The Shape of Things to Come
“The Shape of Things to Come” is more than a slogan — it is a call to action. As industries face rapid shifts in technology, regulation and global supply chains, leaders must decide which bets to place today to stay relevant in the next decade.
The theme for Automation Expo captures this moment of inflection, where digital intelligence, sustainable growth and resilient operations intersect. It helps decision-makers understand the systems that will define tomorrow’s factories, plants and infrastructure.
Four Forces Shaping the Next Era of Automation
Digital Transformation
At Automation Expo 2026, digital transformation is on the shop floor—connected control systems, industrial IoT and digital twins that turn real-time plant data into better, faster decisions.
Sustainable Growth
Across the Expo, automation solutions show how to cut energy, water and material intensity per unit produced, making Net Zero, compliance and profitability part of the same investment story.
Safety & Security
Live demos at the Expo bring together process safety, machine safety and OT cybersecurity, showing how integrated protection prevents incidents, safeguards people and keeps production stable.
Global Competitiveness
Automation Expo 2026 is a launchpad for modular, interoperable architectures that can be replicated across plants, helping manufacturers shorten rollout times and compete confidently in global supply chains.
Why this Theme Matters
“The Shape of Things to Come” is more than a slogan—it is a call to action. It represents how industries must prepare for the next wave of industrial transformation, where automation is not an option but a necessity for survival and growth.
By bringing together innovators, solution providers, and industry leaders, Automation Expo 2026 becomes the epicenter of change—where today’s ideas shape tomorrow’s industries.
