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Research Report

11th Annual State of Smart Manufacturing Report

Explore best practices of top performers, benchmark your digital strategy, and learn 2026 investment trends.

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Digital transformation is non-negotiable

Digital transformation is no longer a strategic priority; it’s a strategic necessity. Leaders aren’t piloting anymore. They’re scaling and executing.

AI is the top driver of business outcomes

AI has moved beyond hype and now delivers on outcomes, especially when scaled responsibly and embedded into production functions.

Resilience and security are now requirements

Manufacturers are more digitally exposed than ever before, making resilience and security essential to a production environment, not just IT add-ons.

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Hear from manufacturers
across the globe

Learn how manufacturing leaders are making decisions that put technology and talent at the core of their competitive strategy.

59%

are already using smart manufacturing

90%

report that they need digital transformation to stay competitive

34% → 54%

of operations are AI‑augmented today with expected growth by 2030

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“What stands out in this year’s research is not just the challenges, but how leaders are responding - by making digital transformation a core operating priority."

Blake Moret - CEO of Rockwell Automation

11th Annual
State of Smart Manufacturing Report

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