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Infographic from ABB titled “The Intelligent Factory is Accelerating as Automation Investment Increases.” It shows a robotic manufacturing assembly line on the left and key statistics on the right. Highlights include: 33% of manufacturers prioritize cost control, 31% are increasing investment in automation and robotics, 30% cite labor shortages and rising wages as challenges, and 34% identify energy and material costs as a leading concern. Additional sections explain competitive pressures and how automation technologies like robots improve efficiency, consistency, and productivity in modern manufacturing.

News•by Lauren Lawrence•March 19, 2026

Automation Acceleration Seen in Manufacturing

Labor shortages, material costs and tariffs are just a few of the reasons automakers are looking to expand their investments in automation and robotics this year.

News•by Staff•May 24, 2022

GM Delays Plans to Hire 3,000 Salaried Workers

The company plans to delay filling some open positions after hiring 7,000 new salaried workers already in 2022.