How sustainability , artificial intelligence and reshoring will shape the demand for automation
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How sustainability , artificial intelligence and reshoring will shape the demand for automation
By 2030 , it is predicted that over 85 million positions will be unfilled across the globe , hampering economic growth and presenting an opportunity for businesses to introduce more automation . Here , Tom Cash , a director of industrial parts supplier , Foxmere , identifies three major trends that are likely to shape the demand for automation over the next 12 months .
Economic factors like Brexit , component shortages , supply chain disruption and the lingering effects of the COVID-19 pandemic are exacerbating the problems created by a global shortage of workers . As a result , businesses must find new ways to build up their resilience and cope with unforeseen changes .
Automation systems are the cornerstone of a revolution that is reshaping the way we work , manufacture goods and harness energy . Continuously evolving with industry trends , these systems now incorporate artificial intelligence ( AI ) and data-driven decision-making , expanding their applications into various sectors , including logistics , healthcare , agriculture and more .
This transformation extends not only to how we produce goods but also to how we power our world , making automation systems essential building blocks of progress in the modern era .
Sustainability
Sustainability has been a topic of interest for years , however it is likely to continue being relevant for the foreseeable future with the everpressing issue of the climate change crisis and global warming .
According to Climate . gov , there has been an increase of one degree Celsius in global average surface temperature since the pre-industrial era ( 1880-1900 ). Although this increase seems minimal , the consequences are substantial due to a significant increase in accumulated heat . This results in seasonal temperature extremes , reduced snow and ice coverage and intensifying rainfall .
Sustainability is now a key factor in the adoption of automation , with a need for enhanced energy efficiency and better recycling systems . An increase in the demand for automation that is energy efficient , capable of reducing waste and optimised for eco-friendly production processes is expected .
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