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Sam Francis

How Zero Trust Network Access Eliminates Implicit Trust at Scale

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Implicit trust remains prevalent in many access systems, even after remote work, cloud adoption, and tighter audit pressure have changed daily operations. Once a person or device clears an early check, broad reach often follows with little scrutiny.

That habit creates risk, because one weak session can expose several paths at once. Zero trust network access removes that assumption by testing identity, device condition, and request context whenever access is needed. [Read more…] about How Zero Trust Network Access Eliminates Implicit Trust at Scale

Intrinsic’s vision for physical AI: Building the software-defined factory

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For decades, industrial automation has largely followed the same formula. Production lines have become faster, robots have become more capable, and software has steadily improved, but the underlying model has remained relatively fixed: automation systems are engineered for specific tasks, making flexibility expensive and time-consuming.

That model is increasingly being challenged.

Manufacturers today are under pressure to produce a wider variety of products, switch between production runs more quickly, cope with labour shortages and integrate artificial intelligence into existing operations. [Read more…] about Intrinsic’s vision for physical AI: Building the software-defined factory

AI-powered robot automates Serrano ham labeling for the first time

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Until recently, labeling Serrano hams, which is a must because it determines their progression through different aging and drying processes, was a laborious task. Since a robot could not detect the bones in the ham, human involvement was indispensable.

Now, a Spanish systems integrator has developed an AI-based robotic system capable of performing this task. The labels – up to 900 per hour – are injected by a Stäubli SCARA robot designed for hygiene-sensitive applications in the food industry.

It takes 10 to 18 months of drying and ripening for a delicious Spanish Serrano ham to be ready for consumption, and this process consists of several steps. A medium-sized Serrano producer can process more than 5,000 hams per day, so labeling them with the week, year, and batch number is a small but crucial step early in the process. [Read more…] about AI-powered robot automates Serrano ham labeling for the first time

Siemens partners with Databricks and FFT to turn production data into scalable AI-driven insights

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Siemens has announced a new edge-to-cloud integration with Databricks, the Data and AI company, and long‑time automation partner FFT Produktionssysteme (FFT).

Together, the partners will connect production data directly to enterprise AI – without complex IoT middleware. This will help industrial customers transform their production data into actionable insights and scale industrial AI across global operations.

With the new integration, customers are able to stream contextualized shopfloor and plant data from Siemens Industrial Edge via the FFT DataBridge directly to the Databricks Platform, where it can be analyzed and used to train AI models centrally for implementation across global production networks. [Read more…] about Siemens partners with Databricks and FFT to turn production data into scalable AI-driven insights

Eclipse Automation unveils immersive factory planning platform at Automate 2026

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Eclipse Automation has unveiled Eclipse RealitySync, a new immersive collaboration platform designed to help manufacturers evaluate, de-risk and scale factory automation projects before production systems are built.

Launched at Automate 2026, the platform enables manufacturers to explore virtual production environments using Apple Vision Pro technology, allowing engineering, operations and leadership teams to review factory layouts, workflows and automation systems in an interactive digital environment.

According to Eclipse Automation, the increasing complexity of modern manufacturing has made traditional planning methods such as drawings and static layouts less effective for evaluating automation investments. [Read more…] about Eclipse Automation unveils immersive factory planning platform at Automate 2026

Doosan Robotics launches AI-powered palletizing solution for high-mix manufacturing

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Doosan Robotics has launched a new AI-powered palletizing solution designed to help manufacturers automate palletizing while reducing engineering complexity and improving flexibility for changing production requirements.

The company unveiled PalletizHD+ at Automate 2026, describing it as a complete, production-ready palletizing system built on its proprietary PalletizOS operating platform.

The system is designed to address one of the biggest challenges facing manufacturers today: adapting palletizing operations to changing products, packaging formats and production demands without extensive reprogramming. [Read more…] about Doosan Robotics launches AI-powered palletizing solution for high-mix manufacturing

How a Parking Management System Boosts Revenue and Cuts Overhead

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Parking demand rarely moves in a straight line. It rises before events, dips during slow workdays, and changes again by weather, access, and nearby activity. Many operators still price spaces as if every hour carries equal value.

That approach leaves income uncollected and labor stretched thin. Better tools give owners clearer visibility, tighter controls, and practical ways to manage parking as a revenue-producing asset. [Read more…] about How a Parking Management System Boosts Revenue and Cuts Overhead

Manufacturing future: the best countries to start or relocate your tech startup in 2026

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Tech is booming worldwide, particularly in the artificial intelligence sector. Opportunities are emerging in unexpected places, along with traditional heartlands for tech businesses.

Discover below which nations you should consider moving your tech startup to this year. It is important to note that there is no single answer for the best nation to move your tech startup to. Select based on its unique needs.
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Get legal assistance from Immigration Advice Service with relocating your company to improve your chances of successfully moving to one of these nations. This includes ensuring that all your essential personnel have the right visas. [Read more…] about Manufacturing future: the best countries to start or relocate your tech startup in 2026

How JLCMC is Redefining Industrial Automation Solutions for Modern Factories

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The manufacturing industry is changing rapidly. Factors are facing pressure to generate more, waste less, and adapt rapidly, while maintaining costs under control. The heart of this shift is industrial automation, plus the suppliers who fuel it in the back room.

Among the names slowly emerging in this area is JLCMC, an online store that provides factories with a streamlined solution for accessing the components required to construct, upgrade, and maintain automated systems, all without the usual procurement hassle. [Read more…] about How JLCMC is Redefining Industrial Automation Solutions for Modern Factories

8 Red Flags to Watch for When Hiring a Web Design Agency

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A good partner will be able to assist you with creating a successful site that’s sure to draw traffic and convert leads into customers.

Though portfolios and pricing typically don’t get much attention in the selection process, a good or bad web design company actually becomes evident in how they do business.

Here are 8 red flags to look out for when assessing a web design agency. [Read more…] about 8 Red Flags to Watch for When Hiring a Web Design Agency