By Lisa Anderson In the second half of 2024, manufacturers in the U.S. and Mexico were in contraction according to PMI readings while Canada showed continual expansion. The Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) is based on a survey of private sector executives and measures the health of the economy. Canada has scored in expansion territory (greater […]
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The National Association of Manufacturers announced that Johnson & Johnson Executive Vice President and Chief Technical Operations & Risk Officer Kathy Wengel, as well as Rockwell Automation Chairman and CEO Blake Moret, will once again serve as board chair and vice chair, respectively.
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Canada, Mexico and China PMI readings slip based on global trade policy concerns The U.S. manufacturing sector showed signs of recovery in January, marking its first expansion after 26 consecutive months of decline, according to the latest Manufacturing ISM Report On Business. Supply chain executives reported stronger demand, improving production levels and stable employment conditions, […]
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2024-2025 gia Winners to be Honored at The Inspired Home Show in Chicago Excellence in housewares retailing will be an important focus at The Inspired Home Show 2025 in Chicago as the world’s most innovative and creative home and housewares retailers are honored at the 25th annual IHA Global Innovation Awards (gia) program.
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ISSA Scholars, an ISSA Charities signature program, has opened its scholarship applications for the 2025-2026 academic year. Employees of all ISSA member companies and their families are encouraged to apply now through April 21, 2025.
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Brush manufacturers seeking cutting-edge efficiency and precision can now turn to Borghi’s STAR R31, a revolutionary three-station carousel tufting machine engineered to optimize production. Designed for seamless operation, the STAR R31 integrates advanced technology to enhance speed, accuracy, and versatility in brush manufacturing.
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Portfolio Includes Communications and Public Affairs The National Association of Manufacturers (NAM) announced the addition of former Transportation Security Administration Assistant Administrator for Strategic Communications and Public Affairs Alexa Lopez as the NAM’s vice president of communications and public affairs, a newly created position designed to build on the NAM’s strategic outreach and advocacy efforts.
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Manufacturing has long been a cornerstone of the U.S. economy, contributing $2.91 trillion to GDP and employing over 13 million people across more than 244,000 firms as of 2024. However, this thriving industry faces a significant challenge: finding skilled workers to fill critical roles. With 481,000 manufacturing job openings reported in September 2024 and 3.8 […]
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When The Inspired Home Show opens in just six weeks, attendees will be greeted by over 1,600 exhibitors including more than 250 new and returning exhibitors and a diverse array of long-time market leaders, up-and-coming companies and entrepreneurs. The Show brings the home and housewares industry together in a dynamic environment to explore new products, […]
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Global Shop Solutions, a leading provider of ERP software for manufacturers worldwide, is honored to celebrate the 20-year anniversary of Greg Bean, Director of Data Analysis, who leads a team that helps manufacturers quickly resolve advanced and specialized ERP data analysis questions.
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