A recent report by ABI Research highlights that 50% of the top workforce challenges for manufacturers stem from talent-related issues rather than technology. Key concerns include recruiting skilled staff, retaining employees, and addressing wage expectations and union memberships.

A lack of expertise is hindering digitalization efforts, with many manufacturers prioritizing staff training as a critical investment to boost productivity. As the talent gap continues to widen, with nearly 2 million workers potentially needed in the coming years, manufacturers must focus on improving recruitment, training, and work flexibility to remain competitive. 9/27/2024