Every quarter, AlixPartners releases the Manufacturing Overview,
a data-driven analysis of the state of global
manufacturing.
Manufacturers continue to experience slow revenue growth with
weaker margins, increased inventory levels, and lower capacity
utilization (YoY capacity utilization is down in the US, Germany,
and China). However, tariff mitigation efforts may have ensured
business continuity, as certain regions are beginning to show
stabilization. Meanwhile, increased productivity gains driven by
automation are beginning to appear. It is yet to be seen if this is
the new normal for manufacturers, and expectations on target
margins may need recalibration.
Please read the full report for further insights into the extent
of these challenges and the strategies manufacturers are creating
to combat them.
