About the Report

The TXM Global Manufacturing Snapshot Report provides an exclusive look into the current state of manufacturing worldwide. Based on survey responses from manufacturing leaders across Australia, North America, United Kingdom, and New Zealand, the report reveals how businesses are navigating economic pressures, supply chain disruptions, workforce shortages, and technology adoption.

Key findings from the report include:
• Demand pressures: Over 50% of respondents reported softer sales compared to last year and this was nominated as the number one challenge by respondents.
• Cost challenges: Manufacturers across the board cost increases with labour, materials, and energy cost rises having the biggest impacts.
• Labour shortages: 60% faced significant challenges attracting skilled workers, with many increasing wages to retain talent.
• New Technology not Meeting Expectations: while most manufacturers were investing in new software and automation, the results are often disappointing. Less than 40% of software projects and less than 50% of process automation projects are meeting or exceeding expectations.
• Operational improvement: Lean thinking is seen as the top strategy to improve productivity with 60% planning to adopt Lean manufacturing as their primary improvement strategy, ahead of new technology adoption and outsourcing.
• Evolving Supply Chains: 80% of manufacturers have adjusted supply chains since the pandemic, with bringing production in-house (vertical integration) the number one response.

What Steps Is Your Company Taking To Address Rising Costs

Why Download Our Global Manufacturing Snapshot Report?

• Benchmark your performance against global manufacturers.
• Identify emerging trends in the sector.
• Discover cost reduction strategies.
• Exclusive industry data from small and medium size enterprise.

Who Should Read This Report?

This report is essential for:

• Manufacturing leaders interested in the latest trends.
• Operations and supply chain managers looking for benchmarking insights.
• Lean practitioners and consultants seeking global perspectives.
• Executives and investors monitoring global manufacturing conditions.

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TXM Manufacturing Global Snapshot Report

Download the inaugural TXM Global Manufacturing Snapshot Report to uncover the trends, challenges, and strategies shaping global manufacturing in 2025.