Rockwell Automation, Inc. (NYSE:ROK) shares popped Wednesday. Rockwell, the world’s largest company dedicated to industrial automation and digital transformation, today announced it has reaffirmed its founding partnership with the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee’s Connected Systems Institute with a $1-million commitment over the next five years, along with continued strategic contributions.
Rockwell, a founding member of the CSI, has invested $5 million since 2017, including hardware, software and engineering expertise. This renewed collaboration reflects a shared vision: empowering the future manufacturing workforce and driving innovation through education and industry partnerships.
The commitment comes as Rockwell plans a new one-million-square-foot manufacturing site in Southeast Wisconsin, part of a $2-billion investment in plants, digital infrastructure, and talent. With onshoring and technology advancements accelerating, the need for skilled talent has never been greater.
“As a global leader in industrial automation and digital transformation, Rockwell is committed to shaping the future of manufacturing,” said Senior Vice President Tessa Myers. “By combining cutting-edge technology with hands-on learning, CSI is developing the talent, expertise, and solutions to lead the workforce of tomorrow.”
The future of industrial operations depends on systems that adapt and learn, powered by AI, robotics, and software-defined automation. These technologies succeed only when paired with skilled people ready to lead the transformation. Scaling digital transformation starts with people.
ROK shares heightened $7.43, or 1.8%, to $411.38.
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