Innovation

Jun 09 2017
Blog

In the Wake of Proposed Cuts, the Manufacturing Extension Partnership Promotes Its Work

Capitol Hill event touts MEP's solid record of job creation and economic output.
Jun 02 2017
Blog

Trump Withdrew from the Paris Accord. What Does That Mean for Manufacturing?

Many manufacturers already are doing their part to combat climate change.
May 30 2017
Blog

The Good, The Bad and the Ugly for Manufacturing in Trump’s Budget Proposal

Let’s take a look at what the president would like to do.
May 25 2017
Blog

Don’t Fear the “Robot Apocalypse.” Instead, Focus on What We Need to Fix Right Now

Things like creating good-paying jobs and addressing inequality.
May 22 2017
Blog

Reports of American Manufacturing’s Death Have Been Greatly Exaggerated

We still make things here, as new research showcases.
Feb 10 2017
Blog

The Military Spouses Behind R. Riveter Entered the Shark Tank. It Paid Off.

How a network of remote riveters turned this handbag line into an American-made success story.
Feb 01 2017
Blog Innovation

Innovation is Needed to Drive New Business Growth, Especially in the Industrial Heartland

New report finds dynamism is on the decline. It’s hurting America’s economic well-being.
Jan 09 2017
Blog

Out in the Nevada Desert, Tesla is Making Major Moves

The company is now making battery cells at its massive Gigafactory.
Jan 04 2017
Blog

If Robots Are Taking Jobs, Then Why Are There Still So Many Jobs?

David Autor, who helped explain the “China Shock,” has a few ideas.
Dec 26 2016
Blog Innovation

Blogs of the Year: No. 5 Takes Inspiration From This Hit TV Show

How Game of Thrones can help explain the importance of a manufacturing base.