Rockwell Automation Launches ROKStudios Season on Automation-to-Autonomy Shift
Event summary
- Rockwell Automation launched a new season of its ROKStudios video series on April 1, 2026, featuring manufacturing leaders from Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.
- The season explores the transition from automation to autonomy, with discussions on resilience, sustainability, and digital transformation.
- Over 100 videos are now available on the ROKStudios portal, recorded at Rockwell's ROKLive EMEA event in Madrid.
- Topics include cyber resilience, workforce transformation, and lifecycle intelligence in manufacturing.
The big picture
Rockwell Automation's new ROKStudios season underscores the broader industry shift toward autonomous operations, driven by volatility, sustainability pressures, and digital complexity. The series highlights how manufacturers are rethinking operational excellence, cyber resilience, and workforce dynamics. With over 26,000 employees and a global footprint, Rockwell is positioning itself as a leader in the Future of Industrial Operations.
What we're watching
- Autonomy Adoption
- How quickly manufacturers will transition from traditional automation to autonomous operations, and the real-world value delivered.
- Cyber Resilience
- Whether industrial leaders can effectively manage cyber risk across converging IT and OT environments while balancing regulation, availability, and safety.
- Workforce Evolution
- The pace at which organizations can empower people as automation and AI redefine industrial roles.