Digital transformation and optimization of IT and operations technology (OT) is critical for the future of manufacturing. In an industry weighed down with increasing complexities of global competition, supply chain disruptions, security threats and workforce shortages, manufacturers are searching for trusted partners to help them become and stay successful. Industrial firms need a strong partner ecosystem comprised of tested solutions and expertise that can help them tackle challenges.

The Rockwell Automation PartnerNetwork™ addresses these challenges. Simply put, we collaborate with companies that complement our solutions and services. We provide our customers with this market-leading partner ecosystem to help them achieve seamless and sustainable digital transformation with support and services in the following ways:

• A holistic, end-to-end approach: The Rockwel Automation PartnerNetwork provides access to the best people, products and services to offer tailored, holistic and innovative solutions for our customers. Our extensive ecosystem of highly skilled and best-in-class partner companies allows us to deliver market-leading technology and exceptional results along the entire business life cycle and at any stage of our customer’s digital transformation journey.
• Unmatched focus on customer needs: We take pride in our deep investment into our PartnerNetwork, our selection of high-quality partners, and our unmatched attentiveness to our customers. We do the heavy lifting with pre-integrated, tested and streamlined solutions so the ease of doing business with us allows our customers to advance toward their goals faster; build secure, sustainable success; and face fewer risks.
• Strongest and largest partner ecosystem in our industry: For almost 100 years, we’ve cultivated a dominant position in North American industrial technology. But we aren’t stopping there. We continue to expand into new regions and verticals to help customers when and where they need it. Our goal is to provide continually increased value to our clients, who benefit from an ever-growing ecosystem of smart manufacturing resources.

Who Comprises the PartnerNetwork?

We know that no single company can be all things to all companies. That’s why we collaborate with leading organizations with experience delivering products or services designed to work with Rockwell Automation solutions. They have broad domain knowledge and best-in-class solutions, and provide superior value and business outcomes.

We differentiate ourselves by combining access between our customers and the top end-to-end industrial technology alongside expert support and services, to build trusted partner and customer relationships, and provide for a broad international presence. Several types of partners make up the Rockwell Automation PartnerNetwork.

Authorized Distributors. We have more than 200 Authorized Distributors that collaborate with us to provide our customers with exceptional industry knowledge and application expertise. Our distributors provide simplified access to products and services in addition to being experts that offer local support and services. Customers can expect comprehensive management of electrical supply inventory, extensive training for employees, and quantifiable cost savings.

Original Equipment Manufacturer. Finding the right original equipment manufacturer (OEM) is critical to your success. OEMs pair their electrical and mechanical expertise with deep application knowledge to provide state-of-the-art manufacturing equipment. Serving all major industries and key OEM segments, from automated material handling to heavy industrial equipment, Rockwell Automation OEM Partners offer solutions ranging from single machines to multipart lines and full facilities to implement a sustainable digital future.

More than 3,600 global OEM Partners work with Rockwell Automation to improve machine performance and help you gain the benefits. With extensive knowledge of Rockwell Automation technology, they can collaborate with you to design equipment for your needs.

System Integrators. Our community of more than 3,700 System Integrator Partners offer experience in the design, implementation, project management and maintenance of complete automation solutions. From initial design and consultation through system development, commissioning and support, they provide innovative solutions for control, power and information applications to keep your processes online and in production.