There is an urgent need for the U.S. to revitalize its manufacturing sector to stay globally competitive. The formation of the Smart Manufacturing Executive Council (SMEC) aims to drive this transformation by promoting Smart Manufacturing, which integrates digital and physical processes for enhanced productivity and innovation. Despite the potential of Industry 4.0, many manufacturers struggle with effective implementation. The SMEC, supported by CESMII and SME is focused on developing an inclusive strategy to ensure all manufacturers, especially small and medium enterprises, can access and benefit from Smart Manufacturing. This approach is essential for fostering sustainable economic growth, creating stable jobs, and maintaining the U.S.'s leadership in manufacturing. 🌍🇺🇸 Learn more about our vision and strategies by downloading the SMEC Point of View document here: https://hubs.li/Q02yfzXF0 📄 #Manufacturing #Industry40 #Innovation #SmartManufacturing #EconomicGrowth #SMEs #USLeadership
This is one of my favorite initiatives! Very excited for the what this group comes up with to help advance manufacturing 😀
Thank you to the SMEC for your insights and point of view: Kelly Aronson - Andersen Corporation Antoine Dhennin - ArcelorMittal Larry Megan - Baldwin Richardson Foods Alpen Patel - Caterpillar Venu Pillai - Corning Incorporated David Krivan - Dana Incorporated Craig Sutton - Eaton Habib Quazi - Exxon Mobil Scott King - Ford Motor Company Mike Bastian - Ford Motor Company Lisa Zasada - General Mills Jeffrey Abell - General Motors Jon Hobgood - Honeywell Steve Glor - Idexx Ken Creasy - Invio Automation Maria Carolina Araujo, PMP - Johnson & Johnson Anthony Huffman - Koch Industries Audrey St.Onge St. Onge - Lallemand Baking Solutions Matthew Laing - Eli Lilly and Company Jesus Flores-Cerrillo - Linde Christopher Micena - Nestlé Purina Donald McCartney - Oshkosh Corporation Brian Perlstein - Owens Corning Jeff Kent - Procter & Gamble Rick Van Dyke - Pepsico Mike Tomasco - Pfizer Kelly Dodds - Raytheon Technologies Brendan Mullins - ResMed John McKenzie - Stellantis David Hinkler - Thermo Fisher Scientific Trever White - Toyota Motor Corporation Rachelle Howard - Vertex Pharmaceuticals