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What is SCADA?

SCADA, or supervisory control and data acquisition, is a foundational technology for plant managers and operations teams that need real-time visibility and control over industrial processes. Despite how widely it is deployed across manufacturing and process industries, the term still draws blank sta

Prince Hydraulics Finally Gets The SCADA System They Wanted

For Prince Hydraulics, the road to a functioning SCADA system was more than a decade in the making. As far back as 2011, a group of plant employees presented to corporate leadership with a clear ask: find a way to bring all the information operators need into one place and make it easy to apply to t

Rockwell Automation report: 93% of manufacturers have MES, but only 23% have fully integrated it

A Rockwell Automation survey of 1,560 manufacturers finds MES adoption is nearly universal, but enterprise-wide integration remains the defining gap.

IMTS 2026 puts industrial AI and automation on the shop floor for enterprise evaluation

Manufacturing technology orders hit $2.19B through April 2026, up 28.9%. IMTS 2026 gives operators direct access to AI, automation, and additive tech.

Physical AI converges on the warehouse floor: five operational moves shaping industrial robotics in mid-2026

From truck unloading to no-code paint cobots, the latest industrial robotics announcements carry concrete implications for ops and procurement teams.

Industrial automation in focus: six product launches shaping factory floors in June 2026

Automate 2026 opens June 22 in Chicago with 1,000+ exhibitors, a new humanoid pavilion, and a sector-wide debate on why AI—not machines—now limits factory perfo

Edge Computing is the Foundation for Scaled Smart Cities. How Can the Industry Accelerate Adoption?

As cities globally accelerate their transformation into “smart cities,” the integration of a capable computing ecosystem to complement smart city initiatives has become an important part of smart city success. How critical will edge computing be in that ecosystem, and in the facilitation of today’s and tomorrow’s smart city projects, especially with where smart…

Unlocking Automation: Revolutionizing B2B Manufacturing Processes

We’re excited to share the latest episode of our podcast where we dive deep into the world of automation and its game-changing impact on B2B manufacturing. Sean Dotson, Co-founder of Automatika and formerly Founder and CEO of RND Automation shares his decades of trial and error, and provides a masterclass on getting started with automation….

Is Amazon Sidewalk the Next Step in Smart Home Development?

In episode two of Smart Home on the Range, a podcast devoted to the step-by-step design and construction process of a new smart home and other content, Tod Caflisch walks us through some of the mysteries surrounding Smart Home devices and one of Amazon’s newer technologies, Amazon Sidewalk. Caflisch started his renovation projects about seven…

Discovering the SmartSky User Experience

Hear a user experience with the remarkable system with low latency and high bandwidth. They were able to accomplish all their tasks without any issues. People interested in this technology desire the ability to have meetings in the sky, and this system makes that possible.

Episode 1 – The Next Evolution in Aviation Connectivity

SmartSky Networks is revolutionizing the in-flight experience by providing reliable connectivity at 35,000 feet. Their mission is to ensure that passengers can work, stream movies, and stay connected while in the air. The company’s comprehensive approach to connectivity sets it apart, utilizing an unlicensed band for consistent and low-latency connections. With the post-pandemic resurgence of…

How Does it Work? – The STC Process

Installing SmartSky on an aircraft is an exciting opportunity. It is all about ensuring the best experience for the customer, and being among the first to have the system on board provides numerous benefits, and the goal is to make the installation seamless. Collaboration with dealers and operators is crucial during this process, especially when…

In-Flight Connectivity Unplugged: Customer Insights from Flight Interviews

Users share their experience of using in-flight connectivity on an aircraft. They express their delight at being able to FaceTime multiple family members without any lag, hesitation, or blurring of the screen. The seamless experience leaves them in awe. They emphasize that WiFi access is a crucial requirement for operators and customers, who become upset…

All Things IoT

The IoT ecosystem is accelerating, with innovation moving forward rapidly. It has applications in many industries, and those use cases will be at the forefront of the 2021 Works With Conference hosted by Silicon Labs. On Engineering Experience, host Tyler Kern spoke with Keith Nesrsta, Regional Sales Manager at Silicon Labs, and Paragon Innovations…

Elevating the Customer Experience through Bank Branch Digital Transformation

Banks are a constant – they loom on urban corners and dot rural towns, providing necessary financial services to their customers. However, they’re also rigid, often resulting in slower adaptation of new technologies. In today’s world of heightened consumer expectations and the desire for more personalized and automated experiences, that’s no longer an option. Even…

How Will 5G Support Growing Needs in Telehealth and Emergency Services?

The way we communicate, share data and use technology to act on those insights is changing – and it’s all leading to the cloud. On In the Cloud, every week new experts will engage in a fire side chat and will bring their extensive experience in software, IT and mobile solutions straight to you, offering a…

How AI Kitchen Process Optimization is Transforming the QSR Industry 

The COVID-19 pandemic forever altered the QSR landscape. Innovations once believed to take years to develop arrived out of necessity. Intel’s Internet of Things Group, joined by partners like PreciTaste, led the way with AI solutions that not only got QSRs up and running during the early stages of the pandemic but continued to innovate…

Is the Future of Enterprise Connectivity an API-First World?

The way we communicate, share data and use technology to act on those insights is changing – and it’s all leading to the cloud. On In the Cloud, every week new experts will engage in a fire side chat and will bring their extensive experience in software, IT and mobile solutions straight to you, offering a…

How to Get Networks and Autonomous Transportation on the Same Playing Field

The way we communicate, share data and use technology to act on those insights is changing – and it’s all leading to the cloud. On In the Cloud, every week new experts will engage in a fire side chat and will bring their extensive experience in software, IT and mobile solutions straight to you, offering a…

Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger on Foundry Business, Global Chip Shortage

Intel Chief Executive Officer Pat Gelsinger discussed the company’s ambitions to create a new foundry business, and saying he sees the global chip shortage lasting “a couple more years.” Gelsinger spoke with Bloomberg’s Emily Chang about why change is something that’s fundamental to Intel’s business. — Gelsinger: I’m committed to the best products in…

Education & Technology: IT Innovation in Education Systems

On this episode of On Air with Pinnacle, Host James Kent spoke with Todd Borland, Executive Director of Technology, Union Public Schools, Tulsa, OK, and Dr. Jack Green, Solutions Leader for PK-12 and Higher Education Partners, Pinnacle Business Systems about the evolving role of IT departments in education systems, from helping start eSports leagues in the…

The Ripple Effect of 5G, 10G, and 802.11AX

By 2020, forecasts suggest that, around the globe, there will be around 6.58 network connected devices per person. With over 7.5 billion people on the planet, this means that there could be nearly 50 billion network connected devices by 2020. As such, a hot topic dominating conversations as we propel into the new year…

The Future Promise of IoT: The Mecca Minute

This episode of the Mecca Minute takes a look at the future promise of IoT. While he may not be a fan of the acronym, Gerry Mecca acknowledges that IoT holds the potential to radically alter our lives. He hones in on the ways that this vast network would be able to improve the…

MarketScale Mornings: What Industry Insiders are Saying About the Launch of 5G

While consumers are anticipating the widescale release of 5G connectivity, the professionals making it happen are focused on much more. Don Doty, a business development manager for FDH Infrastructure Services, and Jerry Folk, the Director of Broadcast Operations for FDH, both work with telecommunications technology every day. The implementation of 5G may change the…

How Technology is Improving the Broadband User Experience

Communications have fundamentally changed since the implementation of broadband services; today, customer expectations are that communication is instant and clear. “Internet is now the key to this business because everything flows through it. Whether it’s the phone or video or internet,” Chris Boring, vice president of sales and marketing at Promptlink Communications, said. This…

IntelliFinishing Smart Controls: A Critical Component for a Flexible Automated Finishing System

In the world of automated finishing systems, not every solution is created equal. There are real differentiators that can improve and streamline processes while increasing both productivity and quality. With its unique friction-driven conveyor, efficient washers and ovens, and recipe-based smart controls, the IntelliFinishing automated finishing system can increase throughput by 20%, nearly eliminate downtime,…

The Crossover of Broadband and Content at ANGA COM 2019

ANGA COM 2019 brought together more than 20,000 people to Cologne, Germany this month. One of the biggest telecom and content shows in the world every year, a heavy focus in 2019 was put on the 5G future, new content consumption platforms and the personalization of TV. Promptlink Communications was in attendance at the event…

Kasa: Making a Difference in PLC Solutions

Automation systems can be quite complex, but they are typically controlled by a Programmable Logic Controller (PLC). A PLC is a digital computer designed for rugged industrial applications and is the “brains” of a manufacturer’s automation system. Typically used in control panels to perform the logic processing, PLCs implement programs written by the user to…

It Takes a Village to Make a Smart City, with Bob Flaherty of CIMCON Lighting

Smart city technology continues to interest cities as an effective way to attract businesses and residents. As companies like Netflix, Amazon, and Uber continue to change the world by showing consumers what can happen when technology becomes accessible to ordinary people daily, cities are following suit for their own piece of this technology pie….

Connectivity Will Change Sporting Events Forever

Could smart stadiums be in our future? With the increased availability of WiFi and the inevitable arrival of 5G, the future of sporting events could look a lot different. Marybeth Hall of Brown Pelican WiFi joins the podcast again this week to tell us what it was like to provide WiFi for a race…