SE_HBR_1200x675_Hero Image-2x Digital transformation is fundamentally changing the way we do business. We’re seeing more data, quicker processes, and safer and more efficient work across all industries. But the industrial sector, which can arguably benefit the most from automation and digitalization, is falling behind. Outdated notions of automation, such as the fear of robots replacing hardworking people, hold back progress. Industrial automation uses control systems, like computers or other information technologies, to handle processes and machinery. These technologies are human-centric. They aren’t about cutting costs by taking jobs; they’re about making those jobs safer and more efficient by reducing the need for people to participate in repetitive or dangerous tasks and letting them focus on higher-value work. Embracing automation is vital for industrial firms to remain competitive and retain talent, which is why nearly half of all industries have initiated some sort of digital transformation. However, the initial stages of industrial automation projects often present challenges such as deadlines, costs, technical issues, and communication gaps. Collaborating with expert partners in digital transformation can alleviate these challenges by organizing resources, addressing skills gaps, planning digitalization, and achieving interoperability. Such partnerships may also foster cross-industry dialogue and innovation to meet evolving […]