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Rebecca O. Bagley

One thing we’ve learned over the past several decades is that we live in an ever-changing world.  There was a time when America was the unquestioned global leader in manufacturing.  That changed to include Germany and Japan… which, in turn, changed to include China and other nations.  Now, there is ample evidence that our world is changing or about to change once again.  Are we ready for this change and will this change be good for us?

Last week I had the opportunity to attend the second Clinton Global Initiative – America (CGI America) where Advanced Manufacturing was a major focus.  Different from most gatherings of this type, the CGI asks participants for specific, measurable “Commitments to Action” to effect the kinds of changes necessary to forge the American role in global manufacturing – i.e. to advance manufacturing.

To read the full, original article click on this link: Changing Manufacturing in a Changing World - Forbes