The Future of Food Manufacturing: Workforce, Technology Adoption & Organizational Readiness


Oct 7 @ 11:30 am - 12:30 pm ET

What did more than 160 industry professionals tell us about the future of food manufacturing? Join FPSA for the official release of new research examining workforce trends, technology adoption, and organizational readiness, and discover what the findings mean for your business.

 

Join FPSA for the official release of new industry research exploring how food manufacturers are responding to workforce challenges, technology adoption, automation, and organizational change.

Drawing from industry survey data, executive interviews, and real-world case studies, this webinar will unveil the study's key findings and examine what they mean for manufacturers planning for the future. Attendees will gain insight into workforce trends, modernization priorities, organizational readiness, and the factors that influence successful technology adoption.

More than a presentation of research, this session will connect the findings to practical business decisions through real-world examples, industry perspectives, and actionable strategies that organizations can apply today.

Key Takeaways:

  • Understand the workforce and technology trends shaping the future of food manufacturing.

  • Evaluate whether their organization is prepared for modernization and technology adoption.

  • Learn why change management and organizational readiness are often bigger barriers than the technology itself.

  • Explore how workforce roles and skill requirements are evolving as automation and AI become more prevalent.

  • Leave with practical strategies for balancing investments in people, processes, and technology.

 

Speaker

Kevin Whorton
Kevin Whorton
President
Whorton Research

Kevin Whorton has conducted research with trade associations for 40 years, including serving as Research Director for the National Association of Home Builders and National Association of Chain Drug Stores. He has conducted more than 600 research projects in his role as President of Whorton Research over the past 21 years. He completed his PhD coursework in Economics at the University of Maryland and George Mason University.