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
17
2026
Siddhartha Maiti — Technology Trends

ARC Launches MarketMap Study on I/O Modules for Discrete Automation

ARC Advisory Group has initiated a MarketMap research study on I/O Modules for Discrete Automation to help end users and suppliers better understand the competitive landscape for factory automation and machine control I/O systems.
Jun
17
2026
David Humphrey — Company and Product News

Siemens Expands Industrial Software Access for European Startups

Siemens announced that European startups can now access startup-specific industrial software collections through the Siemens for Startups Program, with support for product development, market access, and industrial collaboration.
Jun
17
2026
Jim Frazer — Company and Product News

Why Octave’s Austin Event Matters: From Asset Lifecycle Software to Intelligence at Scale

Octave Live OnTour Austin takes place at a consequential point in the evolution of the industrial software market. Asset-intensive organizations are under sustained pressure to improve capital project execution, asset reliability, operational resilience, safety, quality, cybersecurity, and workforce productivity. At the same time, they are being asked to make better use of data and apply AI in ways that are practical, governed, and operationally relevant.
Jun
17
2026
David Humphrey — Company and Product News

Siemens Expands Eigen Engineering Agent Capabilities

Siemens announced new capabilities for the Eigen Engineering Agent that help automation engineers connect electrical design context with TIA Portal projects, reducing manual setup work and improving engineering consistency.