We are at the beginning of an era of profound transformation and human progress — a new industrial revolution. This “Automation of Everything” era will be brought about by digital interfaces, data analysis and control of the physical world through “smart” networks. These networks will support the digitalization and connection of everything and everyone with the goal of automating much of life.

This major industrial revolution promises to unlock trillions of dollars of economic value in the next decade by driving massive improvements in productivity in physical and digital industries alike, enhancing quality of life in safer, healthier and more sustainable communities.