The 2026 Material Handling Marketing Report: Why Thought Leadership is King

The New Warehouse
Friday, February 6, 2026 at 9:00am UTC

The results are in. We polled the material handling community, and the verdict was overwhelming: 45% of you say Thought Leadership and Content is your #1 marketing priority for 2026.

The "Old School" way of selling in the warehouse—relying solely on spec sheets and cold calls—is fading. As new generations enter the workforce and high-tech solutions like AI and robotics become the norm, the way we build trust has fundamentally changed.

Buyers don’t just want a product; they want a partner who understands the future of the supply chain.

Kevin went live with Ashton Maxfield of Master Plan Communications to discuss these results and how to develop a thought leadership plan for your marketing strategy. Enjoy this previously live episode. 

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