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2024 Warehouse/DC Outlook Survey: Cautious, but seeking efficiencies
March 5, 2024
If you thought our annual survey on the outlook for warehouse and DC equipment and systems spending would indicate off-the-charts spending plans, think again. However, you will find interest in goods-to-person robotics, labor management, as well as more respondents tapping third-parties for maintenance analytics as companies look for more efficiencies.
We love research
March 5, 2024
I don’t have a tattoo, but if I were to consider one it might read: I love research.
The employee satisfaction survey: Don’t worry, be happy
March 4, 2024
Our first-ever survey of senior-level supply chain professionals found that most are engaged, have positive relationships, and are happy with their compensation and benefits. We also reveal areas of focus for savvy managers who want to improve retention rates in a tight job market.
MRO Survey: Finding and keeping the best technicians
March 4, 2024
Our annual maintenance, repair and operations (MRO) survey shows it’s become a little easier to do both, but challenges remain.
2024 Automation Study: How automation is transforming the warehousing landscape
February 5, 2024
Our annual Peerless Research Group (PRG) study tracks increased use of technology and automation in warehouses and distribution centers nationwide.
Top 20 Warehouses 2023: Demand soars and mergers slow
December 8, 2023
As demand for North American warehouse space soars, third-party logistics providers find new ways to serve their growing customer bases.
16th annual Salary Survey: Materials handling professionals report satisfaction, stress
November 8, 2023
Modern’s 2023 Salary Survey offers an inside look into the average salaries, educational levels and career aspirations of today’s materials handling professionals.
2023 Warehouse/DC Operations Survey: Automating while upping performance
November 8, 2023
This year’s survey found increasing levels of use for various automation and software technologies, while technology budgets held fairly steady. However, operations face continued challenges around labor scarcity, inadequate warehouse space, and the pressure to perform in line with customer expectations.
The Pallet Report 2023: Shape shift underway
September 11, 2023
New report reveals the types and sizes of pallets that companies are using, mechanisms used to secure the loads on the pallets and the broader role pallets are playing in global supply chains.
What are you driving? The 2023 lift truck acquisition and usage study
August 14, 2023
Here’s a look at the current lift truck usage and purchasing trends for 2023.
Software usage survey: Spotlight on technology
July 11, 2023
Artificial intelligence may be the hot technology of the day. But it’s not alone. Our latest survey plots the trajectory of AI and other advanced technologies along with warehouse, transportation, labor and planning software. Here’s the rundown of where they stand in the plant and warehouse right now.
Intralogistics Robotics study 2023: More robots are coming to a warehouse near you
May 10, 2023
Our new Intralogistics Robotics Study proves just how vital robotics and automation are becoming to warehouses and DCs of all sizes—and across all industries.
2023 Warehouse/Distribution Center Equipment Survey: Tighter budgets prompt targeted spend
April 10, 2023
After a banner year for materials handling automation indicators last year, our annual equipment outlook survey reveals a more conservative approach to spending on automation, equipment and related software -- however, the indicators didn't decline drastically.
2023 Automation Study: Usage & Implementation of Warehouse/DC Automation Solutions
March 20, 2023
This research was conducted by Peerless Research Group on behalf of Modern Materials Handling to assess usage and purchase intentions for
automation systems and solutions used in warehouse and distribution center operations. Where possible, results in this report trend to the
2021 and 2022 waves.
Warehouse automation survey: Levels and total cost of ownership (TCO) concerns on the rise
February 7, 2023
Our annual reader survey finds that many are looking to implement or improve their systems across numerous areas, and when it comes to decision factors for evaluating systems, total cost of ownership and integration gained in importance, while concern over parts availability declined.