International Society of Automation News Release
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ISA Partners with ARC Advisory Group to Offer Industrial Automation and Enterprise Solutions Insight Articles

Dedham, MA & Research Triangle Park, NC (24 April 2009) – ISA and ARC Advisory Group announced today the availability on the ISA website, of ARC Insights articles featuring timely information on industrial automation and enterprise solutions. The new repository offers a wide range of ARC Insights articles that present an analyst perspective on market trends, technology, and strategies for success.

"ARC Insights provide useful information and guidance for end users and owner/operators," said John Kuenzler, director of strategic services, ARC Advisory Group. "They also help suppliers stay abreast of the issues and solutions of interest to their customers. Making these articles available on ISA's website is a perfect fit, given their leadership position in the automation community."

The articles, which can be found at www.isa.org/ARCInsights cover automation in discrete, continuous, hybrid, and general automation applications, as well as enterprise solutions. "ARC Advisory Group is well-respected for their market analysis in the manufacturing and utilities segments,' said T.S. Lee, director of standards, publishing, and technology services, ISA. "Offering this resource to our Members and customers helps fulfill ISA's mission of providing these professionals with the technical information they need to overcome the automation and control challenges they face everyday."

About ISA

Founded in 1945, the International Society of Automation (www.isa.org) is a leading, global, nonprofit organization that is setting the standard for automation by helping over 30,000 worldwide members and other professionals solve difficult technical problems, while enhancing their leadership and personal career capabilities. Based in Research Triangle Park, North Carolina, ISA develops standards; certifies industry professionals; provides education and training; publishes books and technical articles; and hosts the largest conference and exhibition for automation professionals in North America. ISA is the founding sponsor of The Automation Federation (www.automationfederation.org).

About ARC

Founded in 1986, ARC Advisory Group (www.arcweb.com) is the leading research and advisory firm for manufacturing, energy, and supply chain solutions. Coverage of technology from sensors and automation to production, design, and business systems makes ARC Advisory Group the go-to firm for manufacturers around the world.