So many of the conversations going on carry over from week to week with regards to North American Manufacturing. Specifically this week what stood out: North America Now Very Globally Competitive Are Unmanned Cargo Aircraft the Future of Economical Air Freight? North America Now Considered Very Globally Competitive North America (specifically the US and Mexico) have … [Read more...]
Poll: Where will Tesla Build Their 5 Billion Dollar Battery Factory?
The winner(s) of our poll today won't win accolades or prizes, but with this whole selection process heating up for Tesla, one really has to wonder where it will end up. Tesla bringing large scale battery manufacturing to one lucky south/west US state has big implications. The states said to be in the running are Nevada, Arizona, New Mexico and Texas. If you follow the news … [Read more...]
Two for Friday First Edition – Industry and Talent Update
As advocates of the manufacturing industry we love to serve, we're always plugged in to see what the news and trends are. So in this new feature every Friday we'll bring up two topics to discuss with you. There are a number of critical topics this week but two really stood out: Will 2014 be a good year for US Manufacturers? Acquiring Skilled Talent Will 2014 be a good … [Read more...]
CIMCO Software Training at NASA AMES
Every once in a while you find yourself in an incredible place with incredible people doing incredible things. Last week that happened. Monday morning we were getting our guest badges and introducing a group that entered as individuals and departed as a team from NASA AMES in Mountain View California. We were hosted by NASA for CIMCO software training for a few of our … [Read more...]
Why US Manufacturing Advocacy Matters
If you or someone you care about works in the US Manufacturing industry, chances are you have a strong opinion about the importance of keeping the Manufacturing sector strong. Job growth rebounding from one of the worst recessions most of us have (and hopefully will) experience in our lifetimes is good for all. So on the level of jobs alone, it is a worth-while endeavor. When … [Read more...]
The Real Problem with the Investing in American Jobs Walmart Commercial
You may have heard that there is a controversy brewing over one of Walmart's recent commercials advocating on-shoring of jobs and manufacturing. Overall the idea that they are investing $250 billion in American Manufacturing over the next 10 years is a good thing. However there is a problem with the commercial, but it’s not what you might think. It has nothing to do with … [Read more...]