July 23, 2020
At the forefront of advanced manufacturing is 3D printing. According to International Data Corporation. (IDC), by 2022 worldwide 3D printing spending is expected to hit close to $37.4bn. Through its ability to produce personalised products, shorten supply chains and promote sustainable practices, 3D printing is leading the charge of advanced manufacturing through the Fourth Industrial Revolution, a new era for our industry marked by the blending of digital and physical worlds. Custom creation Constant feedback loops, incorporating consumer comments into product design, have raised the expectation for products and services that are designed for segments of one; treating customers as an individual rather than as similar segments. No longer can businesses be ignorant of customer preferences and apply a broad-brush approach to achieve success. Rather, businesses must lean into…