The U.S. manufacturing sector is hinting at growth and companies are shifting operations toward new centers of production even as global conflict and extreme weather events are impacting the flow of raw materials. Managing risk and staying resilient is critical in this environment.

A recent survey by Manufacturing Dive and Sikich explored how industrial manufacturers are using enterprise technology to bolster their operations. This survey report discusses the findings and you’ll learn:

• Whether organizations consider themselves early adopters or laggards in technology
• The three top technologies respondents are considering investing over the next 12 – 18 months
• Participants’ main reason for considering an ERP investment
• The top benefit organizations hope to achieve when considering a new or expanded ERP investments
• The main area of AI interest in manufacturing

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