The pundits have been signaling the decline and fall of US Manufacturing for quite some time, and yet the influence and the impact of the industry are as vital today as ever. It comes down to what you measure, and how you measure it. If you factor in total output, manufacturing accounts for roughly a third of US GDP, and the growth in productivity throughout this century has been significant. Learn more about the true health of US Manufacturing in our lead story this week.
Also in this week’s newsletter, discover how modernizing warehouse workflows can double worker productivity and cut labor needs by over 50%.
But there are still plenty of speedbumps along the supply chain, due to volatility and constant threats of disruptions.
Stay up-to-date with the latest news and trends in this week’s Supply Chain Insights.
—Dave Blanchard
