The Intelligence Advantage: Building Smart, Resilient Supply Chains

CEO Update
john paxton

IN TODAY’S SUPPLY chain landscape, resilience is no longer a luxury—it’s a necessity. From ongoing disruptions to geopolitical shifts and climate‑related events, supply chains have been tested like never before. In response, a new era is emerging—one where artificial intelligence and automation are not just tools for efficiency, but catalysts for reinvention.

This issue of MHI Solutions explores how supply chains are being rewired for the future, with human insight and intelligent technology working hand in hand to build smarter, more agile supply chains. We tackle this topic by uncovering best practices, tools and real‑world examples of how leading firms are investing in these technologies.

To see the latest technological innovations, learn about the most impactful trends and gain a competitive advantage for your operations, plan to attend MODEX 2026 in Atlanta from April 13‑16.

MODEX is the largest supply chain event in 2026, featuring over 1,000 exhibits from leading solution providers and a comprehensive educational conference with 200 sessions covering best‑in‑class solutions for manufacturing and supply chain operations. MODEX exhibits 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 every angle of supply chain operations, including manufacturing and assembly, fulfillment and delivery, transportation and logistics, robotics and automation, sustainability, AI and emerging digital technologies. Be sure to attend MODEX 2026 to learn and experience the best innovative solutions for your business.

You can learn more about this important event starting on page 51.

I encourage you to use MODEX, MHI.org and MHI Solutions to research and choose the right solutions for your unique supply chain needs.

As you turn the pages of this issue, one thing becomes clear: resilience is no longer reactive—it’s proactive, predictive and powered by intelligence. The future of supply chains isn’t just automated. It’s adaptive, human‑centered and ready for whatever comes next.

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

John Paxton
Chief Executive Officer, MHI