AI, Industry 5.0, biomanufacturing, and more stand at the forefront of innovation. Although some see these concepts as overly ambitious and others want even loftier goals, most agree on one thing: New ideas are the way forward. In this edition, we take a broad view of the manufacturing sector by examining ideas, policies, and trends that are new, old, and re-emerging. As you explore this content, let it encourage you to think not only about what’s in the near term, but also the ever-closer future.
— Jennifer Ramsay