Bill Rokos, Parsec Automation

Bill Rokos is the Chief Technology Officer at Parsec Automation and the driving force behind TrakSYS, the company’s powerful manufacturing operations management (MOM) platform. Since 1999, Bill has led the development of TrakSYS, working closely with manufacturers worldwide to design a solution that integrates seamlessly across operations—improving visibility, boosting efficiency, and reducing downtime. His collaborative approach has not only shaped the platform’s robust feature set but also informed the development of a comprehensive global training curriculum. A member of the Forbes Technology Council, Bill is deeply invested in helping manufacturers navigate the dual challenge of digital transformation and workforce evolution. As labor shortages persist across the industry, he advocates for the strategic adoption of smart manufacturing technologies to both enhance productivity and reimagine the shop floor experience—making manufacturing more attractive and accessible to the next generation of talent. Keywords: workforce development, new talent, technology, sustainability