According to PMMI Business Intelligence, “The Evolution of Automation” there are 6 major trends that are driving industrial automation systems. The 56-page study will be released the end of September at PACK EXPO Las Vegas.
1. Lack of skilled labor and labor shortages.
2. Global increase in product demand.
3. Rising demand for flexible manufacturing.
4. Producing products with consistent quality.
5. Overall operating cost reductions.
6. Smart machine technology and industrial robots.
Are you facing these issues in your warehouse? If not, it’s most likely a matter of time before you are.
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