![]() | The New Industrial Revolution Subjects: Industrialization -- History -- 21st century; Manufacturing industries -- Technological innovations; Consumption (Economics) -- Social aspects; Consumers’ preferences; Globalization -- Economic aspects; The world is on the cusp of a manufacturing revolution, with open opportunities for those who understand what is driving the change The driving forces that influence what types of goods are made and who makes them are little understood, Marsh observes. He discusses the key changes in what is happening in manufacturing today, including advances in technology, a greater focus on tailor-made goods aimed at specific individuals and industry users, participation of many more countries in world manufacturing, and the growing importance of sustainable forms of production. With broad historical sweep and dozens of engaging examples, Marsh explains these changes and their import both for consumers making purchase choices and for manufacturers assessing how to participate successfully in the new industrial era. Peter Marsh is a journalist who reports on developments in manufacturing-related industries for the Financial Times . He received the U.K. Business Journalist of the Year Award in the manufacturing category in 2002. He lives in London. |
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