Sarah Jenkins is an Industrial Automation Architect with 15 years of hands-on experience in SCADA systems and robotics integration. She holds a PhD in Cyber-Physical Systems and has led digital transformation projects for top-tier UK manufacturers. She currently consults on retrofitting legacy machinery with smart sensors and securing OT networks against cyber threats.
Sarah graduated from the University of Manchester with a focus on Mechatronics before spending a decade implementing Siemens and Rockwell automation solutions on factory floors. She transitioned into the role of a Digital Strategist, recognising the urgent need for UK manufacturers to modernise without replacing expensive legacy capital equipment. Her technical repertoire includes deep expertise in PLCs, Edge computing architectures, and the deployment of vibration sensors for predictive maintenance. Sarah is a vocal advocate for cybersecurity in Operational Technology (OT), frequently lecturing on the risks of connecting vintage industrial control systems to the internet. She has successfully led projects integrating cobots into SME production lines, demonstrating that automation is accessible even with limited budgets. Her writing breaks down complex concepts like 'Digital Twins' and 'AI Scheduling' into actionable steps for production managers. She is passionate about upskilling the workforce to handle AR/VR tools and HMI interfaces effectively. Sarah's mission is to help British industry leverage data to compete on a global stage.