F002: From Reactive to Proactive: Leveraging Industrial Automation for Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity / FABTECH

Overview

Downtime in manufacturing can be costly. This session will explore how manufacturers can leverage industrial automation and digital technologies to enhance disaster recovery and business continuity planning. Attendees will learn strategies for building resilient automation systems, the role of cloud computing and edge computing in disaster recovery, best practices for data backup and recovery in industrial settings and how to minimize downtime and ensure business continuity in the face of disruptions.

Automation/Robotics Track Sponsored By:

About the Speaker

Gerald Abbey

Copia Automation

Biography

Gerry Abbey is a product marketing leader with a passion for empowering manufacturers through technology. As Director of Product Marketing at Copia Automation, he helps businesses navigate the complexities of Industry 4.0 and unlock the potential of their workforce. Gerry's 15 years of experience in the software industry, including leadership roles at Copia, Rockwell Automation, and Plex Systems, have given him a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing modern manufacturers. He is a recognized expert in smart manufacturing and Industrial DevOps, having produced impactful research reports like the State of Smart Manufacturing Report and the State of Industrial DevOps Report. Gerry's engaging presentations and industry insights have made him a sought-after speaker at events during his tenure at Rockwell Automation, Plex Systems, and Copia Automation. He also actively contributes to the manufacturing community as an advisor to SME / FABTECH.

Pricing & Registration

Sessions	Member Price	Non-Member Price
Individual Sessions	$195	$220
Workshops	$195	$220
Best Value Full Conference (5-10 Sessions)	$195	$220

Sessions	Member Price	Non-Member Price
1 Session	$112.50	$125
2 Sessions	$202.50	$225
3 Sessions	$270	$300
4-8 Sessions	$405	$450

Sessions	Member Price	Non-Member Price
Half-Day Workshops (W4, W11)	FREE	FREE
One-Hour Sessions (W12, W13, W14, W18)	FREE	FREE
Two-Hour Sessions (W16, W17)	$50	$75
Weld-Ed Conference (W5)	$50	$75
Half-Day Sessions (W2, W3, W7, W10)	$345	$430
Full-Day Sessions (W6, W8, W9)	$565	$665
Two-Day Session (W1)	$795	$895
Professional Program (W15)	$395	$495