Automation has been making manufacturing more productive, cost-efficient, competitive and safe since the first Industrial Revolution. However, challenges such as tariff policies, onshoring and limited labor supply, and aging workforce, are increasing. Major U.S. companies are increasingly investing in automation, with GM planning to invest $4 billion in its domestic manufacturing plants and AI systems, and GE Aerospace plans to invest nearly $1 billion to strengthen manufacturing and increase the use of innovative new parts and materials. Deloitte survey revealed that 92% of manufacturing executives believe smart manufacturing will be the main competitive driver for their companies over the next three years. Automation can bridge labor gaps, improve output and compete with global manufacturers, while enhancing conditions for workers. While this trend is playing out at some of the largest manufacturers in the US, it is even more important for small and midsized manufacturing companies to adopt automation. Automating solutions should not be complex or expensive, but can be more productive to focus on simpler installations that can be duplicated across the business.
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