EXIT Automation for Small & Middle Market Manufacturers MiBiz and the Michigan Manufacturing Technology Center West (MMTC-West) would like to hear your thoughts, strategies and concerns related to manufacturing automation. OK Question Title * Do you plan to invest in manufacturing automation over the next 12 months? Yes No OK Question Title * Why have you considered investing in manufacturing automation? (Check all that apply.) Increased product demand Lack of skilled labor force Reduce machine downtime Produce more consistent quality Need more flexible manufacturing Improve efficiency Increase velocity Tax benefits under new law I haven't considered investing in automation. Other (please specify) OK Question Title * What type of automation equipment do you plan to install in your facility? (Choose all that apply.) Automated materials handling Equipment monitoring and maintenance Visual inspection systems IoT technology Integrated machine control Predictive maintenance Cobots Robots None at this time. Other (please specify) OK Question Title * What concerns do you have about automation? (Check all that apply.) Lack of internal resources to implement Cost to implement Ability to retrofit legacy equipment Changeover times Lack of knowledge of new technologies Disruption to operations Safety Employee buy-in Cost to maintain Other (please specify) OK Question Title * Where do you receive information and training about automation? (Check all that apply.) Manufacturing seminars Local colleges, community college Automation suppliers Trade publications Internal automation engineers Consultant Manufacturing council Other (please specify) OK Question Title * Please share some information about yourself. (Optional) Name Company Email Address OK SUBMIT