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Manufacturing In the Middle: Growth, Opportunity and New Challenges

Cisco Smart Manufacturing

This group is also seeing substantial growth in both revenue and employment while taking some very innovative and agile approaches to smart manufacturing. The report noted five key insights and areas that manufacturers in the middle market are focusing on, these include: Competition. Supply chain relationships.

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Trends Shaping the Future of Moldmaking

Modern Machine Shop

This shift is driven by concerns over supply chain resilience and a desire for greater control over quality and lead times. Additive manufacturing, particularly 3D printing, has transitioned from an experimental technology to a mature and widely accepted tool in the moldmaking industry.