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The global supply chain is once again facing disruption as the U.S. implements new tariffs on imports from key trade partners. The latest policies introduce a 25% tariff on goods from Canada and Mexico, with a 10% tariff on Chinese imports, impacting manufacturers across multiple industries. While the Canada-Mexico tariffs have been postponed for 30 days, uncertainty remains about their final implementation. For manufacturers relying on intermediate parts, raw…

As the manufacturing industry continues to adapt to changing economic policies, businesses must stay ahead of key tax and trade adjustments that directly impact their bottom line. Two major areas of focus for 2025 are the proposed reinstatement of 100% bonus depreciation and the revamping of R&D tax treatment—both of which could significantly influence how manufacturers manage capital investments and innovation spending. Understanding these changes is essential for optimizing…

The AI revolution is well underway, and it’s not just a one-company show. Platforms like Deepseek AI aren’t just making headlines for what they can do—they represent something bigger: the growing wave of competition and innovation driving AI adoption across industries. The more players entering the AI space, the faster businesses can unlock its potential, and that’s where the magic really happens. This isn’t about one platform dominating the…

By Lynn McMahon, Pipitone A crisis can impact any organization at any time, and in today’s digital age, the chances of a crisis occurring are greater than ever. Just ask Brunswick Corporation. On June 13, 2023, a cyber-attack compromised the personal information of both employees and customers at Brunswick, costing the boating manufacturing giant $85 million and forcing a nine- day shutdown – a devastating blow to the firm’s…

Common business and technology investment trends are highlighted calling out 26 use cases that will be shaping U.S. manufacturers in 2025. In the U.S. manufacturing sector, small and medium-sized manufacturers (SMMs) will continue to be scrapy and leverage and investments in new technologies, exploring growth through mergers and acquisitions (M&A), enhancing cybersecurity, adopting digital marketing strategies and spending more on advanced training, and optimizing product development. These investments will…