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Various federal agencies release reports on the manufacturing industry. These reports may discuss the overall state of manufacturing or specific topics such as developing advanced manufacturing technologies, building a robust domestic supply chain, or in-space manufacturing initiatives.

 

  • Manufacturing Extension Partnership Annual Report FY2022

    | Industrial Commons, Small and Medium-sized Manufacturers, Supply Chain, Technology, Workforce

    The Omnibus Trade and Competitiveness Act of 1988 created the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Hollings Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP) program to improve the competitiveness of U.S. based manufacturing by making manufacturing technologies, processes and services more accessible to small and medium-sized manufacturers (SMMs).

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  • ARM Institute Issues Future of Work Study Press Release

    | Advanced Manufacturing, Artificial Intelligence, Automation, Technology, Workforce

    The ARM (Advanced Robotics for Manufacturing) Institute publicly released its Future of Work study. The study, previously issued to ARM Institute Members, details how advanced technologies, chiefly robotics, automation, and AI, are changing the nature of manufacturing careers and the actions needed to prepare the U.S. workforce for these changes.

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  • Advancing U.S. Manufacturing: Solutions to critical challenges including attracting a skilled workforce, strengthening supply chains, and supporting technology and innovation

    | Small and Medium-sized Manufacturers, Supply Chain, Technology, Workforce

    Our nation’s economic stability relies on a strong manufacturing sector one that generates jobs, fosters innovation, and drives economic growth. Because small and medium-sized manufacturers (SMMs) make up a large proportion of U.S. firms, their success is essential to a robust manufacturing ecosystem.

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