We're conducting Part III of a study that looks at how industrial machine builders research, specify and purchase automation and controls for their machines. That process has been changing, and we want to characterize those changes by what you have to say, not by relying on the opinions of analysts and automation suppliers.

If you are a machine builder and would like to participate, check your e-mails for a link invitation to take the survey. If you haven't received an invitation ask us for one. E-mail Joe Feeley at jfeeley@putman.net.

The 2008 Machine Builder Research and Buying Study Survey is now closed.