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July 12, 2022<\/div>\n

14 Trends Shaping the Future of Manufacturing in 2022<\/h1>\n \n

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Recent economic pressures and labor shortages have forced manufacturers and factories to become more flexible and efficient, but many don\u2019t know where to start. Let\u2019s look at the latest and greatest inventions, strategies, and systems that could help your facility stay competitive and thrive in 2022 and beyond.<\/p>

14 Manufacturing Trends in 2022<\/strong><\/p>

  1. \u00a0 \u00a0 Accessible Automation<\/strong><\/li><\/ol>

    Automation is not entirely new in the manufacturing world, but there is now widespread adoption of the practice. New technologies that have made automation more accessible to manufacturers are changing the way companies operate. \u201cAutomation for all\u201d is the next step in the industry.<\/p>

    Automation is made possible with\u00a0easy-to-use robotics solutions<\/a>, user-friendly Manufacturing Process Management (MPM) systems, and human-robot collaboration. With manufacturing automation, organizations are reducing costs, optimizing workflows, and increasing their bottom line.<\/p>

    1. Mobile Robotics<\/strong><\/li><\/ol>

      According to the ABI Research 2022 Trend Report<\/a>, a total of 45,000 collaborative robots (CoBots) and 452,000 mobile robots are expected to be shipped in 2022, a 65% and 51% increase from 2021.<\/p>

      One of the primary drivers of this manufacturing trend is autonomous mobile robots (AMRs). While robots used to mean ultra-sophisticated technology that required trained roboticists, new robotics technology is making automation attainable for companies of all sizes.<\/p>

      Locus Robotics is changing the landscape of manufacturing with RaaS, flexibility, and best-of-breed technology.\u00a0Origin, Vector, and Max can navigate on their own; are powered by LocusOne, the industry's smartest warehouse orchestration platform; and optimize your operation in real time. Locus AMRs allow manufacturers of all sizes to deploy robots tailor-made for their applications.<\/p>

      1. Internet of Things (IoT)<\/strong><\/li><\/ol>

        The Internet of Things helps manufacturers connect to and monitor the various components of their operations, gaining insight never before possible. This connectedness gives manufacturers valuable data that enable them to change, optimize, and improve every facet of their manufacturing process.<\/p>

        Using smart sensors and cloud connectivity powered by the internet, IoT is propelling the advancement of the industry. Companies are improving safety, saving money, streamlining manufacturing, and even creating new products with IoT capabilities.<\/p>

        1. Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)<\/strong><\/li><\/ol>

          Enterprise resource planning technology has been in the manufacturing industry for years but is gaining widespread usage<\/a>\u00a0with the availability of cloud-based SaaS options that are easy to deploy and more affordable for small businesses. ERP systems help manufacturers automate different areas of operations under one comprehensive system. This universal touchpoint then gives manufacturers the insight they need to oversee the entire manufacturing operation and make improvements and adjustments where needed.<\/p>

          1. Universal Connectability<\/strong><\/li><\/ol>

            Technologies and innovations in the manufacturing space were traditionally billed as a one-size-fits-all solution. Your operations had to fit the mold of the technology, which limited manufacturers\u2019 options and made certain capabilities unavailable to them. New manufacturing trends are seeing that balance flip.<\/p>

            What we are calling \u201cuniversal connectability\u201d is the idea that technologies are now being made to connect with any device or system. System-agnostic solutions can be fit to any manufacturing setup, as the device itself and its operating technology can work with a wide variety of operations. Essentially, technology and manufacturing advancements can now be tailor-made to your operations, without the cost of a fully custom solution.<\/p>

            1. Industry 4.0<\/strong><\/li><\/ol>

              A term created to describe the current trend in manufacturing toward \u201csmart factories,\u201d\u00a0Industry 4.0<\/a>\u00a0is shorthand for the fourth industrial revolution. Many of the trends on this list contribute to and make Industry 4.0 possible.<\/p>

              The widespread adoption and understanding of the latest manufacturing tech \u2013 IoT, the cloud, advanced computers, robotics, and the human workforce \u2013 all work together to empower Industry 4.0. Companies looking to stay relevant, competitive, and thrive in the marketplace must take advantage\u00a0of the technological advancements that have sparked the fourth revolution in the manufacturing industry.<\/p>

              1. Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning<\/strong><\/li><\/ol>

                Because companies have access to more data than ever before, tools that enable them to make the most of that data, like artificial intelligence and machine learning, are having a major\u00a0impact on manufacturing<\/a>. AI doesn\u2019t mean walking, talking robots, but instead refers to a computer system\u2019s ability to recognize trends and infer logical conclusions that can help manufacturers make data-driven decisions.<\/p>

                AI and machine learning can help improve many aspects of a manufacturing operation, such as:<\/p>