Rockwell Automation Wins 2024 Frost & Sullivan Global Competitive Strategy Leadership Award for Smart Water Monitoring Modernization

Rockwell Automation (Rockwell) offers AI-powered water monitoring technologies, enabling water utilities to optimize system efficiency, reduce leaks and achieve sustainability goals through to innovative digital solutions.

SAN ANTONIO, December 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Frost and Sullivan recently researched the smart water monitoring industry and based on its findings, recognizes Rockwell with the Global Competitive Strategy Leadership Award 2024. Rockwell is a globally recognized provider of innovative industrial automation and digital transformation solutions that modernize water infrastructure by leveraging advanced analytics, artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) to help utilities optimize their operations, reduce inefficiencies and achieve their sustainability goals.

Rockwell addresses critical water utility challenges by offering a comprehensive suite of tools to improve operational resilience and productivity. Its intelligent monitoring and control technologies enable real-time data collection and analysis, helping utilities detect leaks, predict system failures and optimize water delivery. By integrating IoT and digital twin platforms, Rockwell enables water companies to simulate real-world conditions, detect anomalies and proactively respond to system issues, leading to better performance outcomes. water management. Rockwell’s revolutionary solutions, such as Allen-Bradley hardware and FactoryTalk® software, are particularly valuable as global water companies face increasing pressures from aging infrastructure, urbanization and climate change.

Additionally, the company’s focus on sustainability and digital transformation has become a cornerstone of its strategy, aligning perfectly with the needs of water utilities striving to meet strict environmental regulations. Rockwell’s solutions contribute to long-term environmental goals, such as reducing non-revenue water and improving the resiliency of water distribution networks.

“The company has identified that many water companies are operating on legacy equipment and infrastructure, which can lead to inefficiencies, leaks and potential outages, as well as a lack of visibility into systems. To drive efficiency and better visibility, Rockwell Automation is modernizing these systems. systems with intelligent monitoring and control technologies,” said Victoria Courtadeindustrial analyst at Frost & Sullivan.

Rockwell’s focus on predictive maintenance has become increasingly important as the demand for smarter, more efficient water systems continues to grow. Its tools analyze data from water distribution network sensors to detect signs of wear, pressure irregularities or potential leaks before they escalate into significant problems. As a result, this forward-thinking technology improves the overall reliability of water systems while helping businesses address the challenges associated with aging infrastructure and rapid urbanization.

Additionally, the company’s solutions integrate seamlessly with existing systems, providing a unified platform where water utilities can view and manage their assets in real time. This comprehensive approach helps utilities improve operational efficiency and aligns with broader sustainability goals by reducing water loss and energy consumption.

“Rockwell Automation’s value proposition fills existing operational gaps. Its integrated and robust portfolio optimizes decision-making through advanced analytics across diverse stakeholders. There is a growing demand for predictive maintenance solutions in the industry. Therefore, the company focuses on providing AI-based tools. to anticipate equipment breakdowns and optimize maintenance schedules,” emphasized Valentina BarciaBest Practices Research Analyst at Frost & Sullivan.

Each year, Frost & Sullivan presents this award to the company that has leveraged competitive intelligence to successfully execute a strategy that results in stronger market share, competitive brand positioning and customer satisfaction.

“We are honored to receive the 2024 Global Competitive Strategy Leadership Award from Frost & Sullivan,” said Emmanuel Guilhamon, vice president of sustainability at Rockwell Automation. “This important recognition highlights our commitment to our customers’ environmental and water stewardship and to transforming water infrastructure through cutting-edge offerings in industrial automation and digital transformation. Through our unique portfolio of integrated solutions that combine Allen-Bradley hardware, FactoryTalk software and sustainability consulting services, we provide a tailored approach and help water utilities and their customers optimize their operations while achieving their sustainable development goals. As we address challenges such as aging infrastructure, urbanization and climate change, we remain committed to providing solutions that support long-term environmental goals.

The Frost & Sullivan Best Practices Awards recognize companies in various regional and global markets for demonstrating outstanding achievement and superior performance in leadership, technological innovation, customer service and strategic product development. Industry analysts compare market players and measure performance through in-depth interviews, analysis, and extensive secondary research to identify industry best practices.

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Rockwell Automation, Inc. (NYSE: ROK) is a global leader in industrial automation and digital transformation. We connect people’s imaginations with the potential of technology to expand what is humanly possible, making the world more productive and sustainable. Based in Milwaukee, WisconsinRockwell Automation employs approximately 27,000 problem-solvers dedicated to our customers in more than 100 countries at the end of fiscal 2024. Learn more about how we are bringing the connected enterprise to life in industrial enterprises , visit www.rockwellautomation.com.