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Rockwell Automation industrial technology expansion

Overview

Rockwell Automation is advancing industrial automation and digital transformation through AI-driven tools and remote support. The company launched TechConnectIQ Support, a 24/7 remote service for North American single-site customers utilizing AI and augmented reality to reduce downtime, with plans for regional expansion by 2027. Additionally, an API-enabled integration between the Plex Quality Management System and FactoryTalk Analytics VisionAI now provides automated quality intelligence and enhanced visual inspection.

Demand is increasing due to North American reshoring initiatives and growth in the automotive, e-commerce, and data center sectors. Executives noted that manufacturing investments are accelerating as companies integrate supply chains across the United States, Mexico, and Canada. To address labor shortages, automation is being used for plant modernization.

To manage cybersecurity risks, Rockwell has partnered with Anthropic via Project Glasswing to use Claude AI models for enhancing industrial defenses and remediating software vulnerabilities. In response to rising threats and the expansion of the IT-OT attack surface, the company expanded its SecureOT suite. This expansion includes new managed services for infrastructure and Fortinet-compatible firewall management, providing 24/7 monitoring, patching, and threat detection to help manufacturers secure existing hardware without requiring equipment replacement.

Furthering its AI capabilities, Rockwell announced FactoryTalk Conductor, an AI-native orchestration platform designed to coordinate AI-powered workflows using natural language. Scheduled for a Q1 2027 release, the platform will debut at Automation Fair 2026 and integrate with tools like Studio 5000 Logix Designer. The company also maintains a strategic alliance with Hitachi Energy to connect industrial electrical infrastructure with production management systems, focusing on coordinating energy supply with production needs.

Entities

Rockwell Automation · ARC Advisory Group · Fortinet · FactoryTalk Conductor · Rick Kaun

Timeline

  1. [TECHNOLOGY] 5 sources
    Rockwell Automation introduces AI orchestration platform

    Rockwell Automation launched FactoryTalk Conductor, an AI orchestration platform, as manufacturers seek to scale AI beyond pilot stages and improve data utilization.

  2. [TECHNOLOGY] 4 sources
    Rockwell Automation launches AI-native orchestration platform

    Rockwell Automation has announced FactoryTalk Conductor, an AI-native orchestration platform for industrial automation, alongside recognition in 21 Gartner Hype Cycle reports.

  3. [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    Hitachi Energy and Rockwell Automation partner on industrial electrification

    Hitachi Energy and Rockwell Automation are partnering to integrate industrial electrical infrastructure with production systems, while Rockwell expands its SecureOT cybersecurity services for industrial OT.

  4. [TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
    Rockwell Automation and Fortinet expand industrial cybersecurity services

    As industrial OT cybersecurity matures, 71% of manufacturers reported intrusions in 2026. Rockwell Automation is launching new managed security services with Fortinet to combat rising cyber risks.

  5. [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    Rockwell Automation expands SecureOT cybersecurity services

    Rockwell Automation expanded its SecureOT cybersecurity suite with new managed services for Fortinet firewalls and existing infrastructure to bolster industrial OT resilience.

  6. [TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
    Rockwell Automation expands SecureOT with Fortinet support

    Rockwell Automation expanded its SecureOT suite with new managed services supporting Fortinet firewalls and existing industrial infrastructure to enhance OT cybersecurity and operational resilience.

  7. [TECHNOLOGY] 4 sources
    Rockwell Automation report identifies cybersecurity as a major industrial growth challenge

    A Rockwell Automation report finds over one-third of industrial firms view cybersecurity as a major growth barrier, despite high confidence in recovery capabilities.

  8. [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    Rockwell Automation sees growth from reshoring and adopts AI for cybersecurity

    Rockwell Automation reports rising demand from North American reshoring and automotive growth, while partnering with Anthropic to use Claude AI for industrial cybersecurity defense.

  9. [TECHNOLOGY] 3 sources
    Rockwell Automation expands industrial AI and remote support capabilities

    Rockwell Automation has launched TechConnectIQ for remote industrial support and integrated Plex QMS with FactoryTalk Analytics VisionAI to enhance AI-driven quality management.

Sources

ad-hoc-news.de · australianmanufacturing.com.au · bizrapidx.com · dreamnews.jp · energiahoy.com · enterprisesecuritytech.com · hellot.net · itahora.com · ltvnews.net · mladen.tourism.com · mtom-mag.com · onlinemediacafe.com · perishablenews.com · pingtungtimes.com.tw · processingmagazine.com · qualitydigest.com · stocknews.com · stocktitan.net · the-miyanichi.co.jp · theqldr.com.au · undernews.fr · world-today-journal.com · zdnet.co.kr

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