As 2015 approaches it's time to look ahead at emerging trends that will impact 21st century manufacturing around the globe.
The entire supply chain ecosystem — encompassing manufacturers, distributors and retailers — is undergoing a business transformation. This is in response to changing dynamics involving shifting consumer expectations, time to market and intense global competition that is being dictated by the rising Internet and mobile economies.
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