Creating New Value at Toyota February 25, 2016 I traveled to Toyota headquarters in Japan with Jeff Liker for a research project. We wanted to learn more about the engineering and collaboration that created the Toyota New Global Architecture (TNGA), the strategy and innovation behind hydrogen vehicles, and how they had adapted and improved their development system to meet the increasing demands of the ultra-competitive global auto industry.
Reaching, Attracting and Engaging Rising Talent February 11, 2019 The growing skills gap is causing trepidation among manufacturers and the lack of millennials building careers within the industry is part of the concern.
Mastercam Blends New Technology, Support and Beta Testing to Improve CAM Performance March 8, 2019 In 2018, CNC Software Inc., Tolland, Conn., reached several milestones: its 35th anniversary as a company, 250,000th installation, a new user website and the introduction of Mastercam 2019.
Robot Company Creates Industry 4.0-Friendly Software August 2, 2019 FANUC has made real one of the promises of Industry 4.0, that of predictive maintenance for factory equipment, with its Zero Down Time IoT solution. ZDT can be applied to any of FANUC’s robotic arms and their peripherals.
GM Quarterly Profit Falls on Supply Chain Disruptions July 26, 2022 General Motors Co. said today its second-quarter profit fell on supply chain disruptions caused by an ongoing shortage of semiconductors.
Boeing Quarterly Earnings Slide July 27, 2022 Boeing Co. today reported lower quarterly earnings partly because of its defense business.
Machine Tool Orders Slip in July September 12, 2022 Orders for machine tools declined in July as some transportation industries pared orders, according to AMT – The Association for Manufacturing Technology.
Stratasys Chief Upbeat on Additive’s Prospects September 13, 2022 The head of 3D printing company Stratasys Ltd. today expressed optimism about his industry’s long-term prospects.
Novelis Dedicates Michigan Customer Center September 15, 2022 Aluminum producer Novelis today formally dedicated its customer solution center in southeastern Michigan.
Navigating an Uncertain Future October 3, 2022 The auto industry moves to an EV future while grappling with a problem-filled present.