THE MOB MUSEUM TO UNVEIL BUGSY SIEGEL'S NEVER-BEFORE-SEEN PERSONAL EFFECTS FROM CRIME SCENE IN NEW EXHIBIT EXAMINING HIS UNSOLVED MURDER

Exhibit Exploring One of America's Most Tantalizing Cold Cases to Open Nearly 80 Years Following Mobster's Demise

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LAS VEGAS, Oct. 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Mob Museum, the National Museum of Organized Crime and Law Enforcement, announces "What Bugsy Left Behind," a new exhibit examining the still-unsolved murder of one of the most notorious crime figures in American history: mobster Benjamin "Bugsy" Siegel. Opening Friday, Nov. 13, a never-before-seen collection of Siegel's personal effects, held by the Beverly Hills Police Department as evidence for nearly 80 years, will offer an intimate glimpse into Siegel's final day.

The exhibit will explore the competing theories surrounding his murder while tracing his influence on organized crime in Southern California and the development of midcentury Las Vegas. Its debut coincides with two major milestones in that history: the Flamingo Hotel's 80th anniversary on Dec. 26, 2026, and the approaching 80th anniversary of Siegel's murder.

On June 20, 1947, Siegel was shot and killed at the Beverly Hills home of his girlfriend, Virginia Hill, while she was traveling in Europe. The 41-year-old mobster had traveled from Las Vegas to Southern California to reunite with his two daughters for a planned vacation, but he was killed before they could see him. As one of the Beverly Hills Police Department's oldest cold cases, his murder remains unsolved nearly eight decades later, with historians continuing to debate who was responsible and why.

Among the leading theories explored in the new exhibit is that Charles "Lucky" Luciano and other powerful Mob figures ordered Siegel's killing over his handling of the Flamingo Hotel, where lavish spending, disappointing early returns and suspicions of skimming had reportedly angered his underworld investors. Another theory suggests Siegel was targeted by a rival seeking control of the lucrative race wire, which supplied horse-racing results to bookmaking operations across California, Arizona and Nevada. A third theory points to one of Hill's brothers, who may have sought revenge for Siegel's abusive treatment of his sister.

Siegel was shot while reading an early edition of the Los Angeles Times. Personal effects found on his person and featured in the exhibit include:

- Meyer Lansky's business card: A business card identifying Siegel's longtime friend and criminal associate as a Wurlitzer phonograph distributor in New York, reflecting Lansky's involvement in legitimate, cash-based businesses that offered opportunities to conceal illicit activities.

- Photograph of Virginia Hill: A wallet-sized photograph of Siegel's on-again, off-again girlfriend bearing the handwritten message, "Sweetheart Benny I love you Pup," on the back.

- Nevada certificate of vehicle ownership: Issued less than two months before Siegel's death, the document identifies him as the owner of a 1946 Chrysler Windsor convertible coupe and lists the Flamingo Hotel as his address.

- Social Security card: Siegel's Social Security card lists the Flamingo Hotel as his address and identifies him by his preferred name, "Ben Siegel."

- Jack's at the Beach advertisement: A promotional item from the Santa Monica restaurant Siegel visited with several companions, including Hill's brother Charles "Chick" Hill, just hours before his murder.

- Photographs of Siegel's daughters: Personal photographs of Barbara and Millicent Siegel, including childhood portraits with affectionate handwritten messages and a photograph of the sisters as teenagers shortly before their father's death.

- 1947 American Red Cross membership card: A certificate documenting Siegel's $500 donation to the American National Red Cross in Las Vegas.

- Automobile Club of Southern California membership card: Siegel's automobile association membership card, which lists the Flamingo Hotel as his address.

- Handwritten address note: A note containing information about the house where Siegel was killed. Hill rented the home at 810 North Linden Drive from her friend and former Hollywood agent Juan Romero.

- Personal calling cards: Printed cards bearing the names "Ben Siegel" and "Mr. Benjamin Siegel," reflecting the social customs of the era.

- The Dixie Shops business card: A business card bearing Siegel's name, for the national chain of women's apparel stores. It's unknown why Siegel would have had a business card for this store, but mobsters often used legal businesses to appear legitimate.

- Yellow Cab Company receipt: A faded receipt for a 50-cent taxi fare in Los Angeles from January 1947, when Siegel frequently traveled between Southern California and Las Vegas.

"For decades, these belongings were preserved as evidence in an unsolved murder investigation," said Geoff Schumacher, Vice President of Research, Collections and Programs, The Mob Museum. "Now, they'll serve an entirely different purpose by helping us educate the public about one of organized crime's most notorious figures. It's a rare opportunity to connect a compelling criminal case with the broader history of how organized crime operated and shaped American society."

The collection's public debut follows a decades-long effort to recover Siegel's personal belongings from police custody. Following his death at age 41, the Beverly Hills Police Department retained the items as evidence in its investigation. In 2025, Siegel's granddaughter Wendy Rosen filed a lawsuit seeking their return to the family. Following the judge-ordered release, The Mob Museum acquired the collection from Rosen.

Born in Brooklyn, New York, in 1906, Siegel rose through the ranks of organized crime during Prohibition, joining forces with Lansky in bootlegging and other illegal enterprises. In the mid-1930s, he moved to Los Angeles, where he helped expand criminal rackets throughout Southern California's rapidly growing communities while cultivating relationships with Hollywood figures, including actor George Raft. His growing influence eventually extended into Las Vegas, where he seized control of the race wire, purchased El Cortez Hotel & Casino and then became involved in the development of the Flamingo Hotel.

For more information on The Mob Museum or to purchase tickets, visit themobmuseum.org.

ABOUT THE MOB MUSEUM

The Mob Museum, the National Museum of Organized Crime and Law Enforcement, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, provides a world-class journey through true storiesâfrom the birth of the Mob to today's headlines. Housed in the actual 1933 federal courthouse where mob hearings shook the nation, The Mob Museum is one of the highest-rated attractions and best things to do in Las Vegas, and unlike anything else in the city. With four immersive floors, The Mob Museum offers a provocative, contemporary look at these topics through hundreds of artifacts and immersive storylines. Guests can test their instincts in a live simulation and make the split-second decisions law enforcement face every day or step inside the Crime Lab and learn how forensic scientists, fingerprint analysts and DNA profilers build a case from evidence. Seeing more than 400,000 visitors annually, and more than 5 million since opening, The Mob Museum has accumulated numerous accolades, including being named one of Tripadvisor's "Top 25 U.S. Museums;" one of U.S. News & World Report's "Best Museums in the U.S.," "Top Five Best History Museums in the United States" and one of its "12 Can't Miss U.S. Museum Exhibits;" named "A Must for Travelers" by The New York Times and one of "20 Places Every American Should See" by FOX News. The Museum is a two-time winner of the Mayor's Urban Design Award for Historic Preservation and Adaptive Reuse and is accredited by the American Alliance of Museums. The Museum is open daily; visit themobmuseum.org for admission rates, operating hours and parking information. For more information, call (702) 229-2734 or visit themobmuseum.org.

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Recognition comes to life through focus on the everyday interactions that shape the resident experience

MIAMI, Oct. 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- At Residences by Armani/Casa Miami, exceptional service is not left to chance. It is defined by clear standards, measured consistently and continually refined. The luxury oceanfront property recently celebrated its VERIFIED⢠Luxury Residences designation from Forbes Travel Guide, bringing residents, board members and the building's management team together to recognize the achievement and the people who bring the experience to life each day.

The celebration included the dedication of the property's VERIFIED Luxury Residences plaque and recognition pins for property associates.

But the significance of the designation extends beyond the recognition itself. For the team at Residences by Armani/Casa Miami, the program has created a new lens for looking at everyday resident interactions, prompting team members to view ordinary interactions from a fresh perspective and consider not only whether a task was completed, but how the resident felt throughout the process. That shift has led to more thoughtful follow-up and stronger attention to details that can turn a routine request into a positive experience.

This journey at Residences by Armani/Casa Miami began with a shared commitment to continually raise the bar for resident service. FirstService Residential, which manages the property, brought the opportunity to the board, whose leadership embraced the chance to innovate through a new approach to service excellence.

FirstService Residential is the first property management brand to collaborate with Atelier CX, the consulting division of Forbes Travel Guide, on the development of a Service Excellence program that brings world-class hospitality standards into residential living. Today, the company manages seven Forbes VERIFIED Luxury Residences, more than any other residential property management company, and continues to expand its Service Excellence program across hundreds of high-rise communities.

Residences by Armani/Casa Miami earned the VERIFIED Luxury Residences designation after completing a comprehensive verification process that evaluated its service culture, operational practices and resident experience against the program's standards.

Residences by Armani/Casa Miami is an oceanfront condominium property in a market known for luxury residential living and global appeal.

The VERIFIED Luxury Residences designation recognizes luxury residential communities committed to exceptional resident experiences inspired by the service culture of the world's finest hospitality brands.

To learn more about FirstService Residential's collaboration with Forbes Travel Guide and Atelier CX, visit: https://www.fsresidential.com/corporate/news-and-articles/articles/forbes-verified-luxury-residences-designation/

About Forbes Travel Guide and Atelier CX

Forbes Travel Guide (FTG), the global authority on luxury hospitality, provides world-class professional services through its consulting division, Atelier CX, to service-oriented businesses including luxury residential communities, retail brands, private aviation, clubs and other experience-driven organizations. Through bespoke training solutions, custom service standards and expert evaluation services, Atelier CX helps organizations elevate service excellence and create meaningful customer experiences.

About FirstService Residential

FirstService Residential is simplifying property management. Its hospitality-minded teams serve residential communities across the United States and Canada. The organization partners with boards, owners, and developers to enhance the value of every property and the life of every resident.

Leveraging unique expertise and scale, FirstService serves its clients with proven solutions and a service-first philosophy. Residents can count on 24/7 customer care and tailored lifestyle programming, amenity activation, and technology for their community's specific needs. Market-leading programs with FirstService Financial, FirstService Energy, and special districts teams deliver additional levels of support.

Boards and developers select FirstService Residential to realize their vision and drive positive change for residents in the communities in their trusted care.

FirstService Residential is a subsidiary of FirstService Corporation (NASDAQ and TSX: FSV), a North American leader in providing essential property services to a wide range of residential and commercial clients.

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Federal Signal Expands Vacuum Truck Portfolio by Acquiring Global Vacuum Systems

DOWNERS GROVE, Ill., Oct. 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Federal Signal Corporation (NYSE: FSS) ("Federal Signal" or the "Company"), a leader in environmental and safety solutions, today announced the completion of the acquisition of substantially all the assets and operations of Global Vacuum Systems, Inc. ("GVS"), a family-owned manufacturer of custom liquid vacuum tank ("LVT") trucks, for a purchase price of approximately $29 million. The purchase price includes the acquisition of GVS's manufacturing facility for approximately $15 million.

Founded in 1985 and based in Navasota, Texas, GVS designs and manufactures custom code and non-code liquid vacuum tank ("LVT") trucks in carbon steel, stainless steel, and aluminum.

"GVS expands our presence in the code LVT truck market, a currently underserved sub-segment of the vacuum truck market for Federal Signal," said Jennifer L. Sherman, President and Chief Executive Officer of Federal Signal. "The acquisition expands our manufacturing capacity and complements our existing vacuum truck portfolio, further strengthening the capabilities and market reach of our Vactor, TRUVAC, Guzzler, and Westech brands."

GVS generated net sales of approximately $12 million for the year ended December 31, 2025.

About Federal Signal

Federal Signal Corporation (NYSE: FSS) builds and delivers equipment of unmatched quality that moves material, cleans infrastructure, and protects the communities where we work and live. Founded in 1901, Federal Signal is a leading global designer, manufacturer and supplier of products and total solutions that serve municipal, governmental, industrial and commercial customers. Headquartered in Downers Grove, Ill., with manufacturing facilities worldwide, the Company operates two groups: Environmental Solutions and Safety and Security Systems. For more information on Federal Signal, visit: www.federalsignal.com.

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Louisville, KY Remodeler ranks No. 6 in the 10â24 employee category with an employee survey score of 95.49%.

LOUISVILLE, Ky., Oct. 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- A&S Construction of Louisville, Inc. was named one of the 2026 Best Places to Work in Greater Louisville by Louisville Business First, ranking No. 6 in the 10â24 employee category. The program ranks employers based on anonymous employee surveys. A&S earned an overall score of 95.49%.

A&S's 16-person team is built around three core principles: Communication, Integrity and Quality of work. The company keeps an open-door policy at every level. Its team volunteers around the community and works together with Habitat for Humanity. Other traditions include golf outings, team celebrations at local entertainment venues, an annual Christmas dinner party and free Friday lunches, which employees name as their favorite perk. At the end of each year, employees also get extra days off in recognition of their contributions throughout the year.

"Company growth awards are great, but there is nothing more impactful than receiving an award for a well-built company culture. Our staff are amazing and they continually go above and beyond every day to ensure our customers have the very best construction experience," said Sean Schmitt, co-founder of A&S Construction. "Our employees are our most valuable asset, and we empower them to make decisions at every level of the organization."

Co-founders Sean Schmitt and Alexander Johns have been friends since grade school. They launched A&S in 2021 after the company they both worked for shut down during the collapse in international travel. A&S has grown quickly since then, and that growth has created real advancement opportunities for the team.

"In a close-knit, fast-growing company, there's always room for people to step up and take on more," said Alexander Johns, co-founder. "We celebrate wins together, in team meetings, at customer appreciation events and on company outings. Seeing our team rate us this highly tells us the culture we're building is working."

About A&S Construction of Louisville

A&S Construction of Louisville, Inc. is a residential remodeling and home improvement company headquartered at 3215 Fern Valley Rd., Suite 105, Louisville, KY 40213. Founded in 2021, A&S provides decks and outdoor living, siding, roofing, gutters, windows, kitchens, bathrooms and whole-home remodeling to homeowners throughout the Louisville area. Learn more at ascoflouisville.com.

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New ELN connects experimental context and structured scientific data across R&D workflows, creating an AI-ready foundation for faster, more informed decisions

BASEL, Switzerland, Oct. 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Genedata, a Danaher company and leading provider of enterprise software for biopharmaceutical R&D, today launched an electronic lab notebook (ELN) integrated directly into the Genedata platform, connecting experimental context with scientific data across discovery and development. By bringing previously fragmented information into a continuous scientific record, the new capability helps biopharma R&D teams preserve knowledge, make better-informed decisions, and innovate faster.

Unlike traditional ELNs, Genedata's ELN is embedded natively within the R&D process, supporting end-to-end discovery and development workflows for biologics and other complex modalities such as ADCs, bispecifics, cell and gene therapies, and peptides. It builds on Genedata's proven data model, linking directly to molecules, samples, process parameters, and assay and analytics results already managed in the platform reducing manual data transfers and eliminating inconsistencies between applications. Experiment documentation remains tied to a candidate's complete development history â from design and molecular biology through screening, engineering, expression, purification, and analytics to upstream and downstream process development, formulation, and analytical development â providing scientists and AI systems with consistent, traceable data across the full R&D lifecycle.

"As biologics pipelines grow in complexity, decisions and experimental context must be brought together across increasingly diverse workflows", said Othmar Pfannes, Ph.D., President of Genedata. "While traditional ELNs operate independently and cause knowledge to be fragmented, we solved that issue by aligning underlying data structures, scientific concepts and metadata to ensure information can be consistently searched, analyzed, reused, and leveraged by AI applications."

The Genedata ELN links experiments to sample identities, properties, lineage, and physical locations, while integrated LIMS and laboratory workflow execution capabilities coordinate requests and tasks across internal laboratories, centralized facilities, CROs, and CDMOs. Connections to laboratory and IT systems, instruments, and robotics further reduce manual data handling and bring documentation closer to laboratory execution.

By bringing ELN, LIMS, sample management, registration, and laboratory workflow execution together across the Genedata platform, the ELN provides built-in data integrity while increasing R&D efficiency. Organizations can now work more coherently and move seamlessly from experimental design to outcomes and decisions. Historical work is easier to revisit, institutional knowledge is fully preserved, and project handovers are simplified. This unified environment also supports data science, predictive modeling, automation, and AI-driven initiatives without the cost and complexity of connecting fragmented systems.

"Genedata is not introducing just another ELN. We are fundamentally rethinking what an ELN should be in the age of AI," said Othmar Pfannes, Ph.D., President of Genedata. "By natively combining structured data and workflows with experimental context in a single scientific record, the platform delivers a harmonized user experience based on a shared, computationally accessible foundation for AI-driven R&D."

About Genedata

Genedata, a Danaher company and a leading provider of enterprise software solutions for biopharma R&D, transforms biopharma data into intelligence. Our innovative solutions combine deep science, technology, and AI domain knowledge. Leading biopharma organizations and cutting-edge biotechs partner with Genedata to digitalize and automate complex data workflows. Our advanced analytics and embedded AI enable data-driven decisions. From early discovery through development to the clinic, Genedata solutions drive innovation and help maximize ROI being trusted by customers worldwide for more than 25 years.

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Danaher is a leading global life sciences and diagnostics innovator, committed to accelerating the power of science and technology to improve human health. Through our connected ecosystem of industry-leading businesses, we work side by side with customers to solve their most complex scientific and clinical challengesâhelping move innovations from discovery to delivery faster for patients who depend on them. Powered by the Danaher Business System, our advanced science and technology and proven ability to innovate help enable faster, more accurate diagnoses and reduce the time, cost, and risk required to discover, develop, and deliver life-changing therapies. Through continuous improvement and operational excellence, our approximately 60,000 associates worldwide are focused on delivering lasting impact and improving quality of life around the world, while building a healthier, more sustainable tomorrow. Explore more at www.danaher.com.

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Only FDA-approved neuroimmune modulation therapy for rheumatoid arthritis is now available to adults throughout New England.

SANTA CLARITA, Calif., Oct. 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- SetPoint® Medical, a commercial-stage medical technology company dedicated to improving care for people living with chronic autoimmune diseases, today announced that the first patient has been treated with the SetPoint® System at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (BIDMC) in Boston. The procedure was performed by Joshua P. Aronson, M.D., functional neurosurgeon at BIDMC.

The SetPoint System is the first-and-only U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)-approved neuroimmune modulation therapy for adults living with moderately to severely active rheumatoid arthritis (RA) who have had an inadequate response, loss of response, or intolerance to one or more biologic or targeted synthetic disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs (DMARDs). The system includes a small, implantable neurostimulator that delivers targeted stimulation to the left vagus nerve, activating the body's innate anti-inflammatory pathways that help regulate the immune activity associated with RA.

"The SetPoint System reflects a significant evolution in neuromodulation, applying a targeted, device-based approach to a disease that has long been treated pharmacologically," said Dr. Aronson. "An outpatient procedure now opens a fundamentally different treatment pathway for patients with rheumatoid arthritis."

More than 1.5 million Americans live with RA, a chronic autoimmune disease in which the immune system attacks healthy tissue, causing joint pain, bone erosion, deformity, reduced mobility and long-term disability. There is no cure, and many patients do not achieve or sustain adequate disease control with existing DMARD therapies.

"Treating the first patient in Boston with the SetPoint System marks an exciting milestone for people living with rheumatoid arthritis and for our clinical community," said Brian J. Stout, M.D., rheumatologist at BIDMC. "Neuroimmune modulation offers a different mechanism of action for patients whose disease is not managed with initial biological agents. Being able to offer an alternative to immunosuppressives with a different mechanism expands the treatment options we have for managing RA."

The first procedure of SetPoint Therapy at BIDMC marks a milestone as health systems and rheumatologists in the greater Boston area begin to expand their treatment options for rheumatology patients.

"Boston's academic medical centers are among the leading programs in healthcare. We are grateful to work with forward-thinking clinicians in the region," said Murthy V. Simhambhatla, Ph.D., president and chief executive officer of SetPoint Medical. "We appreciate their leadership, which is expanding access to SetPoint Therapy for people throughout New England living with rheumatoid arthritis."

Boston joins a growing list of U.S. markets where patients can access SetPoint Therapy as rheumatology practices, neurosurgeons and health systems expand availability nationwide.

About the SetPoint System

The SetPoint® System is indicated for use in the treatment of adult patients with moderately to severely active rheumatoid arthritis (RA) who have had an inadequate response, loss of response, or intolerance to one or more biological or targeted synthetic disease modifying antirheumatic drugs. It should not be used if you have had a vagotomy or splenectomy, or if your healthcare provider determines that it is not safe for you to use the SetPoint System. Risks may include, but are not limited to, pain or infection after surgery, hoarseness, bruising, swelling, coughing and throat irritation.

For full safety information, please see Instructions for Use and our Important Safety Information at spm.care/ISI.

Individual results may vary.

About SetPoint Medical

SetPoint® Medical is a commercial-stage medical technology company dedicated to improving care for people living with chronic autoimmune diseases. The company's FDA-approved SetPoint System is the first neuroimmune modulation therapy available for people living with rheumatoid arthritis, offering a novel, device-based alternative for those who do not respond to or cannot tolerate biologic or targeted drug therapies. SetPoint's proprietary integrated neurostimulation platform is designed to activate innate anti-inflammatory pathways in the vagus nerve to reduce inflammation and restore immunologic setpoint. With a vision to redefine the care of autoimmune conditions, SetPoint is also planning to evaluate its platform technology for other conditions including multiple sclerosis and Crohn's disease. Learn more at www.setpointmedical.com.

Dr. Aronson and Dr. Stout have not been compensated in connection with this press release.

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Maximo Wood Expands Dallas-Fort Worth Availability Through Big D Lumber Company

MIAMI, Oct. 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Maximo Wood®, a leading high-performance wood brand, is expanding its availability in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex through Big D Lumber Company. The full-service independent lumberyard will offer Maximo Thermo Ayous products at its Richardson and Burleson locations, giving building professionals in the region greater access to thermally modified wood solutions for interior and exterior applications.

"Adding Maximo Thermo Ayous allows us to offer our customers a high-performance solution for a variety of interior and exterior projects," said Garret Cockrell, President. "The available profiles offer beautiful aesthetics for walls and ceilings, with the added performance benefits of Maximo's thermal modification process."

The addition of Big D Lumber Company strengthens Maximo Wood's distribution network in Texas, extending the brand's reach across the Dallas-Fort Worth market. Building professionals will be able to access Maximo Thermo Ayous at Big D's Richardson, Haslet and Burleson locations, with more products from Maximo's portfolio coming soon.

"Building relationships with dealers like Big D is an important part of strengthening our presence in Texas," said Ana Caovilla, Corporate Communications Manager for Maximo Wood. "Through this partnership, we're making it easier for building professionals across the region to source high-performance Thermo Ayous for their projects."

Big D currently offers Maximo Thermo Ayous Smooth 1x6 tongue-and-groove boards with a reversible profile and Maximo Thermo Ayous Fluted 1x6 tongue-and-groove boards. Maximo Thermo Ayous provides a lightweight wood solution for applications including wall and ceiling cladding. Maximo also offers Thermo Ayous with built-in Burnblock® fire-retardant, a WUI-compliant treatment designed to deliver durable, consistent fire resistance throughout the board.

Maximo Thermo products are made using an advanced thermal modification process that uses only heat and steam to reduce the wood's sugar and moisture content. This process improves dimensional stability and creates an insect-resistant material that is easier to handle and install. Maximo Thermo products are backed by a 20-year warranty for interior and exterior use.

For tips and ideas from our design expert, follow @AnaOnsite and @MaximoWood on Instagram. For more information about Maximo Wood, visit www.maximowood.com or explore dealer locations at www.maximowood.com/locate-dealer.

About Maximo Wood

Maximo Wood unites the performance of thermally modified timber with the timeless appeal of tropical hardwoods. Through its Maximo Thermo and Maximo Hardwoods lines, it offers builders and dealers a reliable, beautiful and sustainable alternative to traditional domestic woods. It's the kind of product that keeps customers coming back. | www.maximowood.com.

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New Rockwell Automation research examines what stands between AI adoption and measurable business impact

MILWAUKEE, Oct. 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Rockwell Automation, Inc. (NYSE: ROK), the world's largest company dedicated to industrial automation and digital transformation, today released new insights examining how food and beverage manufacturers can move beyond isolated AI pilots and achieve measurable business outcomes at scale. Drawing on findings from Rockwell's 2026 State of Smart Manufacturing Report, the analysis highlights the data, technology and workforce challenges organizations must address to translate AI investments into enterprise-wide impact.

AI adoption is accelerating across the food and beverage industry. According to the 2026 State of Smart Manufacturing Report, nearly 90% of food and beverage manufacturers are already using AI and machine learning or plan to do so in the near future. At the same time, manufacturers report effectively using only about 45% of the data they collect, creating a significant barrier to scaling AI initiatives and realizing their full value.

"Many manufacturers have moved beyond asking whether AI can deliver value," said Greg Schmidt, Vice President, CPG Global Industry, Rockwell Automation. "The focus now is on how to scale successful pilots across the enterprise. That requires more than new technology. It requires connected data, integrated operations and a clear link between AI initiatives and business outcomes."

The findings show that organizations achieving the greatest success with AI are treating it as part of a broader digital transformation strategy. Rather than focusing on standalone use cases, they are investing in stronger connections between operational and business systems, improving data accessibility and aligning AI programs to key objectives such as improving quality, increasing productivity, reducing costs and minimizing risk.

The analysis also highlights the growing importance of IT/OT integration as manufacturers expand AI adoption. Industry respondents expect AI-supported manufacturing processes to increase from approximately 37% today to more than 60% by 2030, making access to connected and contextualized data increasingly critical.

Beyond technology, the research points to workforce readiness as a key factor in long-term success. The report found that 93% of manufacturers expect smart manufacturing initiatives to reshape their workforce, while 40% reported reskilling employees during the past year. Organizations that align people, processes and technology are often better positioned to scale innovation and sustain results over time.

The full FAQ, From AI Pilots to Enterprise Impact: How Food and Beverage Manufacturers Can Scale AI for Measurable Business Outcomes, is available at [LINK]

Frequently Asked Questions

Why are food and beverage manufacturers struggling to scale AI beyond pilot projects?

While AI adoption is widespread, many organizations lack the connected data, standardized processes and integrated systems needed to scale successful initiatives. Food and beverage manufacturers report effectively using only about 45% of the data they collect, limiting AI's ability to drive enterprise-wide outcomes.

Why is data connectivity so important for AI success?

AI can only generate meaningful insights when it has access to high-quality, contextualized data. Manufacturers that connect operational and business systems can improve visibility, reduce information silos and enable AI to support faster and more informed decision-making.

What business outcomes are manufacturers looking to achieve with AI?

Food and beverage manufacturers are increasingly focused on measurable outcomes, including improved quality, increased productivity, reduced costs and lower operational risk. Organizations that align AI initiatives to these objectives are often better positioned to demonstrate return on investment and gain support for broader deployment.

What separates manufacturers that successfully scale AI from those that don't?

Leading organizations view AI as part of a broader transformation strategy rather than a collection of individual projects. They establish strong data foundations, integrate IT and OT systems, create repeatable processes and invest in workforce readiness to support long-term adoption and business impact.

About Rockwell Automation

Rockwell Automation, Inc. (NYSE: ROK), is a global leader in industrial automation and digital transformation. We connect the imaginations of people with the potential of technology to expand what is humanly possible, making the world more productive and more sustainable. Headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Rockwell Automation employs approximately 26,000 problem solvers dedicated to our customers in more than 100 countries as of fiscal year end 2025. To learn more about how we are bringing Connected Enterprise to life across industrial enterprises, visit www.rockwellautomation.com.

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MILWAUKEE, Oct. 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- SoftwareOne Holding AG (SIX: SWON), a leading global software and cloud solutions provider, today announced it has been named the Global Channel Sales winner in the 2026 GitHub Services and Channel Partner of the Year Awards. The recognition reflects SoftwareOne's work with GitHub and its customers, and its commitment to helping organizations adopt GitHub, modernize software development and create business value.

SoftwareOne helps organizations accelerate software development, modernize applications, and drive business outcomes through GitHub solutions. "Being recognized as GitHub's Global Channel Sales Partner of the Year is a tremendous honor and a testament to the passion, expertise, and commitment of our teams around the world," said Kiril Izov, Global Services Director at SoftwareOne. "What started as a focused initiative driven by passionate colleagues has evolved into a strategic partnership that helps customers innovate faster and get more value from their software development and cloud technologies."

SoftwareOne has steadily expanded its GitHub capabilities across advisory, implementation, managed services, and specialized delivery. For customers that means more productive developers, stronger DevOps practices, and faster digital transformation. The company's global delivery network and specialist expertise lets organizations roll out GitHub solutions at scale while aligning software development directly to business goals.

This recognition reinforces SoftwareOne's continued commitment to investing in cloud, application modernization, DevOps, and AI-enabled software development, helping customers accelerate innovation and create measurable business value.

The GitHub Services and Channel Partner of the Year Awards recognize global and regional partners for customer impact, innovation and business outcomes with GitHub technologies.

About SoftwareOne

SoftwareOne is a global software and cloud solutions provider and distributor. With a presence in over 70 countries and a team of about 12,000 professionals, we combine global scale and local expertise to help partners and customers optimize costs, source, and procure, accelerate growth, and navigate complex IT environments with confidence. Leveraging deep capabilities in cloud, software, and data and AI, the company empowers organizations to modernize, innovate, and unlock the full value of their technology investments. Headquartered in Switzerland, SoftwareOne is listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange and Euronext Oslo Børs under the ticker symbol SWON. Visit us at www.softwareone.com.

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- Stoneridge MirrorEye® Camera Monitor System (CMS) now in use on Kodiak Driver-equipped trucks

- Companies to explore integrating additional Stoneridge technology into Kodiak autonomous driving solution

- MirrorEye gives Kodiak flexibility in SensorPod design

NOVI, Mich., Oct. 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Stoneridge, Inc. (NYSE: SRI), a global supplier of safe and efficient electronic systems and technologies, today announced its collaboration with Kodiak AI, Inc. (Nasdaq: KDK), a leading provider of Physical AI-powered autonomous driving technology. The collaboration begins with Stoneridge's MirrorEye Camera Monitor System (CMS), which is incorporated in newly deployed trucks equipped with the Kodiak Driver, Kodiak's AI-powered autonomous driving system. The two companies plan to explore integrating additional Stoneridge technology into Kodiak Driver-equipped trucks.

Kodiak's proprietary SensorPods replace conventional side mirrors on the truck cab, providing enhanced visibility. These SensorPods have, until now, included conventional rear-vision mirrors as required by U.S. regulations for commercial trucks. Stoneridge's CMS was the first to receive an exemption from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) that authorizes motor carriers to operate MirrorEye-equipped trucks without conventional rear-vision mirrors. FMCSA renewed the exemption in 2024 for five years. Because MirrorEye's cameras sit in a compact wing above the cab door, the exemption gives Kodiak the ability to design future SensorPods without traditional mirrors, making them smaller, lighter, easier to replace and more aerodynamic.

As part of the collaboration, Stoneridge and Kodiak will explore how to further integrate Stoneridge technologies into Kodiak's autonomous vehicle platform and develop solutions that improve how vehicle data is processed.

"MirrorEye was developed to make commercial vehicles safer by providing drivers and operators a much better view and situational awareness while also delivering meaningful aerodynamic and efficiency benefits," said Natalia Noblet, President and CEO of Stoneridge. "On Kodiak's trucks, it becomes part of an autonomous system, and over the next several years we will work with Kodiak to explore ways our cameras and other technology can support that system more directly. We are excited to partner with Kodiak to advance autonomous trucking and to bring Stoneridge technology to that work."

"Our collaboration with Stoneridge involving its MirrorEye technology represents an important component of Kodiak's preparations for the safe deployment of driverless technology at scale," said Jamie Hoffacker, Senior Vice President of Hardware, Kodiak. "We're excited to explore new ways to deepen our integration and derive further efficiencies and safety benefits from working together."

MirrorEye replaces traditional mirrors with exterior digital cameras and in-cab high-definition displays. Stoneridge has produced more than 200,000 MirrorEye systems globally since 2020, and the system is offered through six global OEM programs and through retrofit installations with more than 40 fleet partners in North America.

About Stoneridge, Inc.

Stoneridge, Inc., headquartered in Novi, Michigan, is a global supplier of safe and efficient electronic systems and technologies. Our systems and products power vehicle intelligence, while enabling safety and security for on- and off-highway transportation sectors around the world. Additional information about Stoneridge can be found at www.stoneridge.com.

Forward-Looking Statements

Statements in this press release that are not historical facts, including statements about the collaboration with Kodiak, the potential integration of additional Stoneridge technologies into Kodiak's platform, future deployments of MirrorEye, and anticipated benefits of the collaboration, are forward-looking statements under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These statements are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially, including the parties' ability to successfully develop and integrate additional technologies, customer and market acceptance of autonomous trucking, regulatory developments (including FMCSA requirements and exemptions), competitive conditions, and the other risks described in Part I, Item 1A ("Risk Factors") of Stoneridge's most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K and subsequent filings with the SEC. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date of this release, and, except as required by law, Stoneridge undertakes no obligation to update them.

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