Great Question: A Manufacturing Podcast Events that Reshaped Manufacturing over the Past 25 Years
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Sep 11, 2025 The podcast dives into 25 years of transformative events in manufacturing. It highlights the impact of 9/11, the 2008 economic crisis, and COVID-19 on the industry. Discover how globalization and recent supply chain challenges have reshaped manufacturing dynamics. The discussion also covers the rise of Industry 4.0, marked by advancements like 3D printing and EtherCAT technology. Strikes and union movements are examined against the backdrop of evolving workforce perceptions, creating a rich tapestry of how the sector adapts and thrives.
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Globalization Then Backlash
- Globalization peaked then partially reversed as national security and trade concerns pushed reshoring and tariffs.
- Policy shifts and economic events like the Great Recession and tariffs reshaped manufacturing location decisions.
Tesla Got Its Break From A Plant Deal
- Elon Musk acquired a GM/Toyota plant after the Great Recession when Toyota agreed to sell the facility.
- That deal helped Tesla scale from garage production to mass manufacturing.
Maritime Bottlenecks Revealed Supply Fragility
- Recent maritime disruptions exposed deep fragility in global supply chains.
- Companies must design flexible logistics strategies because old single-path models no longer suffice.