This IDC InfoBrief, sponsored by Workday, finds that while 70% of manufacturers report steady or strong growth, many struggle with outdated, disconnected systems that limit visibility, agility, and scalability. Key priorities include modernizing HR, finance, and operations through cloud adoption, embedded analytics, and AI to boost efficiency, decision-making, and resilience. Major obstacles are poor data quality, manual processes, and integration gaps. Most manufacturers are investing in system improvements and see digital transformation as essential for future competitiveness and the ability to adapt to market and supply chain volatility.

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