2019 Manufacturing Industry Trends

The U.S. economy is undeniably strong and 2018 was a productive year for many manufacturing companies. We surveyed over 100 executives to gain insight as to how manufacturers are utilizing this economic upturn to their advantage. We will take a deep look into the cutting-edge industry trends that are expected to have a significant impact in 2019 and beyond. It’s no longer about survival of the fittest – it’s about survival of the fastest and most flexible.

This special report will provide survey results and analysis on:

• How manufacturers stack up to the projected growth rate and its impact on geographic locations for 2019
• Spending on capital projects as well as M&A activity and strategy
• Top technology investments manufacturers are making to stay relevant and better anticipate their customers’ demands
• The ability to identify profitable products, customers and regions
• What manufacturers are doing to improve collaboration with customers, suppliers and internal users