Despite lackluster forecasts, companies in several industries--materials handling included--expect business to be reasonably good in 2008. The U.S. economy will grow in 2008, but slowly and steadily. In terms of gross domestic product, that translates into 2.5 to 3%. There are threats on the horizon, but the companies that rise above these threats will be the ones who channel their efficiencies into innovation.

Our panel discussion will offer you a clearer glimpse into the center of your world by drilling down and analyzing several strata surrounding it:

• the world economy;
• The U.S. economy;
• the state of materials handling and logistics;
• Materials handling best practices surrounding technology trends and business expansion.

Our program will feature several experts Modern interviewed for the Industry Outlook in its January 2008 issue. Modern’s editors will engage these experts during a detailed Q/A session that will bring attendees further clarity on the year ahead.