New manufacturing economy

New manufacturing economy

The new manufacturing economy (NME) describes the role of advanced manufacturing in the rise of the New Economy. The term describes manufacturing enabled by digital technologies, advanced systems and processes and a highly trained and knowledgeable workforce.[1] The new manufacturing economy integrates networks, 3D printers and other proficiencies into business strategies to further develop manufacturing practices.[2]

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The Pillars of the new manufacturing economy

Technology

Focus on geographic expansion, information technology and internet commerce are on the rise for industrial manufacturing companies according to the PricewaterhouseCooper Q4 2010 Manufacturing Barometer.[3] Such conditions compel companies to incorporate new technologies into business plans and to concentrate on the application of open-source product development in the creation of physical goods as a form of competitive advantage.[4]

New technologies influence various industries to emphasize innovation as a business tool .[5] Advanced manufacturing is feasible due to continuous improvement investments and modernization of the workforce, technologies and supply chains in order to increase global competitiveness, environmental sustainability and product customization to meet consumer expectations.

Workforce

Incorporating modern CNC equipment in new manufacturing processes requires better trained employees with more exacting skills than were previously required in heavy industry.[6] Past manufacturing job consisted largely of physical labor and worker assembly line requirements, but in response to technological evolution are becoming tech-savvy and information intense with focus on creativity and resourcefulness.

Strategy

The new manufacturing economy is centered around "niche" businesses who satisfy the needs of small consumer markets by offering what customers want, when they want it.[7] The primary foundation of this strategy is selling less of more[1]. Adopting the efficiencies of digital and Web-based technologies into current business strategies is an emerging trend in manufacturing practices.[8]

Industries

Advanced technology in the manufacturing marketplace has led to growth in areas such as software development and biotechnology[9] and to emphasis on numerous industries such as[10]:

Related terms

References

  1. ^ Tumulty, Brian. "Skilled Manufacturing Workers in High Demand." USATODAY.com. USToday, 13 Nov. 2005. Web. 22 Mar. 2011. <http://www.usatoday.com/tech/news/robotics/2005-11-13-technical-worker-shortage_x.htm>.
  2. ^ Anderson, C. (2008). Long Tail, The, Revised and Updated Edition: Why the Future of Business is Selling Less of More. New York, NY: Hyperion.
  3. ^ PwC, . "Manufacturing Barometer: Business Outlook Report – 4Q 2010." PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP. N.p., Winter 2010. Web. 21 Mar. 2011. <http://www.pwc.com/gx/en/industrial-manufacturing/publications/manufacturing-barometer-4q2010.jhtml>.
  4. ^ Anderson, C. (2008). Long Tail, The, Revised and Updated Edition: Why the Future of Business is Selling Less of More. New York, NY: Hyperion.
  5. ^ Dayberry, JOhn. "Manufacturing Solutions Center Prepares for Move to Conover." Hickory Daily Record, 15 Dec. 2010. Web. 12 Mar. 2011. <http://www2.hickoryrecord.com/news/2010/dec/15/all-about-jobs-ar-620232/>.
  6. ^ Marano, R. (2000). Making Manufacturing Muscle. Retrieved Feb. 2, 2011, from New Century Careers, Pittsburgh, PA. Web site: http://www.ncsquared.com/article00-0501.asp.
  7. ^ Anderson, C. (2008). Long Tail, The, Revised and Updated Edition: Why the Future of Business is Selling Less of More. New York, NY: Hyperion.
  8. ^ Turbide, David. "The Next Generation of ERP Software:Technology as a Means for Thriving in the New Manufacturing Economy." EPICOR, 4 Oct. 2004. Web. 17 Mar. 2011. <http://downloads.vertmarkets.com/files/downloads/bf8ac2d2-1beb-4fc0-9645-cb8e9bb50633/next_generation_wp.pdf>.
  9. ^ Kleszczewski, Mark. "High-Tech Manufacturing: Down but Nowhere Near Out." Global Corporate Xpansion, Nov. 2010. Web. 9 Mar. 2011. <http://webcache.googleusercontent.com/search?q=cache:bkoQNZXBk0MJ:www.gcxmag.com/gcx/article.asp%3Fmagarticle_id%3D770+%22new+manufacturing+economy%22&cd=34&hl=en&ct=clnk&gl=us&source=www.google.com>
  10. ^ Department of Governmental Relations. (2009). Indiana's New Manufacturing Economy Initiative. Retrieved Feb. 1, 2011, from Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN. Web site: http://www.purdue.edu/government/pages/budget/manufacturing.shtml

External links

  • Dexigner.com – Chris Anderson to Discuss New Manufacturing Economy, February 2010 talk.
  • www.manufacturingsolutionscenter.org | | |

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