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An Hour of Engineering Downtime Costs Facilities $50,000-Plus: Study

47% estimated downtime consumed 3% or more of their company’s annual revenue.

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Freight Market Experiences Decline: Study

The third quarter saw further reductions in industry capacity due to fleet exits, decreased equipment availability, and regulatory adjustments affecting drivers.

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OEMs to Increase Aftermarket Investment Over 5 Years: Study

But while intent is strong, execution remains a challenge.

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2026 Pros to Know Award: Nominations Open

This award recognizes influential individuals whose accomplishments offer a roadmap for other leaders looking to leverage supply chain for competitive advantage. Submissions close Jan. 6, 2026.

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Legacy Systems Continue to Leave Manufacturing Exposed: Study

Supply chain attacks have now increased by 20% year-on-year.

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How Automation Supports Growing Contract Manufacturing Industry

PMMI, The Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies

AI-driven tools are proving invaluable in boosting staff productivity, enhancing machine performance, and OEE, and addressing workforce skills gaps.

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New Era of Tariff Uncertainty: Creating Smarter Supply Chains with Technology

For supply chain leaders, the message is clear: AI is no longer optional.

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Why Gen Z Overlooks Manufacturing Careers

Manufacturing is the backbone of innovation, yet we’re facing a generational talent gap. Here's what employers can do to reverse the trend.

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Steel Tariffs and the Importance of Cost Visibility

Steel tariffs are a pressure test for the entire supply chain ecosystem. Here's why.

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Why Supply Chain Strategy Should Start at the Design Phase

Supply chain disruption isn’t a question of if, it’s when.

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Xometry’s Workcenter Mobile App Manages Job Offers On-the-Go

The Workcenter Mobile App is designed to help suppliers manage job offers, production workflows and shop performance, anytime, anywhere.

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Supply Chain Visibility

Three-Quarters of Companies Suffered Revenue Losses from Supplier Disruptions in Last 12 Months

Almost all supply chain executives (94.5%) say they are likely to shift a critical portion of their supply chain to another region in response to tariffs, regulations and geopolitical pressures.

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