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Research Report

9th Annual State of Smart Manufacturing

Benchmark your technology usage, explore best practices and uncover 2024 trends

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The GenAI Revolution

Generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) rocketed up the technology priority list over the last twelve months, creating fierce demand for industrial applications embedded with this transformative technology.

Empowering Workforce

Looking to supplement and amplify the workforce, cobots, autonomous mobile robots (AMRs), automated guided vehicles (AGVs) and wearables all ranked prominently in new areas for technology investment in 2024.

Combating Cyber Threats

The lines between OT and IT continue to blur, increasing the connectivity between digital and physical operations. This elevates the need for cybersecurity awareness and action to mitigate the risk of a breach or attack.

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Hear from manufacturers
across the globe

Manufacturers are harnessing emergent technology to maximize workforce potential, reduce risk, increase quality, and deliver sustainable growth.

95%

are using or evaluating smart manufacturing technology

ROI

Cloud / SaaS topped the list for technology that drives the greatest ROI

98%

have a sustainability / ESG policy in place

GenAI

was #1 in the top 10 new investment areas over the next 12 months

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We are pleased to share these results with you and hope that this global benchmark report provides a guide for successful decision making throughout 2024.

Blake Moret - CEO of Rockwell Automation

9th Annual
State of Smart Manufacturing Report

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Download the report now to find out what’s working for leading manufacturers. Plus, get a 10-step checklist for technology adoption success!

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