The May 10, 2011 editorial titled “The coming renaissance in U.S. manufacturing,” provides an inspiring outlook on an industry that is critical to our nation’s future. However, for this renaissance to take shape and be sustainable, it will require an entirely new way of thinking and behaving.
In the past, the approach favored by manufacturers was an “own it all” and bury the competition mentality, leaving the details to work themselves out along the way.
In today’s economy, it will be crucial for domestic multiple vendor companies – OEMs, integrators and distributors – to work collaboratively. Only with this mindset will the U.S. manufacturing community be able to compete and win globally.
The customer of today, and tomorrow, is more interested in finding the right “total solution” than a “quick fix” to resolve one specific challenge. Customers expect, and will continue to demand, that vendors come together to create these solutions on their behalf.
Manufacturing leaders are gathering to chart this new course for the industry at imX this fall. Will you be on board? Click here to apply for your invitation.
Steve Prahalis
Event Manager for imX
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