The Association for Advancing Automation (A3) is THE global advocate for the benefits of automating. We promote automation technologies and ideas that transform the way business is done.

A3 represents over 1,000 automation manufacturers, component suppliers, system integrators, distributors, end users, research groups, consulting firms and academic institutions from throughout the world that are driving automation forward.

A3 Vision & Imaging works to specifically advance the global understanding and implementation of vision and imaging technologies. We are committed to providing support and leadership on common industry issues.

We provide vision and imaging training and certification (Certified Vision Professional program), we certify vision integrator companies, manage vision standards (Camera Link, Camera Link HS, GigE Vision and USB3 Vision), produce conferences and trade shows that brings the leading suppliers together and provides vision education.