US Center for Advanced Manufacturing

By transforming sensitive information into a fictional yet structurally similar version, data masking ensures that unauthorized users can't access critical data – even during development and testing. ✅ As a result, operations can stay on track without compromising security. In an industry where cyberattacks can derail everything from production lines to supply chains, future-proofing data is no longer an option – it's a necessity. Companies must adopt advanced security practices like data masking to protect against these threats and ensure long-term resilience. If you want to learn how cybersecurity strategies are shaping the future of manufacturing, dive into our State of US Manufacturing report, produced in collaboration with leading universities nationwide: 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gX6yxHCG Cynthia Hutchison | Stephanie Wright | Shree Parikh #USManufacturing #Innovation #Manufacturing #DataMasking #Cybersecurity #Usability #AmericanManufacturing

We are excited to announce that our Executive Committee partner, FANUC America Corporation, has launched the $1M FANUC Automation Endowed Scholarship Fund in collaboration with the SME Education Foundation. This initiative aims to elevate skills and create career opportunities by offering annual scholarships to students pursuing manufacturing and automation across the United States and Canada. We look forward to seeing the positive impact this will have on our industry’s future! 🌐 US Center for Advanced Manufacturing | Stephanie Wright | Shree Parikh #USManufacturing #Innovation #Manufacturing #Scholarship #Education

While automation and AI are revolutionizing the shop floor, the role of human labor, creativity and decision-making remains critical. Workforce shortages and technological integration challenges can be overcome by beefing up our ethics, upskilling and collaboration between people and technology. Manufacturers who want to ensure long-term success must adopt a cultural strategy that prioritizes communication, inclusive change management, co-design, and the integration of these practices. 👇 Cynthia Hutchison | Stephanie Wright | Shree Parikh #USManufacturing #Innovation #Manufacturing #SmartManufacturing #TechIntegration

AI is reshaping the way we think and work. 🤖 In manufacturing, this shift opens up endless possibilities for new roles that blend human ingenuity with AI-driven efficiency. What do these future jobs with purpose look like? How can AI not only enhance productivity but also create meaningful opportunities for workers on the shop floor and beyond? The question for manufacturers is: how will you embrace this transformation to create purpose-driven roles that benefit both your workforce and your business? The future is bright, and it’s powered by a fusion of human and artificial intelligence. Cynthia Hutchison | Stephanie Wright | Shree Parikh #USManufacturing #Innovation #Manufacturing #ArtificialIntelligence #FutureofTech #FutureofWork #AI

Happy Thanksgiving! 🍁 May your day be filled with warmth, love and gratitude, celebrating the gift of community and the strength we find in one another. 🙏 Cynthia Hutchison | Stephanie Wright | Shree Parikh #USManufacturing #Innovation #Manufacturing #HappyThanksgiving #Community

Trade work is the foundation of so many industries – it’s about time we give it the recognition it deserves. Hats off to Carhartt for empowering workers with their For the Love of Labor grant. This is the #FutureofWork! 🙌 Cynthia Hutchison | Stephanie Wright | Shree Parikh #USManufacturing #Innovation #Manufacturing #LoveofLabor #Sustainability #TradeWork

Shaping the data collection process involves managing potential sources of bias. Our trusted partner, Western Digital – under the leadership of Jackie Jung, our Executive Comittee member – offers clear direction to ensure the results are accurate and relevant. 💯 Cynthia Hutchison | Stephanie Wright | Shree Parikh #USManufacturing #Innovation #Manufacturing #DataCollection #AccurateResults

Despite a culture that embraces failure, many companies are still tied to the outdated – whether that’s legacy systems, standard operating procedures or applications. The steep learning curve of new tech and practices often makes scaling up feel daunting, with fears of failure holding businesses back. However, avoiding progress is actually far riskier in today’s connected world. Operating in silos is no longer sustainable – technology and industry are advancing, and so must we. ⚡️ Cynthia Hutchison | Stephanie Wright | Shree Parikh #USManufacturing #Innovation #Manufacturing #EmbraceFailure #FutureofWork #FutureofTech

Looking back on an incredible day in East Lansing! 📍 Our recent Next Generation Leadership Summit brought together some of the brightest emerging talents of the country – and we were absolutely delighted to meet all of them. Investing in the next generation of leaders is essential to building the future we envision for manufacturing. This mission is at the heart of the US Center’s work: harnessing the power of people and technology to shape a resilient industry. Thank you to everyone who joined us and contributed to such a meaningful gathering! 🙌 To learn more about our leadership initiative, visit our partnership page: 🔗 https://lnkd.in/ginvNf_z Lt. Governor, Garlin Gilchrist II David Souder, Dean of Michigan State University - Eli Broad College of Business Jonathon Husby, CEO, ADAC and Change Champion Jackie Jung, Vice President, Global Operations Strategy and Corporate Sustainability, Western Digital Kelly DiPucchio, Global Manufacturing and Engineering Senior Executive, Formerly GM Liesl Riddle, PhD, Dean of The George Washington University - College of Professional Studies Julia Vander Ploeg, Board Member and Executive Judy (Schmitz) Whipple, Bowersox-Thull Endowed Professor in Logistics and Supply Chain Management, Michigan State University Jeff Place, Vice President Operations Integrated Business Planning, Pratt & Whitney, an RTX company Lauren Dunford, CEO, Guidewheel Ashwini Balasubramanian, President, Automotive Women's Alliance Foundation Alexander Zar, CEO, La La Land Rijul Mahajan, Dashney Women's Leadership Accelerator (DWLA), Michigan State University Abeeha Zaidi, Dashney Women’s Leadership Accelerator, Michigan State University Colleen Andrews, Dashney Women’s Leadership Accelerator, Michigan State University Stacie Nevadomski Berdan, Advisor and Award-Winning Author, SNB Media Cynthia Hutchison | Stephanie Wright | Shree Parikh | Oakland County, Michigan Government | Michigan Economic Development Corporation #USManufacturing #Innovation #Manufacturing #NextGenerationLeadershipSummit #LeadershipSummit #FutureofWork

Many may not realize it, but manufacturing is one of the few industries where you can start from the ground up and build a successful career. It offers a clear path forward, and no matter where you begin, there’s always an opportunity to grow and thrive. This industry continues to offer real, tangible opportunities for advancement and success, and that’s one of the key roles the US Center for Advanced Manufacturing plays. Thank you to Drew Crowe and the MTS - International Manufacturing Technology Show team for putting the US Center in the spotlight! 🙌 #USManufacturing #Innovation #Manufacturing #FutureofWork #FutureofTech #AmericanManufacturing