- In February 2023, Schneider Electric, Capgemini, and Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. unveiled an innovative 5G-enabled automated hoisting solution. This groundbreaking project replaced traditional wired connections with a state-of-the-art wireless 5G private network, facilitating the large-scale deployment of digital technologies across industrial sites. The collaboration streamlines and optimizes the integration of advanced digital technologies, marking a significant step forward in system integration within industrial environments
- In June 2023, Cisco introduced its new Security Service Edge (SSE) solution, designed to provide seamless and secure access across all locations, devices, and applications. This service tackles challenges such as inconsistent access experiences by intelligently routing traffic to both private and public destinations. By eliminating the need for end-user intervention, it streamlines access management and boosts productivity, enhancing overall operational efficiency
- In January 2022, Proud Automation, a subsidiary of RG Group, expanded its offerings by adding Mobile Industrial Robots (MiR) certified system integrations to its portfolio in North America. Proud Automation, a prominent manufacturer of MiR and autonomous mobile robots, now provides advanced integration solutions to enhance automation capabilities. This addition strengthens their position in the growing mobile robotics market
- In January 2022, Wood received funding from the Canadian province of Newfoundland and Labrador to support the recovery of its offshore oil and gas industry while boosting local employment. The project focuses on providing maintenance services and establishing a regional autonomous robotic inspection system. This initiative aims to enhance operational efficiency and safety in the region’s energy sector through innovative technologies
- In June 2021, ATS Automation Tooling Systems Inc., a leading supplier of automation solutions, acquired Control and Information Management Ltd. (CIM), an industrial automation system integrator based in Ireland. This acquisition enhances ATS’s automation and service capabilities, particularly in the pharmaceutical, biopharma, and manufacturing sectors. It also bolsters the company's digitization strategy, expanding its expertise in providing advanced automation solutions across various industries
