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Fictiv Releases 11th Annual State of Manufacturing & Supply Chain Report

· Source: prnewswire.com

In short

New research from Fictiv and MISUMI reveals that AI adoption has moved decisively from experimentation to execution, with 97% of manufacturing leaders reporting AI is already embedded across core workflows. The report shows 95% of leaders consider AI implementation vital to future success, while digital manufacturing platforms are now essential for 97% of companies. The industry is prioritizing on-shoring, with 93% saying moving manufacturing back to the U.S. is a top priority amid growing supply chain complexity.

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Tags: manufacturing, supply-chain, AI, automation, digital-platforms, sourcing

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