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Latest Updates
It's hard to believe ProMat is almost over. On this final day, get a last look at the expo floor, which will be open from 9 AM to 1 PM and track down exhibitors you might have missed. Also, catch one of the on-floor seminars, which are scheduled from 9:30 AM to 11:45 AM. If you missed any of the daily e-newsletters or are looking for a quick way to find information you read in an issue, here's the ProMat 2025 e-newsletter archive. Looking forward, next year, MODEX 2026 will be in Atlanta from April 13-16. MODEX 2026 is where decision-makers come to see the latest equipment and tech, connect with key suppliers and make strategic capital equipment buying decisions for their future operations. Hope to see you there!   
The recap video from ProMat 2025 Day 3 has been posted! ProMat went into high gear on Wednesday - and the recap relays all the highlights. The technology and networking were top-tier, and we'll provide interviews and an overview that captures it all. Click here to watch the video. 
Conference News
The 2025 MHI Annual Industry Report has been released. Titled, “The Digital Supply Chain Ecosystem: Orchestrating End-to-End Solutions," the report provides updates on the innovative technologies that have the most potential to transform supply chains. The report is the 12th in a series of annual industry reports published by MHI and Deloitte. According to the report, 55% of supply chain leaders are increasing their supply chain technology and innovation investments with 60% saying they are planning to spend over $1 million. Nineteen percent plan to spend over $10 million. These investments include solutions for improved supply chain resiliency and transparency and as well as solutions for the ongoing workforce and talent shortage. The report includes new insights into trends and technologies that are transforming supply chains and the priorities of the people who run them. To read the full findings, download the report here.
Keynotes, Sessions & Seminars
Deion Sanders knows how to wow a crowd. As an athlete and coach, he was truly legendary, projecting a larger-than-life persona of “Prime Time.” In Wednesday morning’s keynote, Sanders gave his view of success, both personally and professionally.
Sanders was an eight-time Pro Bowler and two-time Super Bowl champion over 14 seasons in the NFL. As current head coach of the University of Colorado, he now inspires players and fans with his highly motivational coaching style.
But things didn’t start as sunny. Sanders said he has always been the underdog, and that motivated him to succeed, and even dominate on the field. Now, he wants to help others get, as he said, that place called “there” – which is whatever success looks like for you.
Coming from humble beginnings, Sanders yearned to make it big. He said his mother never saw him play a game in high school because she worked the night shift, and his father wasn’t around. He vowed that once he made it big, his mother would never have to work another day, and in 1989 when he went to the NFL, that vow was realized.
As a college student, Sanders was recruited by pro college teams, but the money they offered wasn’t what he had hoped. So from his dorm room, he worked on marketing himself and upping his brand, setting up the “Prime Time” persona that would make him a more valuable commodity in pro football.
In Wednesday afternoon’s keynote, MHI CEO John Paxton Wanda Johnson of Deloitte presented the findings from the 2025 MHI Industry Report, which highlights trends and issues facing the supply chain industry. To start off, Paxton presented an overview – here are the highlights: Among the key survey findings, top supply chain challenges include hiring & retaining workers (52%); talent shortage (45%); forecasting (44%); and customer demands (43%). In this year’s report, 55% of respondents said they are planning to increase investment in technology, with 60% planning to invest more than $1 million and are planning to invest more than $10 million. 
Best of ProMat Daily
The winners of the 2025 MHI Innovation Award were announced yesterday at Industry Night. After receiving 223 submissions, 12 finalists were chosen, three in each category based on concept, value and impact. The 2025 winners are: Best New Innovation: Anyware Robotics Inc. Click here for a full list of 2025 MHI Innovation Award submissions.
At the 2025 Industry Night, the winner of the 2025 Start Up Pitch Competition was named. Freespace Robotics took top honors, bringing home a check for $10,000. Freespace Robotics' website gives more information on their award-winning product, saying: "Unlike conventional AS/RS systems focused primarily on storage and retrieval, Freespace’s dynamic deep-lane rack design integrates sorting, pre-staging, and sequencing directly into the cube." Congratulations, Freespace Robotics! Daily Schedule
EXPO HOURS: Lakeside Hall: 9 AM – 1 PM, North Hall/South Hall: 9 AM – 1 PM ON-FLOOR EDUCATION SEMINARS: Starting at 9:30 AM Click here to view the full list of Thursday's educational sessions.
ProMat Insights
ProMat Mobile App and My Show Planner  Don't forget to download the mobile app and My Show Planner. ProMat's 2025 mobile app allows you to access exhibitor information, schedules, conference sessions, speaker information, a map of the show floor and much more. In the app, My Show Planner allows you to map out your time and make a vital must-do list. Complimentary Shuttle Buses
Complimentary shuttle buses will run between McCormick Place and all designated ProMat show hotels every day of the show. Bus schedules will be posted in each show hotel and at McCormick Place. Shuttles will not operate for hotels within walking distance. Click here to download complimentary shuttle bus routes, hotel shuttle bus drop-off locations and routes. Relax and Network Located in the ProMat 2025 Lakeside Hall on the show floor, the ProMat Pier is a great place to unwind and have fun! Join your peers for Chicago neighborhood themed foods - click here for more information. In the South Hall, The Hub will feature comfortable seating, charging stations and a 360-photo booth. Access Free Wi-Fi in McCormick Place
Wi-Fi is offered complimentary throughout ProMat. No password is required. Select network “ProMat” to get connected. Want to share your thoughts about ProMat 2025, or access MHI's posts with show information? Here's a helpful cheat sheet of our social media links and info:
Mark your calendar now - next year's MODEX is in Atlanta on April 13-16. MODEX is where the manufacturing and supply chain decision-makers come together for the world’s largest supply chain experience. From hands‑on product demonstrations to one-on-one meetings, attendees come to see the latest equipment and tech, connect with key suppliers and make strategic capital equipment buying decisions for their future operations. There is no cost to attend the exhibits and conference sessions. Register today for free admission. 
Videos & Sponsors
Each day, a video crew will be interviewing keynotes, talking to exhibitors, getting feedback from attendees and sharing their view of the action at ProMat.
All episodes of the new ProMat podcast have been uploaded. In this podcast, the industry’s best minds will be interviewed to uncover real-world case studies and get unique perspectives on key trends and emerging technologies. Click here to listen to the podcast.
Live videos will be taken from the expo floor during ProMat – this video was taken on Tuesday and features Big Joe Forklifts. Click here to watch the video. For more live videos and recaps of each day, visit the MHIView ProMat 2025 channel. 
Networking
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