Mobility in Manufacturing
Manufacturers are being pressured by customers, suppliers and competitors to do more, do it better and do it with less. To enter new markets, reduce costs and grow revenue, many manufacturers are embarking on joint ventures, mergers and acquisitions, strategic alliances and outsourcing to expand their global footprint. As a result, some companies have as many assets in foreign countries as they do in their domestic market. The firms that succeed know that innovations in manufacturing capability and reach must be matched with improvements in business processes. To sustain their competitive advantage and increase value for shareholders, customers, suppliers, partners and employees, manufacturers must stay on top of industry trends.