Industrial Engineering: Research Guide

President Trump’s Day 1 actions, including executive orders on immigration, energy, and regulatory overreach, signals his commitment to his campaign pledges. At MFG 2025, explore the president’s priorities impacting manufacturing and how to navigate them.

President Donald Trump takes office backed by a Republican-controlled Congress eager to execute his "America First" agenda.

Could reshoring reduce the risk of retaliatory tariffs from China and mitigate geopolitical risks? Explore how U.S. manufacturers can enhance supply chain resilience, safeguard against global conflicts, and capitalize on new business opportunities.

Can tariffs safeguard American jobs, combat foreign competition, and boost U.S. manufacturing? The incoming president is bringing this hot topic back into political focus. So, what do tariffs mean, are they truly beneficial, and what's AMT's stance?

Can tariffs safeguard American jobs, combat foreign competition, and boost U.S. manufacturing? The incoming president is bringing this hot topic back into political focus. So, what do tariffs mean, are they truly beneficial, and what's AMT's stance?

On September 5, 2024, the U.S. Department of Commerce's Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) published an interim final rule implementing export controls on critical and emerging technologies that align with the regulations of U.S. allies.

Sumitomo Drive Technologies received the 2024 National Metalworking Reshoring Award. The award was given in recognition of their success in bringing manufacturing to the United States through foreign direct investment and to Mexico via nearshoring.

The Reshoring Initiative's 2023 report highlights a robust trend in U.S. manufacturing, with 287,000 jobs announced, driven by essential goods, strategic policies, and responses to global events.

Gain fresh ideas for a more efficient and connected supply chain that boosts profitability. Learn practical strategies from industry leaders at the IMTS 2024 Supply Chain Forum taking place on Wed., Sept. 11.

Is it a good time to make things in the USA? Gather insights on semiconductor manufacturing, reshoring, and tech advancements, uncovering essential strategies for growth and opportunity.

The concept of sustainable manufacturing is rooted in the production of manufactured products through economically-sound processes that minimize waste, with consideration of the three ESG pillars: environment, social and governance.

Manufacturers face a shortage of 3.8 million workers by 2033, costing $1 trillion in 2030. This skills crisis necessitates rethinking education and workforce alignment and shifting toward skills-based hiring and diverse talent pools for future success.

Recently, the Biden Administration announced several science and technology initiatives centered on key digital technologies and manufacturing. Get the latest updates on how digital twin, AI, semiconductor manufacturing, and EV production will be affected.

U.S. reshoring flourishes amidst China's economic downturn and decreasing exports, driving a geopolitical trade shift. Insights reveal economic trends, industrial policy, and future projections.

With new advanced technologies and materials in development, product engineers will have more options to design durable parts that serve a dual purpose: lower cost over time and less waste in landfills.

Industry-wide recycling and reclamation have the potential to conserve resources and reduce production costs. Some new initiatives are underway to offer guidance.

As global dynamics evolve, a transition to productivism prioritizes local investment. U.S. defense strategy and strategic policy development foster resilient supply chains as reshoring trends see economic benefits. Learn how this affects your business.

President Biden’s recent State of the Union address and Fiscal Year 2025 budget proposal signal potential tax hikes. What are the implications for manufacturing competitiveness and economic strategy?

How much do you know about where your materials come from? When choosing a more environmentally friendly material, that designation starts when raw components are pulled from the ground. Learn more about sourcing materials with sustainability in mind.

Last fall, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency issued two rules relating to toxic substances that significantly impact manufacturers and suppliers. Learn about these guidelines affecting PIP (3:1) and PFAS – and how they affect your business.

What specific factors are strengthening manufacturing and reducing U.S. reliance on imports? Harry Moser, founder and president of the Reshoring Initiative examines the reasons.

Reshoring and foreign direct investment (FDI) in manufacturing job announcements are continuing at a record pace, adding 101,500 jobs in the first quarter of 2023.

Hobson & Motzer, a Connecticut based precision machining and assembly contract manufacturer specializing in the medical device industry received the 2023 National Metalworking Reshoring Award.

It’s been a rough year in Washington. Partisan divisiveness and party infighting obstructed real legislative work, while domestic and geopolitical unrest necessitated action. Here’s a review of what happened and what’s ahead that will impact manufacturing.

The Reshoring Initiative*, in conjunction with the PMA, AMT, NTMA, and SME is looking to recognize companies for successful reshoring projects.

AMT Vice President for Advocacy Amber Thomas reviews activity on Capitol Hill and her work with a bipartisan group to reverse changes enacted as part of the Tax Cuts and Job Act that hamper manufacturing innovation and competitiveness.

Sustainability is not a one-time goal or short-term program that can be forgotten once accomplished. Sustainability is continuous improvement exemplified.

Take a look at the many advances in alternative energies, sustainable supply chains, carbon capture and sequestration, and more that are powered by manufacturing technology.

Sustainability is not merely a trend or buzzword but a necessary shift in how we interact with our planet’s resources.

Given the trends seen in the first half of 2023, the energy sector is likely to remain an important customer for manufacturing technology.