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Intel Corporation's plan to spin off its foundry business into an independent subsidiary is "ill-advised," writes Christopher Tang in his latest IndustryWeek contribution. "The #foundry is the heart of Intel’s #manufacturing #innovation and IDM 2.0, which is crucial to Intel’s future – not to mention tied to billions in federal funding around #chipmaking and national security," writes the #supplychain expert and professor at UCLA Anderson School of Management. In this piece, Tang outlines 3 arguments for keeping Intel a #manufacturer, and acknowledges this path forward will be challenging. Nevertheless, he says, "Long-term gains often require short-term sacrifice." https://lnkd.in/eQHK_SHT

Is patience called for in the face of potential new tariffs? "In recent weeks and through several channels, the idea has surfaced that, for several big #auto companies, #tariffs in the second Trump administration might turn into something more along the lines of 'Don’t just do something; stand there!' than an all-hands supply-chain and production overhaul." So writes Geert De Lombaerde for IndustryWeek. He continues: 'CEOs and CFOs, including from General Motors and Daimler Truck AG, have said they are confident in the flexibility of their production networks and are stepping carefully in facing the prospect of new #trade barriers with Mexico and/or Canada that might be put into place by President-Elect Donald #Trump." #supplychain #manufacturing #automotive #IndustryWeek https://lnkd.in/eMnqXcVD

As we say every other week: Welcome to 'So That Happened,' our IndustryWeek editors’ takes on things going on in the #manufacturing world that deserve some extra attention. In addition to #machinery makers poised to rebound, we look into #robotic floor sweepers, #labor strife at GE, #CHIPs funding, elven toy builders and a possible Nissan-Honda #merger? https://lnkd.in/eM6cXfNB #manufacturing

"Managing and anticipating #disruption is the new mindset of the future," writes Stephan M. Liozu, Ph.D., chief value officer at Zilliant, in his latest contribution for IndustryWeek. This doesn't mean you should have all your attention focused on doomsday scenarios, but it does mean "you need pay attention, have your senses activated and escape from business as usual. This is called organizational mindfulness." In this column, Liozu outlines 3 types of disruption. He also poses 5 questions you should be asking yourself (and answering) to be more proactive than reactive when crises come your way. And they will. https://lnkd.in/enBmFm2w #leadership #organizationlmindfulness #IndustryWeek

How can a massive decline in the the average wage be a good thing? Read IndustryWeek's annual #salary survey of #manufacturing #leaders to find the answer. Here's a hint: Survey respondents skewed younger, which could be a good thing for an industry dominated by an aging demographic. Average salaries reported by readers in our 2024 IndustryWeek Salary Survey fell almost across the board—$119,785.41 in 2024, 10.6% lower than the $ 133,996.66 reported in 2023. #wages #compensation #leadership #IndustryWeek https://lnkd.in/eEbYZEqT

Looking for a way to create focus in the new year? Consider selecting a single-word goal, advises Ashleigh Walters in her latest IndustryWeek column. Read it here: https://lnkd.in/g2zeswd2 The #leadership coach and author follows this practice in her own life. "The chosen word will help me say “no” or “not yet” to good opportunities that are not in line with my vision for the year while leaving room for enthusiastic “yeses” for amazing experiences I could only dream of."

Dan Cakora, pricing #economist at Vendavo, sees four possible economic scenarios in 2025 and beyond, given what the incoming #Trump administration has talked about in terms of its agenda. He outlines those scenarios in this IndustryWeek contribution. #Agility will be key in successfully navigating whatever scenario greets #manufacturers as they move into the upcoming year, Cakora says. "#Deregulation, lower taxes, reduced #immigration and varying GDP growth and #inflation present risk and reward. The four resulting scenarios—ranging from strong growth with modest inflation to stagflation—make agility essential for success in 2025 and beyond."   https://lnkd.in/g7xv_Mym #taxes #GDP #economy #inflation #manufacturing #tariffs

What #Manufacturing #Technologies Deliver Real #ROI: Production Pulse IndustryWeek Senior Technology Editor Dennis Scimeca discusses which plant technologies are cool and fun to discuss, and which ones offered the best, #measurable #realworld #results for #manufacturers in 2024. Joining him are: Paul Miller, VP and principal analyst, Smart Manufacturing & Future Mobility, Forrester Research Ryan Martin, senior research director for Digital Transformation, ABI Research

We are excited to share a recent IndustryWeek article authored by Michelle Drew Rodriguez!   #Nearshoring has been gaining traction as a strategic lever for manufacturers, well before recent geopolitical shifts brought it to center stage. 🌍🏭   By enhancing supply chain resilience and improving market proximity, this approach represents more than a passing trend—it's a game-changer for manufacturers aiming to secure a competitive edge.   Discover how nearshoring can help your organization unlock transformative opportunities: https://lnkd.in/eQp2JJYy #RolandBerger #insights

If the idea of #nearshoring is on your wish list in a vague kind of way, it has now become a strategic imperative for global #manufacturers, says Michelle Drew Rodriguez, a partner at Roland Berger. Nearshoring isn’t just about mitigating #risk. "The drive to bring production closer to home is a strategic opportunity to recalibrate operations around reliability, cost-effectiveness, sustainability and customer centricity to name a few." In this article, Michelle Drew Rodriguez outlines five considerations for executives contemplating nearshoring as a long-term #strategy. https://lnkd.in/eQp2JJYy #manufacturing #supplychain #offshoring #tariffs