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Bridging the Skills Divide: Preparing America's Workforce for the Future of Manufacturing and Technology
The United States stands at a transformative crossroads, witnessing historic investments exceeding $430 billion in new manufacturing facilities and clean energy projects driven by landmark legislation, including the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act and the CHIPS and Science Act. Yet, despite these significant strides, the nation faces a profound workforce challenge—an acute shortage projected at 3.8 million manufacturing jobs needed by 2033. Addressing this dual challenge—upskilling tech talent and expanding vocational pathways—is essential to maintaining U.S. competitiveness and economic vitality.
A 360-Degree View of AI in Manufacturing
Artificial intelligence (AI) has transformed the modern manufacturing landscape, promising everything from predictive maintenance to next-generation robotics.
Launching Innovation for the Future of U.S. Manufacturing: Recap of the Innovation Summit 2024
On August 28th, 2024, the US Center for Advanced Manufacturing (USC4AM) convened over 160 industry leaders from across the nation at the inaugural Innovation Summit in Detroit, Michigan. This event marked a pivotal moment for the U.S. manufacturing landscape, serving as a launching pad for fostering innovation, collaboration, and strategic partnerships that will shape the future of the industry.
US Center for Advanced Manufacturing Hosts Leadership Roundtable and Tour of Steelcase in Grand Rapids
On July 19, 2023, The US Center for Advanced Manufacturing hosted a leadership roundtable and tour of Steelcase Grand Rapids. Discover key takeaways from the session and learn how Steelcase CEO Sara Armbruster leads a staff of over 2,000 with next generational leadership.
Data Unleashed: Empowering Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) for Innovation and Success
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are the foundation of the global economy, representing 90% of all businesses and accounting for nearly 70% of global jobs and GDP. Recognizing the vital role of SMEs for the economy and job creation, the World Economic Forum’s Centre for the Fourth Industrial Revolution conducted a survey from February-May 2023 to explore the key challenges and opportunities that SMEs face regarding data readiness.
