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Automation Listers : Industrial automation markets are declining and have been for a few years. As a result, all the majors are all scrambling, looking for new markets, mergers and consolidation as a means to survive. My recent articles on this subject have stirred up a lot of discussion. I have had several related e-mails about the points I raised. I'd like to particularly thank Doug Jensen, <[email protected]> Chief Scientist, Information Technologies Directorate, The MITRE Corp., whose recent e-discussions stimulated a Q&A format and renewed thinking in my latest article : "Why is Industrial Automation Declining?" Why are industrial markets not growing? Why are margins shrinking? Is the decline temporary? Is the malaise worldwide? I hope this article helps to answer these questions. You can review this article on the web at : http://www.jimpinto.com/writings/iadecline.html I'll appreciate comments and suggestions. Cheers: jim ----------/ Jim Pinto email : [email protected] web: www.JimPinto.com San Diego, CA., USA ----------/