Robotics, Automation and AI Orchestration Enable Smarter, More Efficient Supply Chains

CEO Update john paxton

Just as a conductor brings together a musical group into a cohesive performance, orchestration strategies keep your data, people and processes continually in sync. This powerful pairing of humans, robotics and artificial intelligence (AI) provides an end‑to‑end, data‑driven view of your supply chain that boosts accuracy and improves efficiency.

Adoption of new technology can be daunting for your workforce. Creating a collaborative, employee‑driven focus on technology is critical to building stronger, more streamlined operations. It also empowers team members to safely achieve higher levels of performance.

This issue of MHI Solutions tackles this topic by uncovering best practices, tools and real‑world examples of how leading firms invest in these technologies.

To stay up‑to‑date with the latest technological advancements and trends and gain a competitive advantage for your operations, plan to attend ProMat 2025, March 17‑20 in Chicago.

ProMat will include over 1,100 exhibits from leading solution providers and a comprehensive Educational Conference of over 200 sessions covering best‑in‑class solutions for manufacturing and supply chain operations. ProMat exhibitors will represent all segments of the material handling and supply chain industry, from traditional, manual equipment to automated systems, including smart, connected and collaborative technologies.

There will be many exciting new solutions to evaluate and choose from for manufacturing and assembly, fulfillment and delivery, transportation and last‑mile logistics, robotics and automation, sustainability and emerging digital technologies. Be sure to attend ProMat 2025 to learn and experience the best innovative solutions for your business.

You can learn more about this important event starting on page 72.

I encourage you to use resources like ProMat and MHI Solutions to research and choose the right solutions for your unique supply chain needs.

Futureproofing your supply chain operations requires the orchestration of human, robotic and automated resources with the power of AI. This synchronization enables intelligent, data‑driven decision‑making and empowers your workforce with the right answers at the right time to increase the speed for your business.

I hope you enjoy this issue, and that it inspires you and your people to further innovate.

John Paxton
Chief Executive Officer, MHI