Not all organizations have the resources, capital or talent required to deploy smart factories.

TUVE, Sweden—Every time an assembler uses an electric fastening tool at the Volvo Group truck factory here, the data from the operation is logged and stored. Engineers are now using that data to increase quality.

Real-time data acquisition prevents defective parts at an auto parts manufacturer.

Cloud-based software helps manufacturer of safety products prevent stock-outs and part shortages.

Robots and automated assembly equipment can help address the labor shortage while making companies more profitable and efficient. However, not all automation systems are the same, nor do they deliver the same level of success.

Some 18 software suppliers will demonstrate their latest products at The ASSEMBLY Show South.

The start of the year is a good time to think about what lies ahead. We have identified three trends to keep an eye on in 2024.

Thousands of engineers turn out to see the latest assembly technology.

HNI Corp. improves average on-time and complete shipment rates by 20 percent.

Audi AG is using Edge Cloud 4 Production (EC4P), a new method of IT-based factory automation, at its assembly plant in Böllinger Höfe.