Digital Transformation Viewpoints

Featured here are original and timely articles from ARC analysts and guest writers on topics such as Digitization, New Business Models, Internet of Things, Industry 4.0, Smart Cities, and Smart Manufacturing. We dive into technologies such as additive manufacturing, machine learning, asset performance management, device connectivity, IIoT architecture, cybersecurity, augmented reality, and more related to digitization and transformation of industries, infrastructure, and cities. Our goal is to provide readers with clear and concise analyses, opinions, and discussion of these trends, technologies, and services.

Jun
12
2026
Craig Resnick — Company and Product News

PTC Adds Embedded AI Guidance to Creo Design Workflows

PTC released Creo 13 and Creo+ 13.3, introducing Creo AI Assistant and enhancements across CAD, model-based product development, simulation-driven design, and manufacturing workflows.
Jun
11
2026
Nobuaki Konishi — Company and Product News

Yokogawa Enhances OpreX Collaborative Information Server

Yokogawa has enhanced OpreX Collaborative Information Server with improved CENTUM VP HIS compatibility, expanded OPC UA information model support, and IT security tool integration to support advanced plant monitoring and control.
Jun
11
2026
Bob Gill — Industry Trends

Shaping the Future of Data Centers in Southeast Asia

The Siemens Data Center Industry Leaders Meet 2026 highlighted how AI workloads, sustainability pressures, policy support, and power infrastructure challenges are reshaping data center development across Southeast Asia.