SME is monitoring COVID-19 as it evolves, paying close attention to the latest guidance provided by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (the CDC) and the World Health Organization (WHO). Follow SME Media for up-to-date news and stories tracking the manufacturing industry and the response to COVID-19.
COVID-19: Manufacturing News and Resources

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Manufacturing Management
Manufacturers Committed to Vaccinations
November 4, 2021The National Association of Manufacturers said manufacturers "continue to be committed to promoting vaccination and keeping our teams, customers and communities safe and healthy." -
Workforce Development
How COVID-19 is Reshaping the Workplace
October 18, 2021We can be proud of how companies have remained resilient throughout the pandemic. That resiliency will be further challenged. -
Manufacturing Management
CMTS Explores Challenges, Opportunities of Manufacturing
October 8, 2021The 2021 edition of CMTS examined the challenges and opportunities for Canadian manufacturers. -
Manufacturing Management
Advancing Industry 4.0 in a Pandemic
September 9, 2021The president of Eaton's Vehicle Group describes how the company accelerated its use of Industry 4.0 during the COVID-19 pandemic. -
Expert Opinion
COVID-19 Drives Industry 4.0 — and Reshoring
August 30, 2021Resiliency concerns revealed by the COVID-19 pandemic are driving both reshoring and digital transformation.
SME UPDATE: CORONAVIRUS
Click here to read SME's communication on COVID-19.
COVID-19 Resources
Help Fund Online Manufacturing Education
“Stay at home” mandates have upended the educational experience for high school students across the country. Learn how the SME Education Foundation is taking action to ensure that thousands of career and technical education students at high schools across the country have access to online manufacturing education.