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
17
2026
Colin Masson — Technology Trends

Demystifying Industrial AI: A New Voyage of Discovery

ARC Advisory Group introduces a 3-Axis Industrial AI taxonomy to help end users evaluate AI models beyond vendor hype, addressing growing concerns around transparency, safety, and data governance.
Mar
16
2026
Colin Masson — Technology Trends

Humanoids, Heat, and Hard ROI: Unpacking the 2026 ARC Executive Panel

An ARC Leadership Forum executive panel explored how industrial organizations are moving beyond pilot projects to scale Industrial AI through faster ROI, ecosystem partnerships, infrastructure readiness, human oversight, and general-purpose robotics.