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SMERGERS Featured in Manufacturing Today: Automation’s Role in Small Manufacturing

Aug 13, 2026

The August 2026 issue of Manufacturing Today examines how automation, AI, and IoT are reshaping India’s manufacturing landscape. Industry voices from academia and business highlight the growing overlap between operational technology and IT, the urgent need for engineers to master digital tools, and the widening skills gap as technology advances faster than workforce training can adapt.

Among the contributors, SMERGERS’ founder Vishal Devanath points to the practical path forward for smaller manufacturers: “The fastest, most measurable returns for smaller manufacturers come from basic automation and IoT‑enabled monitoring.”

His perspective underscores how SMEs can strengthen competitiveness by focusing first on accessible technologies that deliver immediate results, while the broader ecosystem continues to evolve toward advanced digital transformation. Read more on ManufacturingToday


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