2026 Industry Outlook: The “5 Ts ” Transforming Manufacturing

  • Industry trends
  • 11/10/2025
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In building planning strategies for 2026, manufacturers are leveraging five key forces — tax, tariffs, tech, talent, and transition — to unlock cash flow, drive automation, and build resilient teams.

What’s inside our 2026 industry outlook:

  • Actionable insights on the new tax law and how to free up cash
  • Roadmaps for navigating tariffs and supply chain volatility
  • Trends in automation, AI, and workforce development
  • Succession planning and transition strategies for owners
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