Too many self-serving studies out there, say academics with new research. Have you ever heard of the skills gap? The “skills gap” is a term that means: there aren’t enough…
Month: June 2016
Yes Donald, You Can Make Suits in America
Trump says he doesn’t make his suits here because it’s “very hard.” Here’s proof he’s wrong. One of the prevailing storylines of the 2016 presidential election has been Donald Trump’s rather combative stance toward companies that offshore their… How competitive is American manufacturing, as opposed to the biggest (Asian) manufacturing outsourcing players? By the year…
Five Technological Applications Impacting Manufacturing Innovation
A manufacturer can be innovative in various ways beyond the use of technology. Innovation can include the utilization of new business models, the development of new processes and services, and the enhancement of existing products too. How competitive is American manufacturing, as opposed to the biggest (Asian) manufacturing outsourcing players? By the year 2020, the…
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How competitive is American manufacturing, as opposed to the biggest (Asian) manufacturing outsourcing players? By the year 2020, the United States is predicted to take the top spot in the Global Manufacturing Competitiveness Index (GMCI),…