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Kontron, a leading global provider of IoT/Embedded Computing Technology (ECT), offers industrial software for cross-industry automation solutions through its subsidiary Kontron AIS GmbH. Equipped with new features, the v4.2 release of FabEagle®MES supports the efficient production of solar cells and solar modules. The new version of the manufacturing execution system…

Honeywell announced the launch of its Battery Manufacturing Excellence Platform (Battery MXP), an artificial intelligence (AI)-powered software solution designed to optimize the operation of gigafactories from day one by improving battery cell yields and expediting facility startups for manufacturers. With traditional standalone solutions, battery manufacturers' material scrap rates can be…

Flexxbotics, delivering workcell digitalization for robot-driven manufacturing, announced advanced robotic machine tending compatible for quality inspection connectivity with the full line of SICK machine vision technologies including 2D and 3D vision sensors and vision cameras. Now, companies can enable robot-driven manufacturing with Flexxbotics using SICK to achieve closed-loop quality and…

Zuken announces the 2024.0 release of eCADSTAR, Zuken’s next-generation PCB design system for small and medium businesses. The new release includes a number of improvements ranging from enhanced design reuse, simplified revision tracking, and more robust schematic design. eCADSTAR 2024.0 supports PCB designers in meeting the increasing demand for compact,…

AVEVA, a global leader in industrial software driving digital transformation and sustainability, announced updated capabilities and commercial models for their award-winning InTouch Unlimited HMI/SCADA software. New features, optimized commercial models, and pricing make it easier for end users, original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), and systems integrators (SIs) to develop and scale…

Autodesk, Inc. reported financial results for the first quarter of fiscal 2025.  All growth rates are compared to the first quarter of fiscal 2024, unless otherwise noted. A reconciliation of GAAP to non-GAAP results is provided in the accompanying tables. For definitions, please view the Glossary of Terms later in…

Anark announces that Release 4.5.85 of our technical content collaboration platform for manufacturers is now available and includes new features, enhancements, and updates based on customer feedback and industry demand. Releases occur every 4-6 weeks and can be immediately applied to SaaS, on-prem and desktop installations. Anark's agile release process…

Accenture has completed the acquisition of SOKO, an independent Brazilian creative agency that develops brand stories with deep impact in society by blending creativity, data and a comprehensive understanding of culture. The acquisition of SOKO, previously announced on May 2, 2024, adds approximately 300 employees to Droga5 São Paulo, deepening the agency’s influence…

NTT DATA Business Solutions AG, a company of NTT DATA and a leading global IT service provider focused on the mid-market and SAP, announces the acquisition of a majority stake in ProvenTech Pvt Ltd, Hyderabad, Telangana, India. ProvenTech is specialized in providing cutting-edge GenAI-driven Quality Management and Manufacturing solutions to Pharma,…

IFS, the leading technology innovator in cloud and Industrial AI software, announces it has entered into a definitive agreement to buy Copperleaf Technologies Inc.. As the most advanced provider of AI-powered enterprise Asset Investment Planning and Management (“AIPM”) software, Copperleaf offers compelling capabilities that add further depth to IFS’s position…