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.

Nov
07
2017
— Industry Trends

Questions for Blockchain Pilot Programs

Blockchain is being used in several pilot programs for supply chains. What questions do these programs need to answer if they are to succeed?
Nov
06
2017
— Industry Trends

Digitization in the Railway industry

For rail and other transportation industries, the fourth industrial revolution promises continuing acceleration of innovation on both the supply and demand side. Digitization can enhance the railway infrastructure, maximize availability, and improve the operational efficiency of all assets.

Nov
03
2017
— Industry Trends

IIoT and the Intelligent Edge Re-defining the Embedded Systems Market

I have been working to get my arms around the embedded systems market for some time now, from the perspective of doing research for a market study that will define this industry, the technology involved, the products and applications, the supplier

Nov
01
2017
Chantal Polsonetti — Industry Trends

New Developments Boost Cellular Value in IIoT and I4

Industrial Internet applications rely heavily on wireline network infrastructure, particularly for fixed in-plant installations, but manufacturers should also consider the potential benefits of cellular technology in suitable applications.
Oct
31
2017
— Technology Trends

Machine Learning and People

Researchers at MIT report on the interactions of human drivers with machine learning as applied to autonomous driving systems.
Oct
27
2017
Inderpreet Shoker — Technology Trends

Digitalization for Asset Integrity Management

Digitalization is helping users with their Asset Integrity Management initiatives to ensure that assets deliver the required function in a sustainable manner.
Oct
25
2017
Greg Gorbach — Technology Trends

Pick IoT Platforms to Power Performance Plans

If you are involved with operations technology (OT), you know it’s time to consider a modern IoT platform.  But how do you pick the right platform to support your company’s digitization and transformation plans?