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.

Mar
15
2019
— Industry Trends

Highlights of DistribuELEC 2019

In an emerging economy like India, availability of quality and reliable power, is essential for the flawless functioning and increased productivity of all its sectors. Though the Indian power distribution utilities have come a long way toward achieving this objective since the enactment of the Electricity Act 2003, distribution remains the weakest link, and the Highlights of DistribuELEC are vital towards correcting this.
Mar
14
2019
Peter Reynolds — Industry Trends

APM Digitization versus Digitalization

While asset-owners consider the impact of Asset Performance Management (APM) technologies, ARC is aware of the confusion many in industry have about the distinction between the terms digitization versus digitalization.
Mar
12
2019
— Industry Trends

Training the Field Operator for High Consequence Processes

Operator training for high consequence processes, like those found in nuclear, refining, and chemical industries, has always focused on training the console operators with less emphasis on training the field operator.
Mar
11
2019
— Industry Trends

The Evolution of EAM Systems and IT

The evolution of EAM systems continue at a rapid pace, largely the result of recent IT innovations that enable capabilities that have long been sought-after.
Mar
08
2019
Chantal Polsonetti — Industry Trends

Defining the Industrial IoT Edge

This blog presents a concise definition of the emerging industrial IoT edge, which plays a critical role in realizing the industrial Internet of Things value proposition.