MODEX 2022
- Date
- 2022-03-28
- Location
- Georgia World Congress Center, Atlanta, United States
- Host
- MODEX (MHI)
About this event
MODEX 2022 is where manufacturing and supply chain leaders go to see what’s actually changing the way goods move, get stored, and get made. With more than 850 exhibitors and 100+ educational sessions, this is a large-scale, in-person event built for people who want a real view of the tools, systems, and ideas shaping the next phase of operations. If you work in robotics, warehouse automation, logistics, material handling, or manufacturing technology, this is the kind of event that helps you connect strategy to execution. You can explore the exhibition floor, compare solutions side by side, and hear from high-profile keynote speakers including Erika Alexander, Dr. Sanjay Gupta, and Shaquille O'Neal. About the Event MODEX 2022 is positioned as the largest manufacturing and supply chain trade event of the year, bringing together the companies, technologies, and conversations driving the industry forward. Rather than being a single-track conference, it combines a major trade show with a substantial education program, making it useful for both hands-on practitioners and senior decision-makers. At its core, this is an in-person industry gathering for people who need more than headlines. It’s a place to evaluate emerging technology, understand where automation is delivering measurable value, and get a clearer sense of how supply chain and manufacturing operations are evolving across facilities, networks, and customer expectations. The event’s scale matters. With 850+ exhibitors, attendees can expect broad coverage across robotics, supply chain technology, warehouse systems, and manufacturing solutions. That makes MODEX especially relevant if you’re actively comparing vendors, planning investments, or trying to understand how different parts of the operational stack fit together. It also offers a substantial learning component through 100+ educational sessions. That means the event is not just about browsing booths. It’s designed to support deeper understanding through talks, presentations, and discussions that help attendees translate industry trends into practical decisions. What to Expect The experience is likely to center on two major formats: the expo floor and the education program. On the exhibition side, you’ll be able to move through a large field of vendors and solution providers, seeing equipment, platforms, and services up close. For teams exploring warehouse robotics or broader automation strategies, that side-by-side exposure can be one of the most efficient ways to assess the market. The educational side adds structure and context to what you see on the floor. With more than 100 sessions, attendees can expect a range of topics connected to manufacturing, supply chain performance, operational efficiency, and technology adoption. The value here is in pairing big-picture insight with real-world application, so you leave with more than inspiration. You can also expect keynote moments that widen the lens beyond day-to-day operations. The announced keynote speakers — Erika Alexander, Dr. Sanjay Gupta, and Shaquille O'Neal — suggest a program that brings in perspectives from outside the narrow boundaries of industrial technology, which can make for a more dynamic and memorable event experience. A practical way to approach the event is to plan for a mix of discovery and focus. Many attendees will likely use their time to: Explore robotics and warehouse automation solutions in person Compare exhibitors across supply chain and manufacturing categories Attend sessions tied to current operational challenges and innovation priorities Gather ideas for improving throughput, resilience, and efficiency Meet peers, partners, and providers face to face in one place Why Attend For professionals in manufacturing and supply chain, one of the biggest challenges is separating noise from substance. MODEX helps with that by putting a large cross-section of the industry in one venue. Instead of relying only on sales calls, online research, or secondhand commentary, you can evaluate technologies and approaches directly. That’s especially valuable in fast-moving areas like warehouse robotics and supply chain tech, where the landscape changes quickly and the stakes are high. If you’re responsible for operational performance, facility planning, automation strategy, or technology selection, this kind of environment can sharpen your decision-making and shorten your learning curve. The event is also useful because it brings together different levels of the conversation. You can move from high-level keynotes to practical educational sessions to detailed exhibitor conversations in the same day. That range makes it easier to connect market trends with the real constraints of budgets, labor, throughput, and implementation. Attendees may come away with: A clearer view of the current robotics and automation landscape Better context for supply chain and manufacturing technology decisions New ideas for improving warehouse and operational performance Useful industry connections across vendors, peers, and solution experts A stronger sense of where the market is heading and how to prepare for it Practical Details MODEX 2022 takes place in person at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta, United States. The in-person format is a major advantage for an event of this type, since so much of the value comes from seeing technology firsthand, navigating the expo floor, and having direct conversations with exhibitors and other attendees. The event is listed for Monday, March 28 at 12:00 AM UTC. If you’re planning to attend, it’s worth confirming the local schedule, session timing, and any registration details in advance so you can map out your priorities once you arrive on site. Because this is a large trade event, preparation will make a difference. It’s a good idea to identify the exhibitor categories, session themes, and technology areas most relevant to your role before you go. That way, you can spend less time wandering and more time having the right conversations. This event is best suited for people working in or around: Manufacturing operations Supply chain strategy and execution Warehouse automation and robotics Material handling and fulfillment Industrial technology evaluation and implementation If your work sits at the intersection of operations and innovation, MODEX 2022 offers a concentrated way to see what the industry is building, what your peers are prioritizing, and where your next practical advantage might come from.
Who should attend
If you're working on how goods move, get stored, picked, packed, or shipped, this is the kind of event where you can compare solutions side by side and leave with real ideas to bring back to your team. - **You run or improve warehouse operations** and want to see the latest robotics, automation, and material handling systems in one place rather than piecing together research vendor by vendor. - **You lead supply chain, logistics, or distribution strategy** and need a clearer view of what tools are actually being adopted across the industry, from warehouse tech to broader operational systems. - **You evaluate technology purchases** and want direct access to over 850 exhibitors so you can ask better questions, compare capabilities, and shorten your shortlist. - **You’re focused on continuous improvement** and value practical learning. With 100+ educational sessions, there’s plenty of substance for operators, technical teams, and decision-makers alike. - **You work in manufacturing and need tighter coordination with supply chain teams** to improve throughput, reliability, and resilience across facilities and networks. - **You want both industry perspective and broad business context** from a large-scale event that combines hands-on exhibits with keynote voices from business, media, and public health.