Shifting Perceptions of Automation in Manufacturing

In 2024, 73% of manufacturing managers expected their jobs to change due to automation, up 2% from 2023. Conversely, only 53% of workers anticipated job changes in 2024, marking an 11% decrease from the previous year. This decline suggests that workers are becoming less concerned about automation’s immediate impact on their roles, possibly due to a reduction in AI-related fears or a growing understanding of how automation can enhance rather than replace their work. Managers, closer to decision-making, remain more attuned to these shifts.

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Surging Turnover Concerns Among Managers

39% of manufacturing workers reported an increase in turnover according to our 2024 survey, a 6% decrease from 2023. Conversely, the percentage of managers noting increased turnover surged from 22% in 2023 to 47% in 2024, a significant 25% jump. This divergence highlights differing perceptions or experiences with workforce stability, suggesting that while workers may feel slightly more secure, managers are increasingly concerned about retaining talent.

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Vicepresidenta de Gestión de Producto

Kerrie Jordan es la Vicepresidenta de Grupo de Gestión de Productos en Epicor. Ella dirige la dirección estratégica de las soluciones de productividad industrial basadas en la nube de Epicor para asegurar que ofrezcan alto valor, innovación, seguridad y conocimientos para los clientes. Como experta en tecnología y líder de la industria, Kerrie proporciona conocimientos sobre temas como SaaS, ERP, DaaS y Gestión de la Cadena de Suministro.

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