Industrial Automation

From mechanical looms to the combustion engine to the first computers, new technologies have always provoked panic about workers being replaced by machines. For centuries, such fears have been misplaced, and many economists maintain that they remain so today. But as Daniel Susskind demonstrates, this time really is different. Breakthroughs in artificial intelligence mean that all kinds of jobs are increasingly at risk.

In a world of self-driving cars and big data, smart algorithms and Siri, we know that artificial intelligence is getting smarter every day. Though all these nifty devices and programs might make our lives easier, they're also well on their way to making "good" jobs obsolete. A computer winning Jeopardy might seem like a trivial, if impressive, feat, but the same technology is making paralegals redundant as it undertakes electronic discovery, and is soon to do the same for radiologists.

From the Industrial Revolution to the age of artificial intelligence, The Technology Trap takes a sweeping look at the history of technological progress and how it has radically shifted the distribution of economic and political power among society’s members.

This is the first reference book on intelligent automation (IA). Also called hyperautomation, it is one of the most recent trends in the field of artificial intelligence. IA is a cutting-edge combination of methods and technologies involving people, organizations, machine learning, low-code platforms, robotic process automation (RPA), and more. This book is for everyone - whether you are an experienced practitioner, new to the topic, or simply interested in what the future holds for enterprises, work, life, and society as a whole.

Justin Smith is a commercial real estate broker who has helped his clients close more than 500 real estate transactions worth roughly half a billion dollars in consideration. In Industrial Intelligence, he shares the benefit of his experience to help you make your own expansion a success from beginning to end.

In Age of Invisible Machines, Robb Wilson delivers an eye-opening and startlingly insightful blueprint for leveraging conversational AI in order to make your organization self-driving—with a growing ecosystem of interconnected automations accelerating all aspects of your business.

Conquer the Industrial Engineering Field: Your Guide to a Career as an Industrial Engineering Technologist and Technician Helping Engineers Solve Problems Affecting Manufacturing Layout or Production is an essential resource for those aspiring to work in industrial engineering technology. This guide delves into the versatile role of technologists and technicians who collaborate with engineers to optimize workflows, enhance production efficiency, and ensure product quality. The book provides a comprehensive overview of industrial engineering concepts, from conducting time and motion studies ...

One in three American workers is now a freelancer. This “gig economy” - one that provides neither the guarantee of steady hours nor benefits - emerged out of the digital era and has revolutionized the way we do business. High-profile tech start-ups such as Uber and Airbnb are constantly making headlines for the disruption they cause to the industries they overturn. But what are the effects of this disruption, from Wall Street down to Main Street? What challenges do employees and job seekers face at every level of professional experience?

*Maximizing Molecules Unleashing the Potential of Petrochemical Processes* Are you ready to dive into the world of petrochemical advancements and discover the art of driving unprecedented efficiency across every facet of plant operations? *Maximizing Molecules* will be your guide through the complex labyrinth of optimizing petrochemical industry processes while preserving the environment for future generations. This captivating eBook dissects the intricacies of the petrochemical industry, offering a comprehensive exploration of process optimization techniques – from foundational concepts ...

What is going to happen when artificial intelligent self drivers get behind the wheel on and off the road? Get in and find out via the stories of self-driving cars named iVan and iVanna.

The Internet changed everything. Alec Ross, in his book The Industries of the Future, discusses how technology has completely changed several industries both for the better and for the worse. In this volume of Summary Shorts, we will analyze, discuss, and summarize the core concepts of The Industries of the Future by Alec Ross.