#24 – Inside Out Industry – Happy Thanksgiving!
We all have so much to be thankful for! Sending you and your family a harvest of blessings this Thanksgiving.
#23 – Inside Our Industry – Apprenticeships Continue to Prove Successful in Addressing Skills Gap
Over the past several weeks we have shared articles about the value of vocational education in high schools and the value of community colleges in preparing students for a career in manufacturing. Another tool is the focus of this week’s Inside Our Industry: … Read more
#22 – Inside Our Industry – Why Are Imports Drastically Changing?
Thomas Insights recently posted an analysis of trade data and insights into the future of the manufacturing sector. As the article noted, “Imports fluctuate. The manufacturing industry is well aware of this fact. However, 2020 has taken everyone by surprise. Imports into the … Read more
#21 – Inside Our Industry – Election Day 2020 – Have You Voted Yet?
Election Day 2020 – Have You Voted Yet? We strive to keep our Inside Our Industry ezine focused on the manufacturing industry which is the core of our development business. But, this week, we would like to use this opportunity to encourage everyone … Read more
#20 – Inside Our Industry – Progress and Promise as One Indiana High School Reimagines Manufacturing Education
A couple weeks ago we shared an article on how community colleges can prepare workers for a career in manufacturing. This week we are sharing a great example of how one Indiana high school is doing the same thing. It’s a great story! … Read more
#19 – Inside Our Industry – Electric Vehicles Should be a Win for American Workers
With the increasing production expansion and availability of electric vehicles (EVs), we anticipate many changes in manufacturing processes over the next decade. The Center for American Progress recently posted an extensive report on the expansion of electric vehicles and how federal policies can … Read more
#18 – Inside Our Industry – Community Colleges Have Long Powered the Economy
We have long been proponents of community colleges and especially their role in preparing students for vocational careers. With estimates of some 2.4 million manufacturing jobs going unfilled over the next decade, now is the time to get workers prepared with the necessary … Read more
#17 – Inside Our Industry – What 12,000 Employees Have to Say About the Future of Remote Work
As you may know, we at Agracel have been primarily working remotely since the coronavirus pandemic began in March. A few colleagues come into the office a few hours every day, while others come in a few days each week. Regular company-wide and … Read more
#16 – Inside Our Industry – MFG Day is October 2, 2020
We are excited to see that Manufacturing Day events are continuing to happen this year! If you visit creatorswanted.org you will find hundreds of events occurring all over the United States, and a few internationally. Manufacturing Day is a great way to learn … Read more
#15 – Inside Our Industry – Front Line: Inland Ports Spur Distribution Growth
Inland ports are proving to be invaluable in getting containers of products to their end-users as quickly as possible. Railroads, interstates, and airports are key components that add value to the success of inland ports. We anticipate continued growth of inland ports. Front … Read more