The field of industrial automation is shifting towards autonomous systems, integrating physical processes with communication, computing, and control technologies. This paradigm shift is driven by the need for more efficient, scalable, and secure systems. Recent developments focus on cloud-native and fog computing architectures, intent-based orchestration, and modular design principles. Noteworthy papers include:

• CAMINO, which introduces a cloud-native autonomous management and intent-based orchestrator for scalable service management.
• Cloud-Fog Automation, which proposes a new digitalized industrial automation reference architecture for fully autonomous Industrial Cyber-Physical Systems.