Future-Proofing Manufacturing: A Deep Dive into Global Shifts

01/22/25 • 4 min

Join Max Henry and Casey Tremblay on Unchained as they explore the seismic shifts in global manufacturing practices. This episode delves into the reasons behind companies moving away from the cost-first approach to selecting manufacturing locations, inspired by insights from the recent World Economic Forum and Kearney white paper, "Beyond Cost: Country Readiness for the Future of Manufacturing and Supply Chains." Discover how factors like infrastructure, digital transformation, and sustainability are becoming pivotal in choosing where to produce goods. As the manufacturing landscape evolves, learn how these changes impact global supply chains and what it means for the future.

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