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.

Aug
31
2026
Jim Frazer — Industry Best Practice

Why Logistics Needs Systems Engineering

Systems engineering can help logistics organizations move beyond isolated technology projects by designing operations, data, decisions, people, and technology as one interconnected system.
Aug
31
2026
Asha Suparna — Industry Trends

How AI Is Reshaping SCADA for Renewable Energy Operations

COPA-DATA’s Kishor Mandavia and Infrared Power’s Varun Garg explore how scalable OT platforms, AI, and emerging connectivity approaches can help renewable energy operators manage increasingly complex assets and move toward more intelligent operations.
Aug
28
2026
Craig Resnick — Acquisition or Partnership

GE Vernova and LS ELECTRIC Establish VSC-HVDC Joint Venture

GE Vernova and LS ELECTRIC are forming a Joint venture, Grid X Technology, to combine VSC-HVDC technology, manufacturing, and project execution capabilities for Korea’s transmission market.
Aug
28
2026
Jim Frazer — Company and Product News

SAP Is Expanding the Definition of Transportation Management

SAP is broadening transportation management beyond core TMS functionality by connecting advanced planning, carrier collaboration, lighter logistics execution, warehouse integration, and emerging agentic AI capabilities into a more unified logistics execution architecture.
Aug
28
2026
Craig Resnick — Company and Product News

Rockwell Automation Expands Remote Support with TechConnectIQ

Rockwell Automation has launched TechConnectIQ Support, a modernized remote support service that combines technical assistance, digital resources, AI-enabled tools, and improved access to installed-base and support information.