Working in a competitive industry demands that you become a data-driven organization. As a technology solution provider, effectively leveraging data can unlock significant advantages, such as driving market expansion and fostering innovation. Unfortunately, all too many companies lack an analytical approach to decision-making.

Enterprise data fabric is gaining significant attention in today’s digitally-driven world as enterprises require a holistic approach to data storage and integration. As enterprises introduce more technologies to their operations, their data generation will continue to increase. This makes collating, storing, and contextualizing data more challenging. An enterprise data fabric unifies data across departments and business units, enabling users to draw connections that would otherwise go unnoticed.

As the manufacturing landscape continues to evolve, companies are increasingly looking toward technology to bolster their operations and overcome emerging challenges. To better understand the attitudes, adoption rates, and pain points manufacturers have regarding technology, ABI Research conducted The State of Technology in the Manufacturing Industry survey.

In the rapidly evolving world of discrete manufacturing, choosing the right Manufacturing Execution System (MES) software solution can make all the difference in optimizing production efficiency, quality, and overall operational performance. With so many options on the market, finding the best MES provider for your specific needs can be a daunting task. To help guide your decision-making, we’ve distilled the latest competitive ranking from ABI Research, reviewing the 18 MES software providers targeting discrete manufacturers. In this blog post, we will explore the standout capabilities and key differentiators of the top six MES vendors, providing valuable insights to help you make an informed choice.

Cyberattacks on Internet of Things (IoT) devices are on the rise, with 8 in 10 organizations having experienced an IoT attack. Companies in the healthcare, utilities and industrial, retail and supply chain, wearables, smart home, and connected car markets are the most at risk of an IoT breach. Some of the biggest mistakes organizations make include:

Dassault Systèmes was named the overall leader in ABI Research’s Offline Programming for Robotics Software in Industrial Manufacturing competitive ranking due to its robust and comprehensive offerings. The French multinational software company came out on top because its Offline Programming (OLP) software excels in the following three key areas.

Quality control is one of the most consequential aspects of manufacturing. We’ve seen all too many times what kind of brand damage a product recall or negative reviews can inflict on a company’s public image. This is why Quality Management System (QMS) software is a must-have in the modern manufacturing plant. A QMS solution can accommodate all your quality assurance requirements, ranging from risk mitigation to safety compliance. The market for QMS software is expected to nearly triple between 2024 and 2034—reaching a US$13.11 billion valuation.

Batteries are often associated with being hazardous and harmful for the environment. While this is true, their mineral-richness should not be overlooked. When properly recycled, you can recover scarce materials like lithium, nickel, and cobalt from a battery. These minerals can then be reused for future battery manufacturing.

By the end of 2025, there will be 6,111 public data centers worldwide—5,544 colocation sites and 567 hyperscale sites. Asia-Pacific has the highest concentration of data center locations, with Europe and North America following. ABI Research anticipates 8,378 data centers will be in operation by 2030.