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title: "By 2026, US manufacturers prioritize automation, but a gap exists; survey of 214 firms indicates a disconnect."
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description: "A recent survey conducted by Industry Week among 214 manufacturers in the United States highlighted a noteworthy disparity between the perceived significance of automation and its real-world implementation. The survey findings, part of a joint report by Vention and Industry Week, unveiled a striking revelation regarding the current state of the market. The study conducted in December 2025 indicates a sizeable gap between the importance attributed to automation and its adoption in the manufacturing sector."
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# By 2026, US manufacturers prioritize automation, but a gap exists; survey of 214 firms indicates a disconnect.

A recent survey conducted by Industry Week among 214 manufacturers in the United States highlighted a noteworthy disparity between the perceived significance of automation and its real-world implementation. The survey findings, part of a joint report by Vention and Industry Week, unveiled a striking revelation regarding the current state of the market. The study conducted in December 2025 indicates a sizeable gap between the importance attributed to automation and its adoption in the manufacturing sector.

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