As we continue to reimagine Emerson and how we can better serve our customers, employees and the world, building on our innovation engine is critical to the next phase of our transformation to become the global automation leader with the most comprehensive technology portfolio.”

Peter Zornio is both an expert in the field and a trusted and respected manager. With his extensive automation experience, deep understanding of Emerson’s future and innovative approach to product development, planning and portfolio management, Zornio will play a key role in accelerating the continued momentum of our business.”

Zornio, Emerson’s chief technology officer, said:

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Emerson is a company driven by innovation – innovation is deeply rooted in the company’s long history and is applied every day to Emerson’s continued growth and transformation.

As we continue to envision the future of industrial automation and digital transformation, we will forge a new path and fundamentally revolutionize existing industrial operations by building on our market-leading technology and software portfolio. I look forward to working with the CEO, the board and the entire company to advance this process.”

Zornio served on Emerson Automation Solutions’ Business Executive Management team and led the development of Emerson’s comprehensive automation systems and software portfolio, including the company’s Plantweb digital ecosystem, Industrial Internet of Things solutions and strategy, and Automation Solutions marketing team.

Zornio will continue to serve on the board of Emerson Ventures, the company’s corporate venture capital arm. He is an active member of Emerson’s Somos employee community, which supports and engages the company’s Hispanic and Latino employees.