Rockwell Automation (NYSE:ROK) is a leading provider of industrial automation and digital transformation solutions. The company designs, manufactures, and sells a wide range of automation hardware, software and services that enable manufacturers to improve operational efficiency, reduce costs and enhance product quality. Its core offerings include programmable logic controllers (PLCs), human-machine interfaces (HMIs), motor control devices and industrial safety systems, complemented by advanced analytics, control software and industrial IoT platforms.
Founded in 1903 as the Compression Rheostat Company, the business evolved through strategic acquisitions and mergers, including the 1985 acquisition of Allen-Bradley, from which its flagship automation line derives its name. In 2001, the company spun off from Rockwell International to form an independent public company focused exclusively on industrial automation. Over the years, Rockwell Automation has continued to expand its software portfolio through in-house development and targeted purchases, offering FactoryTalk® and Studio 5000® software suites for real-time data management and control system design.
Rockwell Automation serves a diverse customer base spanning automotive, oil and gas, pharmaceuticals, consumer packaged goods, and utilities. With operations in more than 80 countries, the company maintains regional headquarters in the Americas, Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA), and Asia-Pacific. Its global footprint includes an extensive network of sales offices, engineering and manufacturing facilities, and certified system integrator partnerships to support localized project delivery and ongoing maintenance services.
Under the leadership of President and Chief Executive Officer Blake D. Moret, Rockwell Automation continues to drive innovation in smart manufacturing and sustainability. The executive team emphasizes digital transformation strategies, leveraging cloud computing, edge analytics and artificial intelligence to help customers achieve Connected Enterprise ambitions. The company’s governance structure and commitment to corporate responsibility underscore its focus on long-term value creation for shareholders, employees and the communities it serves.
