--- title: "The Ingenuity Effect by BBA | Digital technology helps industrial companies rebuild trust" date: 2023-01-25T12:46:00-05:00 author: jessica napert canonical_url: "https://www.bbaconsultants.com/en-ca/publications/digital-technology-helps-industrial-companies-rebuild-trust" section: Publications --- 1. The growing importance of ESG criteria in corporate strategies and easier access to information are pushing industry to focus on sustainable and transparent solutions, and that’s good! Digital technologies are supporting this transition by being incorporated into a holistic vision that reduces risk, optimizes performance and leverages resources. For example: - Integrated management centres allow groups of individuals from diverse sectors to work with all corporate and operational data. These centres minimize silos and promote integrated decisions toward a common goal that includes financial and environmental targets. - Automation, advanced control and alarm management support proactive management of operations, reducing the risk of human error and inconsistencies. - Artificial intelligence and advanced data analysis enable real-time processing and valuation of large volumes of data, increasing efficiency and transparency. By linking data from various sources (environmental, socio-economic, operational), these tools make it easier to integrate renewable energy and implement resilient infrastructure to decarbonize operations. - Simulation, virtual reality and augmented reality improve worker health and safety by reducing the need to access hazardous environments. Moreover, these technologies can be used to test in controlled dynamic virtual environments, thereby reducing operational risks. - An industrial cybersecurity program minimizes vulnerabilities and enables companies to be more resilient and keep communities safe. For [Jean-Francois Beaulieu](https://www.linkedin.com/in/ACoAAAQ23CoBqiBWO6XCieskH6HapFs-QawyAOw), Director - Automation and Operational Technology at BBA, digital transformation offers a host of opportunities, but a complete analysis of your situation is essential before making this shift. “With an integrated digital plan that provides a clear roadmap based on their strategic and operational priorities, managers can ensure that they choose the technologies that will allow them to achieve their objectives effectively.” 2. This content is for general information purposes only. All rights reserved ©BBA 1. ![3318 Jean Francois Beaulieu](https://www.assets.bbaconsultants.com/bba-production-assets/production/images/avatars/_size_avatar/191591/3318_Jean_Francois_Beaulieu.webp) Jean-François Beaulieu Director, Digital Consultant [ ](https://www.linkedin.com/in/beaulieujeanfrancois/) - [ 15 Jun 2023 Power and Renewables Operational data: the driving force behind transparency - ![Ec employee men souheil sabbagh retouch web SQ LR BBA](https://www.assets.bbaconsultants.com/bba-production-assets/production/images/avatars/_size_avatar/204274/ec_employee_men_souheil-sabbagh_retouch_web_SQ_LR_BBA.webp) Souheil Sabbagh, P.Eng., MBA Vice-President, Digital Expertise ](https://www.bbaconsultants.com/en-ca/publications/operational-data-the-driving-force-behind-transparency "Operational data: the driving force behind transparency") - [ 18 May 2023 Power and Renewables Knowledge as a catalyst: digital power systems take hold in industry - ![1655 Marc Andre Perron](https://www.assets.bbaconsultants.com/bba-production-assets/production/images/avatars/_size_avatar/191612/1655_Marc_Andre_Perron.webp) Marc-André Perron, P.Eng. Director, Management - Digital Power Systems ](https://www.bbaconsultants.com/en-ca/publications/knowledge-as-a-catalyst-digital-power-systems-take-hold-in-industry "Knowledge as a catalyst: digital power systems take hold in industry") - [ 10 Apr 2023 Power and Renewables The transition to renewable energy is more accessible than ever, and it’s not just about environmental benefits - ![Francois Vitez](https://www.assets.bbaconsultants.com/bba-production-assets/production/images/avatars/_size_avatar/184601/Francois_Vitez.webp) François Vitez, P.Eng. Vice-President, Power and Renewables Market ](https://www.bbaconsultants.com/en-ca/publications/the-transition-to-renewable-energy-is-more-accessible-than-ever-and-its-not-just-about-environmental-benefits "The transition to renewable energy is more accessible than ever, and it’s not just about environmental benefits") - [ 11 Jan 2023 Power and Renewables Circular economy: Industry is revving things up. Here's how. - ![Jerome Pelletier](https://www.assets.bbaconsultants.com/bba-production-assets/production/images/avatars/_size_avatar/200714/Jerome-Pelletier_2025-03-27-191341_ikit.webp) Jérôme Pelletier, P.Eng., M.B.A. President and Chief Executive Officer ](https://www.bbaconsultants.com/en-ca/publications/circular-economy-industry-is-reviving-things-up-heres-how "Circular economy: Industry is revving things up. Here's how.") [ See all ](https://www.bbaconsultants.com/en-ca/insights) Let’s think it further together [ Contact us ](https://www.bbaconsultants.com/en-ca/contact) 1. The growing importance of ESG criteria in corporate strategies and easier access to information are pushing industry to focus on sustainable and transparent solutions, and that’s good! Digital technologies are supporting this transition by being incorporated into a holistic vision that reduces risk, optimizes performance and leverages resources. For example: - Integrated management centres allow groups of individuals from diverse sectors to work with all corporate and operational data. These centres minimize silos and promote integrated decisions toward a common goal that includes financial and environmental targets. - Automation, advanced control and alarm management support proactive management of operations, reducing the risk of human error and inconsistencies. - Artificial intelligence and advanced data analysis enable real-time processing and valuation of large volumes of data, increasing efficiency and transparency. By linking data from various sources (environmental, socio-economic, operational), these tools make it easier to integrate renewable energy and implement resilient infrastructure to decarbonize operations. - Simulation, virtual reality and augmented reality improve worker health and safety by reducing the need to access hazardous environments. Moreover, these technologies can be used to test in controlled dynamic virtual environments, thereby reducing operational risks. - An industrial cybersecurity program minimizes vulnerabilities and enables companies to be more resilient and keep communities safe. For [Jean-Francois Beaulieu](https://www.linkedin.com/in/ACoAAAQ23CoBqiBWO6XCieskH6HapFs-QawyAOw), Director - Automation and Operational Technology at BBA, digital transformation offers a host of opportunities, but a complete analysis of your situation is essential before making this shift. “With an integrated digital plan that provides a clear roadmap based on their strategic and operational priorities, managers can ensure that they choose the technologies that will allow them to achieve their objectives effectively.” 2. This content is for general information purposes only. All rights reserved ©BBA