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.

Dec
17
2025
— Technology Trends

From Microgrids to Hypergrids

Hypergrids are super scaled microgrids. Data centers were once passive power consumers but today they are grid-interactive energy platforms that use scale, advanced controls, and transitional generation to stabilize the grid while meeting hyperscalers’ urgent “speed to power” demands.
Dec
12
2025
Chantal Polsonetti — Company and Product News

Phoenix Contact Launches Software-Based Virtual PLCnext Controller

Phoenix Contact’s Virtual PLCnext Control is a containerized, software-based PLC that runs on Windows and Linux IT infrastructure (local or cloud) to support flexible, scalable control in virtualized environments.