Connected Worker Solution Integrates Across Applications

Rockwell Automation, Inc. has announced expanded integration capabilities for its Connected Worker solution from Plex, by Rockwell Automation. These advancements allow the Connected Worker solution to connect seamlessly across Rockwell applications and third-party systems, giving manufacturers a more unified way to address today's workforce challenges.

"Manufacturers continue to face critical workforce shortages, with a recent survey showing that attracting employees with the desired skillsets is among the top five internal and external obstacles to growth," said a company spokesperson. "Respondents also cited a lack of skilled labor as the leading reason they expect to struggle to outpace competitors. In the last year since its launch, the Connected Worker solution has already helped manufacturers tackle these challenges by equipping frontline employees with guided instructions, real-time context, and digital collaboration tools."

With edge-to-cloud interoperability within Rockwell applications such as FactoryTalk Optix and Fiix, as well as third-party manufacturing execution systems (MES) and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, the Connected Worker solution helps manufacturers:

• Recruit and retain talent by giving frontline employees modern digital tools that make work more intuitive and engaging
• Bridge skills gaps with real-time guidance and step-by-step work instructions so that new employees can perform with the same confidence and quality as seasoned workers
• Preserve and transfer corpus of manufacturing knowledge by capturing best practices and processes before experienced employees retire
• Reduce complexity and total cost of ownership by consolidating systems, streamlining workflows, and lowering the number of tools workers must navigate.

"Manufacturers need solutions that not only help their teams work smarter today, but also position them for long-term success," said Michael Masser, Group Product Manager, Rockwell Automation. "By extending edge to cloud interoperability across Rockwell and third-party applications, we are giving manufacturers a unified way to support their people while streamlining operations. This is the heart of our elastic MES strategy-modular, scalable, and comprehensive-giving customers the flexibility to connect systems, adapt quickly, and thrive in an environment where workforce challenges remain the top priority."

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