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Read the 2027 manufacturing industry outlook
Read the 2027 manufacturing industry outlook

Discover top industry trends, growth opportunities and strategies to strengthen your business.

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  • Planning for 2027: What tariff, trade and policy shifts mean for manufacturers

    EVENT | December 16, 2026

    Planning for 2027: What tariff, trade and policy shifts mean for manufacturers

    Manufacturers are facing immediate challenges across their supply chains — from navigating tariff refunds and rising costs to managing supplier relationships and customer expectations. Many are also struggling to make decisions for 2027 and longer-term amid continued trade and policy uncertainty…

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    Get Wipfli’s Q4 2026 manufacturing industry survey results

    After a difficult couple of years, manufacturers should feel more optimistic as we head into 2027. Wipfli’s just-published Q4 manufacturing pulse survey report finds that businesses are reporting higher revenue and better quote activity, although significant challenges do remain. Keep reading to…

  • Female worker using tablet for checking boxes while standing in food factory.

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    Food and beverage inventory management with AI

    AI is changing how food and beverage manufacturers manage inventory, and the results go well beyond smarter stock counts. For producers, improving inventory management with AI means lower carrying costs, better supply chain visibility and the ability to make faster, more confident decisions. Keep…