- In May 2024, Accenture announced the acquisition of Teamexpat, a company specializing in embedded software for complex high-tech systems and products, particularly in software testing, development, and integration for lithography systems used in the semiconductor industry. These systems utilize ultraviolet light to project intricate patterns onto semiconductor materials, playing a crucial role in defining microchip performance
- In May 2024, Oceaneering International, Inc. and Global Design Innovation, Ltd. (GDi) entered into a strategic collaboration agreement to deliver innovative digital asset management solutions for asset-intensive industries such as oil & gas, utilities, and power generation. As part of this collaboration, Oceaneering leveraged GDi’s Vision software solution to streamline inspection processes, enable remote assessment of external conditions, and optimize on-site personnel presence
- In January 2024, ABB announced an agreement to acquire a majority stake in the software service provider Meshmind, aiming to enhance its research and development capabilities in AI, Industrial IoT, and machine vision. By integrating Meshmind’s engineering talent, AI expertise, and software knowledge, ABB plans to establish a new global R&D hub to accelerate the development of innovative automation solutions within its Machine Automation division (B&R)
- In April 2023, Siemens Digital Industries Software and IBM revealed plans to expand their software collaboration by developing a comprehensive suite of integrated tools to address system engineering across multiple domains. This partnership will focus on lifecycle management and asset management, with the ultimate goal of creating a unified digital thread throughout the entire manufacturing infrastructure
- In December 2022, Schneider Electric, a leading player in digital transformation for energy management and automation, introduced the latest version of EcoStruxure Automation Expert, the world’s first software-centric universal automation system. This update provides enhanced automation capabilities for industries such as consumer-packaged goods, logistics, and water and wastewater operations, offering next-generation automation features and unparalleled operational flexibility
