Rockwell & Augury Boost Industrial AI Performance

Rockwell Automation and Augury have formed a strategic partnership to enhance industrial performance using Agentic AI. The collaboration aims to help manufacturers convert insights into action, improving reliability and maintenance. Here's the thing: manufacturers often struggle to effectively use the vast amounts of industrial data they collect. Only 43% of collected data is used effectively, according to a recent report. This partnership addresses that by connecting insights with execution. The joint solution combines Augury’s Industrial AI Workforce with Rockwell Automation’s AI-infused portfolio, including their Fiix computerized maintenance management system and FactoryTalk Optix. This helps manufacturers move from early issue detection to maintenance planning and continuous improvement. What's interesting is the integration of Augury’s Reliability Agent with Rockwell’s Fiix MAX. These AI-powered agents bridge the gap between identifying machine health risks and executing maintenance actions. The Reliability Agent detects issues and recommends actions, while Fiix MAX translates those recommendations into maintenance workflows and work orders. The bottom line: This partnership creates a faster path to action for manufacturers, reducing the time between identifying a problem and resolving it, which can significantly boost plant performance.