The Manufacturing Executive
The Manufacturing Executive
Joe Sullivan
Lessons from China: Competing on Innovation, Energy and Agility w/ Drew Allen
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Is American manufacturing falling behind?
In this episode, Drew Allen, CEO of Grace Technologies, warns that the rise of advanced manufacturing in China is creating urgency.
From extensive investments in solar and nuclear power to the expansive rise of dark factories, China’s manufacturing facilities are running faster and smarter.
We'll talk about why upgrading our energy infrastructure, embracing relentless factory iteration, and building anti-fragile, highly adaptable teams are vital for keeping pace with China, and for future-proofing the US manufacturing economy.