Emerson Adds Prompt-Based AI Code Generation to LabVIEW+ Suite, Available 2026
EMR•Emerson announced expansion of NI Nigel AI across its test software portfolio, introducing prompt-based code generation in the LabVIEW+ Suite with full integration planned for availability later in 2026. The enhancements aim to help aerospace, semiconductor and transportation customers accelerate test development and product validation while ensuring strict reliability and safety standards.
1. AI-Ready Test Automation Platform Expansion
Emerson is extending its NI Nigel AI technology across its test software suite, introducing prompt-based code generation in the LabVIEW+ Suite to streamline test development. This expansion positions the NI platform as a comprehensive AI-ready test automation ecosystem.
2. Key Features and Timeline
Key enhancements include integration of Nigel AI into NI FlexLogger, NI InstrumentStudio, NI TestStand and NI SystemLink, providing context-aware guidance across the test lifecycle. These features are slated for general availability later in 2026.
3. Customer Benefits and Use Cases
The AI-driven tools target aerospace, semiconductor and transportation customers by accelerating development, validation and deployment workflows. In internal trials, engineering teams reduced test development and troubleshooting cycles from days to minutes.
4. Impact on Emerson's Test and Measurement Business
By embedding AI into modular hardware, open software and a shared data foundation, Emerson aims to boost its test and measurement segment’s competitive edge. The move could drive higher software service revenues as engineering teams adopt automated test solutions.
