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The Future of System Integration in Data Centers, Defense, and Manufacturing (Plant Services)
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- Apr 16, 2026
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Summary
In this episode of Great Question: A Manufacturing Podcast, Plant Services chief editor Thomas Wilk talks with Adrienne Meyer, CEO of the Control System Integrators Association (CSIA), about the evolving role of system integrators and the growing importance of automation in today’s manufacturing landscape. They explore how the ongoing skills gap is accelerating the adoption of automation, shifting its purpose from cost savings to maintaining operational continuity. Meyer also shares insights into how system integration is transitioning toward long-term partnerships and lifecycle services to better support digital transformation.