Future-Proof or Fall Behind: What It Takes to Keep Manufacturing Competitive
- S1E4
- 19:11
- October 28th 2025
In this episode of ManpowerGroup's Workforce Intelligence Lab podcast, our host Rebekah Kowalski explores critical topics in modern manufacturing with Liz Stuck and Berardino Baratta from MXD (Manufacturing Times Digital). They discuss the value of resources like the EV hiring guide, the impact of digital and cybersecurity advancements on U.S. manufacturing, and the critical need of upskilling the workforce. With over 2 million manufacturing jobs needing to be filled by 2030, the conversation highlights the importance of continuous learning, agility, and equitable workforce strategies to keep the US manufacturing sector competitive.
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#MxDLearn #Workforce #Manufacturing #New Technologies
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
02:19 Addressing the Manufacturing Skills Gap
05:41 Exploring Electronic Vehicles (EV) in Manufacturing
10:33 Adapting to New Technologies and Continuous Learning
16:34 Closing Thoughts: Moving Technology and Workforce Together
Work Intelligence Lab
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