Machines, materials, and software innovations are sparking a renewed interest in additive manufacturing—and all companies should be paying attention, especially as on-demand and customized products made to individual specifications become the norm. With its unparalleled ability to increase speed-to-market, lower costs, reduce waste, and customize specialty parts, 3D printing is changing the way we make products and is accelerating the circular economy, linking material, design, and production in a continuous and sustainable loop.
Industry leaders can pave the way for successful integration of additive manufacturing by investing in R&D, strategically incorporating 3D printing into their supply chains, and prioritizing talent development through targeted training programs. These recommendations set the stage for embracing the transformative potential of additive manufacturing within the manufacturing sector.
Investing in Research and Development
Industry leaders should prioritize substantial investments in research and development to explore and refine the applications of additive manufacturing within their specific production processes. This involves not only adopting existing 3D printing technologies, but actively contributing to the advancement of these technologies.
Read the full recommendations for industry section in our Integr8 Playbook on additive manufacturing here.
