As renowned inventor James Dyson aptly put it in an interview some years ago, “Manufacturing is more than just putting parts together. It’s coming up with ideas, testing principles, and perfecting the engineering, as well as final assembly.” This reflection emphasizes the importance of staying on top of manufacturing trends, which involve innovation, rigorous testing, and engineering excellence in the manufacturing process.

Dyson’s words take on profound significance as we explore current manufacturing industry challenges: supply chain optimization, plant performance, and skilled labor shortages. In this blog post, we explore how three manufacturing trends are solving these challenges and consider some innovative strategies for sustainable growth.