ISA Interchange

Welcome to the official blog of the International Society of Automation (ISA).

This blog covers numerous topics on industrial automation such as operations & management, continuous & batch processing, connectivity, manufacturing & machine control, and Industry 4.0.

The material and information contained on this website is for general information purposes only. ISA blog posts may be authored by ISA staff and guest authors from the automation community. Views and opinions expressed by a guest author are solely their own, and do not necessarily represent those of ISA. Posts made by guest authors have been subject to peer review.

How Can We Improve Operator Trust in a PID Controller?

The following technical discussion is part of an occasional series showcasing the ISA Mentor Program...
Greg McMillan Dec 4, 2020 5:00:00 AM

What Is the Difference Between IT and OT Security?

Information Technology (IT) is defined as hardware, software, and communications technologies that f...
Jennifer Halsey Dec 1, 2020 5:15:00 AM

SAMA and ISA Cybersecurity Expert Steve Mustard in Conversation [Podcast]

Recent attacks on safety systems across multiple industries have proven that cybersecurity is no lon...
Contributing Authors Nov 30, 2020 9:57:19 AM

What No One Tells You About Industrial Automation Marketing (Part 3): Email Marketing

Welcome to part three of this multipart series on marketing for the industrial automation industry. ...
Chris Sciulli Nov 27, 2020 5:30:00 AM

Spotlight on STEM Diversity and Inclusion Work: The National Girls Collaborative Project

Industries that don't prioritize diversity and inclusion are at a distinct disadvantage. Diversity i...
Kara Phelps Nov 24, 2020 5:30:00 AM

What Is Industry 4.0?

Industry 4.0 and smart manufacturing. What do these terms mean? Can they be used interchangeably or ...
Jeff Winter Nov 20, 2020 5:00:00 AM

Making Legacy Machines Smart

It’s a myth that the adoption of Industry 4.0 means getting rid of legacy machines.
Sujata Tilak Nov 17, 2020 5:30:00 AM

ISA President's Column: Achieving Our Vision of a Better ISA

Improving Our Governance and Executing Our Strategy The International Society of Automation (ISA) Pr...
ISA Past-Presidents Nov 13, 2020 5:00:00 AM

Spotlight on STEM Diversity and Inclusion Work: Blacks in Technology

The benefits of diversity in the workplace are well-studied, and include crucial aspects like better...
Kara Phelps Nov 12, 2020 5:15:00 AM

Electrical Engineers in Automation: What Are the Success Stories?

The following technical discussion is part of an occasional series showcasing the ISA Mentor Program...
Greg McMillan Nov 10, 2020 5:00:00 AM