(Rockwell Automation: Milwaukee) -- Rockwell Automation Inc., a company dedicated to industrial automation and digital transformation, has announced expanded integration capabilities for its Connected Worker solution from Plex, by Rockwell Automation. These advancements allow the Connected Worker solution to connect seamlessly across Rockwell applications and third-party systems, giving manufacturers a more unified way to address today’s workforce challenges.

Manufacturers continue to face critical workforce shortages. A recent survey shows that attracting employees with the desired skill sets is among the top five internal and external obstacles to growth. Respondents also cited a lack of skilled labor as the leading reason they expect to struggle to outpace competitors. In the last year since its launch, the Connected Worker solution has already helped manufacturers tackle these challenges by equipping frontline employees with guided instructions, real-time context, and digital collaboration tools.

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