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Manufacturing companies need to focus on attracting and retaining top talent to stay competitive while driving toward growth. Among the best ways to do this is through well-designed workspaces.

 

Trends in the Industrial Market

But first, it’s critical to understand key trends shaping the industrial market.

The e-commerce boom is dominating sales.

1/5

of all retail sales are made via e-commerce

3X

the industrial space is required for e-commerce companies vs. brick and mortar companies

 

Manufacturers are navigating supply chain challenges.

48%

increased budget for transporting goods

51%

added suppliers from new geographies

65%

began stockpiling to overcome challenges

71%

cited an increased cost of doing business

 

Companies are pushing for reshoring and foreign direct investment.

62%

are reshoring or nearshoring production back to the U.S.

220K

jobs were added to U.S. manufacturing sector in 2021

$506B

increase of U.S. foreign direct investment in 2021

 

Facilities are seeking a much-needed facelift.

70%

of U.S. industrial space was constructed before 21st century

1/3

of all industrial building inventory predates 1972

 

And that’s just the tip of the iceberg. Demand for products manufactured within the U.S. is on the rise; and with it, the demand for skilled workers and industrial spaces.

 

Design Solutions for Industrial Workplaces

So, what can you do to attract top talent to your industrial workplace?

Create COMFORTABLE ENVIRONMENTS

that make employees feel engaged and valued.

Offer MODERN FACILITIES

that equip employees with advanced technologies as well as growth opportunities and a focus on well-being and purpose.

Design REGENERATIVE AREAS

for employees to step away and recharge, such as individual privacy pods and open recess and lounge areas.

Designate INTERACTIVE SPACES

for employees to work collaboratively with colleagues, socialize with team members, and interact with coworkers they wouldn’t run into otherwise.

Define TRAINING ROOMS

dedicated to employee empowerment programs, including formal and peer-led, flexible training to support employee advancement.


Top Spaces & Products for Manufacturing Offices

With these insights in mind, consider the scope of your corporate spaces beyond the manufacturing line.

 

 



Make a Statement with

Infinity From KI

Through our furniture customization process, we can create solutions specific to your space and brand.

It simply starts with an idea.

Take Owens Corning, for example. This industrial manufacturer used Infinity From KI to solve a unique design challenge by co-creating workstations that perfectly suited their needs.

Watch the video below to learn more.

Designing for the Next 25 Years - Owens Corning Case Study 

 

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Design Ideas for Industrial Spaces 

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Designing for the New Industrial Revolution 

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