Automation is poised to lead us out of the crisis, and empower people – here is how

As we prepare to enter the second half of 2020 and attempt to reopen the economy after its global prophylactic shutdown in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, manufacturers across the globe are currently confronting grave challenges to their supply chains and operating models. Industries such as automobile, semiconductors, electronics, heavy metals and machine manufacturing are facing severe obstacles to source raw materials as well as to bring back their workforces in a safe and socially distanced way.  The National Association of Manufacturers is forecasting supply chain disruption well into the reopening, as it takes time for raw material production to…...