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.

Sep
04
2026
Asha Suparna — Industry Best Practice

From Industrial Automation to Industrial Autonomy

Yokogawa’s Rajeev Joshi explores how industrial AI, reinforcement learning, and a phased approach to autonomy can help process industries move beyond traditional automation while maintaining safety and operator trust.
Sep
04
2026
Jim Frazer — Industry Best Practice

Stop Managing Logistics as a Collection of Functions

Logistics leaders need to move beyond functional optimization and manage transportation, warehousing, technology, partners, and decisions as one interconnected system.