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Manufacturing Jobs Have Disappeared While Output Has Grown

Over the past three decades, manufacturing and distribution output has seen a steady increase. While this is true, the majority of Americans have not realized that U.S. manufacturing and distribution jobs have also disappeared.

In an article from Pew Research Center author Drew Desilver writes, “Manufacturing jobs in the United States have declined considerably over …

Congress Wants to Incentivize U.S. Manufacturing and Innovation

A new bill has been introduced to Congress that will boost U.S. manufacturing and distribution and innovation, according to an article from the Washington Examiner.

In the article author Al Weaver writes Congress has “introduced the Invent and Manufacturing in America Act, a bill that would give tax credit to companies that not only conduct …

Protecting Your Manufacturing Innovations from Foreign Competition

Many manufacturers distributors have moved their manufacturing and distribution process overseas for the lower labor prices. However, many times foreign competition is able to make their own similar innovation using even more cost efficient tactics. How can U.S. manufactures protect their innovations from foreign competition?

In an article from National Law Review author Robert Crouse …

U.S. Corn Sales Drop to a 3-Year Low

Competition from Brazil and Argentina has caused U.S. corn export sales to fall to more than a three-year low, according to U.S. government data released last week. Although corn prices are falling, the number of sales is still declining.

In an article from The Times of India author Karl Plume writes, “The sales slump came …

The Rise of Machines and the Evolution of Industrial Work

Technology has made way to the advancement of automation in many factories across the globe. Although there seems to be a looming concern about the safety of jobs in the manufacturing and distribution industry, skilled employees will continue to be an important part of creating a successful factory.

In an article from Industry Week author …

Auto Slowdown Flashes Caution Lights for Manufacturing Growth

The auto industry may be on the decline, and this could impact the manufacturing and distribution sector. After years of strong growth, automakers may be investing in future technology as the electric and self-driving industry booms.

In an article from Industry Week, author Mark Muro writes, “After a good run, warning lights are flashing in …

This Agricultural ‘Moonshot’ Could Change the Future of Food

As scientists are looking to the future, they are challenged with the problem of feeding almost 10 billion people. Thankfully, an elite group of scientist has been brought together for a year long brainstorming session to figure out how to address this problem.

In an article from The Washington Post, author Jenna Gallegos writes, “Their …

Transforming the Factory Floor

Every industry goes through numerous changes, and for the manufacturing and distribution industry, these changes are happening right now. With changing  technology, workers, and processes the manufacturing and distribution  industry is evolving into the manufacturing and distribution industry of the future.

In an article from Industry Week, author Jill Jusko writes, “Successful manufacturing and distribution …

Register for the 2017 MFG Talent Summit

The 2017 MFG Talent Summit will be held on Thursday, October 12th from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM at the Ford Conference & Event Center in Dearborn, Michigan.

The event will focus on best practices to grow the manufacturing and distribution workforce. Attendees will hear stories from top Michigan leaders about their successes and challenges. They will …

Reversing the Trend: Strategies for Addressing Decline in U.S. Manufacturing

Though specific statistics vary, it is clear that manufacturing and distribution industry employment has been consistently declining for a number of years. In a recent article for Manufacturing Business Technology, Greg Chesnutt, president and CEO of Prime Technological Services, offers a deeper analysis of the situation, taking a look at a variety of areas, …