They described the business drivers for manufacturing convergence, how it affects manufacturing operations and customers, and how cross-organization cultural challenges are being addressed and resolved. “We’re in a new era of manufacturing and production,” said Nosbusch. He said suppliers like Rockwell Automation must continue to invest in new technologies and applications and form alliances with other technology leaders to help bring together information technology and manufacturing practices for customers which improve business efficiencies, agility and competitive advantage.
Rockwell customers shared how sustainable production supports their key corporate objectives, including improving energy conservation and efficiency; assuring environmental responsibility and resource management; and providing increased safety for workers, machinery and products.