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title: "A look into the future: In-plant systems"
description: The demand for in-plant equipment and systems remains strong.  We will continue to see a trend of consolidation as many retailers look to service larger geographic areas with fewer facilities. Advancements in automation technology have incentivized this distribution hub model as retailers continue to benefit from the transformative gains in speed, accuracy, and throughput provided by modern systems.
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# A look into the future: In-plant systems

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### [A look into the future: In-plant systems](https://kahlerautomation.com/a-look-into-the-future-in-plant-systems/a-look-into-the-future-in-plant-systems)

Dec 18, 2024 3:26:19 PM

*This Q&A blog is authored by Colt Silvers, vice president of Business Development at Kahler Automation.*

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