The Future of Robotics: Smarter, Safer, and More Strategic

As robotics transforms industrial operations, manufacturers must look beyond efficiency - and view automation as a strategic enabler. In a recent interview, ABB Robotics President Marc Segura outlined trends shaping the next wave of innovation:

• AI-powered, adaptive systems
• Human-robot collaboration for safety and productivity
• Modular automation for high-mix, low-volume production
• Sustainability and energy efficiency by design

These trends are redefining compliance, safety, and performance today - not just in the future.

What It Means for Manufacturers

To stay competitive, manufacturers need to:

• Reevaluate robotic safety strategies
• Align with evolving standards (ISO 10218, ISO/TS 15066, IEC 62061)
• Address functional safety, cybersecurity, and interoperability early
• Prepare for global regulatory convergence

How Intertek Supports You

Intertek helps robotics and automation clients with:

• Functional safety assessments and certification
• Collaborative robot safety evaluations
• Cybersecurity and digital assurance
• Global compliance and market access
• Training and technical guidance to future-proof automation

As robotics grows smarter and more connected, safety and compliance must evolve in step.

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