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Modernisation without disruption: why it matters

29 Jul 2026

Stefan Basenach, Senior Vice President of Global Process Automation Technology at ABB, has written an article which explores how industrial operators can modernise automation systems while avoiding the disruption and risk often associated with large-scale upgrades.

It covers:

  • Why cybersecurity, workforce shortages, sustainability targets and AI adoption are accelerating the need for automation modernisation
  • How open standards and interoperable architectures are helping bridge the gap between operational stability and digital innovation
  • The growing role of predictive maintenance, advanced analytics and AI-driven decision support in plant operations
  • Why the future of automation may depend on decoupling software from hardware to improve flexibility, scalability and lifecycle management

As many industries look to balance innovation with operational continuity, this offers a timely perspective on the next evolution of industrial automation.

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This content was created in paid collaboration with the Newsletter Editors Andy Pye and Bob Dobson. 

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