Warehouse Network Survey: Manufacturer Sentiment
A WSI Industry Report
Most warehouse networks weren’t designed for 2026. As U.S. manufacturers navigate tariffs, reshoring pressure, and changing supply chain demands, many are facing the same challenge: warehouse networks that were built over time but not always built by design.
When asked, 75% of manufacturers said their warehouse network evolved organically rather than strategically, creating structural constraints as operating conditions become more complex.
Our latest industry report surveyed 306 supply chain, operations, and logistics leaders at U.S. manufacturing companies to better understand how warehouse strategy is changing across chemicals, metals, food and beverage, building materials, and electronics.
Inside, you’ll learn:
- The top warehouse network challenges manufacturers are facing
- Why legacy warehouse footprints are becoming harder to maintain
- How manufacturers are approaching 3PL relationships, outsourcing, and in-house operations
- Where compliance, safety, and infrastructure risks are influencing warehouse strategy
- The operational changes manufacturers are prioritizing over the next 18 months
