency.