• machine learning in automation
• big data analytics in automation
• cloud computing in automation
• edge computing in automation
• virtualization in automation
• software defined automation
• cyber physical system
• scada software
• plc programming software
• control system configuration software
• engineering design software
• simulation software
• testing software
• diagnostic software
• calibration software
• optimization software
• data management software
• reporting software
• documentation software
• compliance management software
• quality management software
• supply chain management in automation
• project management in automation
• cost control in automation
• time management in automation
• resource allocation in automation
• productivity improvement
• efficiency enhancement
• energy savings
• safety improvement