Interview: Mariya Prempeh, country manager, Singapore, Malaysia and Brunei, Rockwell Automation
Tell readers what it is that you do? I am the country manager for Singapore, Malaysia and Brunei at Rockwell Automation. My team and I primarily work with manufacturers in industries such as life sciences, semiconductors, and oil and gas, helping them to be more productive and more sustainable. My responsibilities also include enhancing the team’s capabilities to accelerate our growth in the region, capitalizing on the increasing demand for smart manufacturing solutions. Where are opportunities for growth for the company? I am based in Singapore, where the country’s strategic location and advanced infrastructure make it a hub for automation and Industry 4.0 technologies. Leading in robotics, predictive analytics, and now artificial intelligence (AI), the nation is spearheading technological advancements. The adoption of advanced manufacturing technologies, such as automation, IoT, and the latest industrial revolution, are reshaping the manufacturing landscape in Singapore and improving efficiency. According to our State of Smart Manufacturing Report, close to half (44%) of APAC manufacturers plan to adopt smart manufacturing within the next year; out of this, China (80%), Australia (60%) and India (59%) are already using some components of smart manufacturing. We are also seeing interest right across the region from companies looking to improve the sustainability of their manufacturing operations or exploring their suitability for World Economic Forum ‘Lighthouse’ status. How is Rockwell Automation integrating AI into its product range? At Rockwell Automation, our solutions such as AI-powered systems can optimize manufacturing processes by adjusting parameters in real-time to maximize efficiency and product quality. One of our solutions in the Life Sciences industry, FactoryTalk PharmaSuite®, tailors its optimization strategies according to different stages of a process and ensures users achieve results efficiently. With its flexible design and smart upgrade mechanism, it offers a strong framework for expanding capabilities in both continuous and separate […]