Rockwell Automation, the world's largest company dedicated to industrial automation and digital transformation, will be hosting its annual ROKLive Southeast Asia event in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, from 31 May to 1 June 2023. This year, the event will carry the theme of digital manufacturing for the next industrial revolution and beyond.

The theme will focus on the importance of accelerating innovation in a rapidly changing world and the critical role that Digital Transformation (DX) plays in driving resiliency, sustainability, and growth in the manufacturing industry.

Industry experts will provide insights, helping participants to identify the best way to achieve their transformation goals.

ROKLive Ho Chi Minh will also feature an interactive exhibition showcasing the latest innovations from Rockwell Automation and members of the company's PartnerNetwork program. A series of DX industry forums on food and beverage, oil and gas, life sciences and OEM technologies, technology updates from subject matter experts.

Pham Kieu Trinh, country manager of Rockwell Automation Vietnam, said, "The ROKLive event is a platform for participants to gain real insights into how they can approach industry-specific challenges. The goal is to equip participants with knowledge and tools to achieve better outcomes as they elevate their business and stay ahead of the game in a rapidly evolving landscape."

Manufacturing companies are currently facing a multitude of challenges - maintaining profitable growth while improving resilience, agility, and sustainability. They are also struggling to address workforce shortages and supply chain issues simultaneously. The impact of the pandemic, inflation, and supply chain disruption hindered growth in 2022, while inflationary pressures have risen in 2023. To address these challenges, manufacturers are making strategic investments in industrial automation and digital transformation solutions to reduce risks, create new opportunities, and remain competitive.

The 8th Annual State of Smart Manufacturing Report by Rockwell Automation, a survey of 1,353 global manufacturers, revealed that 97% of respondents are currently implementing or planning to implement smart manufacturing technology within the next one to two years.

McKinsey & Company also reports that successful implementation of Industry 4.0 has helped manufacturers gain a 30% to 50% reduction in machine downtime, 10% to 30% increase in throughput, 15% to 30% improvements in labor productivity, and 85% more accurate forecasting. The combination of these solutions can help leaders prioritize the fundamental aspects of their business, such as improving manufacturing and supply chain visibility as well as customer experience and satisfaction.

For over 40 years Rockwell Automation has been a significant presence in the Asia Pacific region, committed to its vision of expanding the possibilities for humans and driving digital transformation that achieves results for its customers. With more than 5,000 employees in the region and a strong network of partners working together, Rockwell Automation is driving industry transformation through innovative automation and connected enterprise solutions. By unlocking the potential of its customers and improving productivity through technology, Rockwell Automation is continuously transforming the industry.