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Industrial Automation Insights & Update

Stay ahead with insights, news, and updates from the world of industrial automation and the Automa.Net community. From industrial automation trends to member stories and platform news - our blog keeps you connected to what matters in the automation industry.

Using Price Intelligence Tools for Industrial Parts
Knowledge Hub●●11 min read

Using Price Intelligence Tools for Industrial Parts

Using price intelligence tools for industrial parts: Learn how to apply price intelligence tools to industrial automation parts sourcing.

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Negotiation Strategies for Industrial Procurement Managers
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Negotiation Strategies for Industrial Procurement Managers

Negotiation strategies for industrial procurement managers.

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Improving Profit Margins in Industrial E-Commerce
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Improving Profit Margins in Industrial E-Commerce

Improving profit margins in industrial e-commerce starts with product-level cost control, pricing discipline and smarter BOM repricing.

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Industrial Parts Price Transparency: Best Practices
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Industrial Parts Price Transparency: Best Practices

Best practices for industrial parts price transparency: normalize quotes, break down cost drivers, and compare OEM, refurbished and surplus parts.

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How to Choose Industrial Automation Sensors
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How to Choose Industrial Automation Sensors

Choose the right industrial automation sensors for your machinery.

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Integrating ERP Systems With B2B Marketplace Pricing
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Integrating ERP Systems With B2B Marketplace Pricing

Learn how ERP integration with B2B marketplace pricing keeps quotes accurate and sourcing fast. Discover practical steps for your MRO team.

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Benefits of Dynamic Pricing for Industrial Distributors
Industry Insights●●9 min read

Benefits of Dynamic Pricing for Industrial Distributors

Discover the benefits of dynamic pricing for industrial distributors. Learn how automated repricing tools and real-time data protect margins.

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How to Mitigate Risks in Global Supply Chains
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How to Mitigate Risks in Global Supply Chains

How to mitigate risks in global supply chains: Diversify sourcing, use visibility tools, and plan for resilience.

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Optimizing Inventory Levels With Global Supply Chains
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Optimizing Inventory Levels With Global Supply Chains

Inventory optimization for global supply chains: cut carrying costs and source obsolete automation.

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Geopolitical Instability and Global Sourcing in 2026
Industry Insights●●9 min read

Geopolitical Instability and Global Sourcing in 2026

How geopolitical instability is reshaping global sourcing in 2026. Explore tariffs, trade credit, and resilience strategies for industrial parts.

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How to Conduct a Global Supplier Quality Audit
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How to Conduct a Global Supplier Quality Audit

Learn how to conduct a global supplier quality audit step by step, from risk-based planning to CAPA follow-up, with a practical checklist.

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Where to Find Siemens Automation Parts Distributors and Suppliers (2026)
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Where to Find Siemens Automation Parts Distributors and Suppliers (2026)

Siemens automation parts: 5,425 suppliers and integrators in 97 countries, spares for obsolete S7-300, and distributors in Turkey, India, China, Peru.

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Best Practices for Global Logistics and Freight Management
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Best Practices for Global Logistics and Freight Management

Best practices for global logistics and freight management that cut downtime on obsolete automation parts. Learn how to source spares faster.

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Strategies for Managing International Supplier Relationships
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Strategies for Managing International Supplier Relationships

Practical strategies for managing international supplier relationships, from segmentation to lead time control for legacy automation parts.

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Evaluating Supplier Sustainability and ESG Compliance
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Evaluating Supplier Sustainability and ESG Compliance

Evaluating supplier sustainability and ESG compliance in industrial parts sourcing: LkSG duties, checklists, and steps for procurement teams.

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