Manufacturers Battle the Skilled Labor Shortage
Advanced Manufacturing Now
Skilled labor shortages continue to top the list of barriers to manufacturing growth. In Episode 2 of Advanced Manufacturing Live, we examined how manufacturers are responding—through apprenticeships, partnerships with educators, veteran hiring initiatives and hands-on training centers.
info_outline
Preparing Tomorrow’s Manufacturers in an AI-Driven Industry
Advanced Manufacturing Now
The SME Media editorial team breaks down the February issue, exploring how AI, automation, apprenticeships, and workforce development are coming together to close manufacturing’s skills gap.
info_outline
WEBINAR : Precision at Risk? Rethinking Your Gage and Tool Management
Advanced Manufacturing Now
Join Deltek for a webinar showcasing the powerful capabilities of the Gage and Tool module in TIPQA, a comprehensive solution designed to streamline tool management and enhance quality assurance across manufacturing operations. In this webinar, you'll learn how TIPQA empowers teams to: Track Tool Usage with Precision: Record tool usage directly against manufacturing and inspection steps for full traceability. Simplify Tool Management: Utilize an intuitive check-in/check-out system to manage tool availability and accountability. Ensure Accuracy and Reliability:...
info_outline
The Importance of Mentorship in Manufacturing
Advanced Manufacturing Now
In recognition of National Mentoring Month, SME Media Editor Rachael Thomas spoke with Nashay Naeve, president of the engineered plastic components business unit at Tsubaki-Nakashima, to learn more about her career journey, uplifting other women in the manufacturing industry and more.
info_outline
Military Veterans Strengthen the Manufacturing Workforce
Advanced Manufacturing Now
America’s manufacturing sector continues to face a critical skilled labor shortage—but one highly capable talent pool often goes overlooked: military veterans. In this episode of Advanced Manufacturing Now, host Rachel Thomas, editor at SME Media, is joined by Michael McConnell, senior editor at SME Media, to discuss his upcoming February feature in Manufacturing Engineering & Technology magazine.
info_outline
On the CES Show Floor: A Conversation with SME's Dr. Brett Conner
Advanced Manufacturing Now
Recorded live at CES 2026 in Las Vegas, this episode features a conversation between SME Media Editor-in-Chief Steve Plumb and SME Chief Manufacturing Officer Dr. Brett Conner on why manufacturing belongs at the world’s biggest technology show.
info_outline
Advanced Manufacturing Live Preview
Advanced Manufacturing Now
In today's special episode, you'll hear the audio version of SME Media's brand new video series, Advanced Manufacturing Live! You can find the video version of this episode on SME Media's social media pages.
info_outline
Manufacturing’s Year in Review (and a Sneak Peek at 2026)
Advanced Manufacturing Now
In this special episode of Advanced Manufacturing Now, the SME Editorial Team reflects on the highlights of 2025 and anticipates the trends and challenges for 2026.
info_outline
WEBINAR : Automate Production & Material Tracking with Intelligent Nesting + ERP Integration
Advanced Manufacturing Now
Let’s eliminate material waste, accelerate production, and break down data silos between the front office and the shop floor. Discover the power of seamless integration by joining us in an exclusive co-hosted webinar with QBuild and ECI where they’ll discuss how integrating your nesting software with your ERP system can revolutionize your fabrication processes. In the session, you’ll see how this powerful integration can help: Supercharge Production Speed: Automate the nesting process and eliminate manual data entry, leading to faster job starts and reduced lead...
info_outline
CES 2026 Preview: Gary Shapiro on AI, Manufacturing Innovation & the Future of Technology
Advanced Manufacturing Now
In this episode of Advanced Manufacturing Now, Editor-in-Chief Steve Plumb sits down with Gary Shapiro, CEO and Vice Chair of the Consumer Technology Association (CTA), to preview CES 2026, taking place January 6–9 in Las Vegas.
info_outlineIn this episode of Advanced Manufacturing Now, host David Mueller speaks with Greg Davidson, aviation specialty manager at Castrol, about the critical role of aviation specialty products in manufacturing. They discuss the importance of testing and certification processes for aviation fluids, the challenges faced in the industry, and the trends shaping the future of aviation, including electrification and new technologies.