The automation industry is undergoing a fundamental shift. As software, data, and cloud technologies become increasingly important, traditional hardware-centric approaches are being challenged. 

But what does "software-defined automation" actually mean in practice? 

In this episode, Ileana Honigblum and Jessica Bethune explore the opportunities and realities behind open and scalable automation architectures. From platform strategies and interoperability to legacy systems and operational constraints, they discuss what industrial companies need to consider when modernizing their automation landscape.