Modern Machine Shop’s 2026 Top Shops Benchmarking Survey Goes Live Feb. 1

Modern Machine Shop is proud to announce the 2026 Top Shops Benchmarking Survey, opening February 1 through April 10, 2026. This annual survey is a cornerstone of MMS’ Top Shops Program — a comprehensive benchmarking initiative that identifies and shares best practices from the highest-performing machine shops in North America. 

The Top Shops Survey is designed to help discrete parts manufacturers, contract machine shops and job shops evaluate their operational performance, business practices and strategic initiatives against industry peers. Participants who complete the confidential survey gain access to valuable insights into machining technology, shopfloor practices, business strategy and human resources — all based on data from shops across the industry.  

Why Participate? 

• Benchmark Your Performance: Receive a customized benchmarking report that compares your shop’s results with those of industry leaders.  

• Gain Strategic Insights: Learn which practices contribute to top performance in areas including operational efficiency, technology adoption, workforce development and business strategy.  

• Contribute to Industry Knowledge: By benchmarking your shop, you help shape a broader understanding of trends and best practices that benefit the entire CNC machining and metalworking community.  

The 2026 survey will remain open through March 31, 2026, giving shops time to participate. Completion of the survey is free, and all responses are kept confidential. Participants will receive a personalized benchmarking report upon conclusion of the survey period.  

The 2026 Top Shops Benchmarking Survey is available online. Shops interested in participating or learning more can visit gbm.media/top-shops-2026 for full details and access to the survey portal. To learn more about the 2025 honorees visit topshopsevent.com/honorees.