MLC Research
The Industrial Metaverse May Be Closer Than You Think
October 1, 2023Manufacturers are increasingly investing in the industrial metaverse, with most executives expecting it to transform R&D, design, and operations within five years. Key challenges include cybersecurity, data protection, and talent retention.
SURVEY: Choppy Supply Chain Seas Making Skilled Sailors
August 1, 2023MLC’s survey finds supply chain disruptions remain widespread, driven by shortages, inflation and labor issues, with 36% expecting them to last over a year. Manufacturers are responding with digital tools, reshoring and regional partnerships to boost resiliency.
Survey: On Board with Technology, At Sea with Strategy
June 1, 2023Manufacturers want digital transformation benefits but often lack a clear strategy, change management, and training plans. Many executives feel unprepared, raising concerns about future competitiveness.
Survey: Data Mastery is Slow to Mature but Essential
April 1, 2023Manufacturers are slowly improving data mastery, with more formal strategies and better data collection, but many still struggle to measure value. The survey says data is already helping make faster, more accurate decisions.
Survey: Smarter Factories Are on the Way
February 1, 2023Manufacturers are continuing M4.0 investments despite economic uncertainty, with more company-wide digital deployments and strong expectations for major gains in factory digitization by 2025.
Survey: Sustainability Momentum Surges Dramatically
December 1, 2022MLC research shows sustainability is now a major driver of manufacturing transformation, with 68% of companies using corporate-wide strategies and 58% calling it essential to competitiveness. 90% of executives say the industry has a special responsibility to move toward a circular economy.
Survey: More Expect M4.0 Tech Adoption to Increase
October 1, 2022MLC survey finds 89% of manufacturers expect M4.0 technology adoption to increase over the next two years. The post-pandemic surge is driving sustained innovation across operations, jobs and investment.
SURVEY: Manufacturers Get Tough on Cybersecurity
August 1, 2022Manufacturers are strengthening cybersecurity with formal plans, dedicated budgets, training, and higher confidence in internal expertise, according to an MLC survey. The biggest risks now are business disruption and vulnerabilities in connected networks.
SURVEY: Digital Leadership Playbook Still Work in Progress
June 1, 2022Manufacturing leaders need new digital skills, including technology fluency, data-driven decision-making, and more collaborative structures. Survey respondents say digital transformation is still reshaping the leadership playbook.
SURVEY: Manufacturing Supply Disruptions to Last Well Into 2023
April 1, 2022MLC survey finds 90% of manufacturers hit by supply disruptions, with over half expecting no major improvement for one to two years. Companies are now redesigning supply chains for greater resilience.
