Articles and background information on the topic
New megatrends are constantly challenging companies to change. This applies in particular to industrial topics such as automation and digitalization. These have an impact on a wide variety of areas and are bringing about fundamental innovations.
read more...However, neither the cloud nor a centralized data center are suitable for processing the volumes of data generated by the Internet of Things. Edge computing is taking the place of traditional approaches, but has its own unique challenges.
read more...HiveMQ launches 'HiveMQ Edge', an open source software gateway with an edge-optimized MQTT broker.
read more...Belden, the global provider of network infrastructure and digitalization solutions, acquires Germany-based Industrial IoT (IIoT) specialist Cloudrail.
read more...Everyone is talking about generative artificial intelligence. But what added value does it bring? How can it be integrated into industrial processes? An assessment from Microsoft.
read more...In 1986, Beckhoff delivered the first PC-based machine controller. What has happened since then in the evolution of the PC and where do we go from here? A review and outlook from the perspective of one of the IPC pioneers.
read more...Quantum computing is still at the beginning of its development potential. However, current transformation examples and trends already show that quantum computers are becoming increasingly powerful. A look at the status quo.
read more...On the occasion of the 50th anniversary, Thomas Rudel explains why a distributor must offer more than a stable logistics system, why the step towards becoming a system and development partner is crucial and what risks exist for Europe in the semiconductor market.
read more...Over the last 25 years, Siemens has recognized the importance of using software in conjunction with hardware and has introduced a wide range of technological innovations and solutions.
read more..."Computer" - with this element in our magazine name in 1998, we wanted to take account of the IT influence in automation technology that was already emerging at the time. However, the expected IT influence took much longer than we expected at the time.
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