supply chain Archives

Dose by Design: 3D Printing, R&D Tax Credits, and the Future of Personalized Drugs

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi examine how 3D printing and domestic production strategies are revolutionizing drug manufacturing and paving the way for a resilient, patient-centered pharmaceutical future.

46% Tariff, 100% Innovation: Vietnam’s Response to Rising Trade Tensions

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi discuss how Global companies in Vietnam are turning to 3D printing and R&D tax credits to offset new tariffs and stay ahead in the manufacturing game.

Unlocking Value: Why Private Equity Must Embrace 3D Printing Innovation

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi investigate how major private equity firms like BlackRock, KKR, and Carlyle can leverage 3D printing technology to enhance supply chains, cut costs, and improve product innovation.

From Titanium to Tech: ATI’s Role in the Future of Additive Manufacturing

Charles R. Goulding and Peter Saenz explore how ATI’s strategic focus on metallurgy and additive manufacturing positions it at the forefront of nuclear energy revival, defense innovation, and sustainable supply chain solutions.

3D Printing to the Rescue: A Game-Changer for Disaster Recovery and Rebuilding

Charles R. Goulding and Kellen Coleman propose how 3D printing is revolutionizing disaster recovery by accelerating rebuilding efforts, reducing costs, and enhancing sustainability in the face of increasing natural disasters.

Tariffs and Bicycles: Making Things More “Agile” With Domestic 3D Printing

Peter Saenz investigates the transformative forces of tariffs, advanced manufacturing, and supply chain transparency, revealing how they could drive a new era of U.S. bicycle production.

The Pentagon’s Secret Weapon: 3D Printing and Its Role in National Security

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi explore how 3D printing is revolutionizing U.S. defense manufacturing, reducing reliance on Chinese imports, and unlocking new opportunities for innovation and security.

Toying with Change: How 3D Printing is Shaping the Future of Play

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi discuss how U.S. toy companies are redesigning strategies, diversifying supply chains, and embracing 3D printing to overcome economic uncertainties.

From Tariffs to Innovation: The US$1.33 Billion Merger Transforming PPE

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi explain how the transformative Honeywell-PIP merger leverages 3D printing to tackle supply chain challenges, drive innovation, and lead the PPE industry into the future.

Baker Hughes Bets Big on 3D Printing for an Efficient, Sustainable Future

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi drill into Baker Hughes’ transformative use of 3D printing, highlighting its strategic partnerships and impact on the energy sector.

Supply Chain Disruptions Continue To Push Manufacturers Towards 3D Printing Solutions

Recent events are slowly pushing manufacturers towards increased 3D printing.

Creality Delays K2 3D Printer Shipments

Creality is delaying the deliveries of their latest flagship 3D printer, the K2.

Soaring Through Supply Chain Woes: Airbus’s 3D Printing Revolution

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi explore how Airbus is navigating supply chain challenges and leveraging 3D printing technology to maintain its leadership in the aerospace industry.

New Trade Policies: Unleashing the Potential of 3D Printing in the U.S.

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi discover how the latest U.S. tariff policies are driving innovation and growth in the 3D printing industry, reshaping the future of American manufacturing.

From Factory to Front Door: 3D Printing’s Impact on the Logistics Industry

Charles R. Goulding and Andressa Bonafe explore how 3D printing is reshaping the logistics industry by enabling localized production, creating new supply chain opportunities, and optimizing last-mile delivery.

India-EFTA Trade Deal Boosts 3D Printing Revolution

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi explore how the groundbreaking trade deal between India and the EFTA nations is set to revolutionize multiple industries through the strategic implementation of 3D printing technology.

The Role of 3D Printing in Transforming the EU Defense Industry Amidst the Ukraine War

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi discuss how the Ukraine war is transforming the EU defense industry, driving a surge in 3D printing adoption for rapid prototyping and on-demand production.

HEICO and Wencor: A New Era in Spare Parts and 3D Printing for Aviation

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi discusses HEICO’s record-breaking sales, strategic Wencor acquisition, and innovative advancements in PMA spare parts and 3D printing within the aviation industry.

Stockpiling to Avoid Shortages: How 3D Printing Can Safeguard Against Future Crises

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi discuss how strategic stockpiling and 3D printing can address critical shortages, highlighting lessons from recent U.S. supply chain disruptions.

Navigating Supply Chain Disruptions: Leveraging 3D Printing for Global Resilience

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi consider 3D printing as a potential solution amid ongoing global supply chain disruptions.

Can Additive Manufacturing Fix the Supply Chain?

These four benefits of 3D printing should appeal to any engineer struggling with supply chain woes.

Leading Truck Makers Unite for Largest U.S. Commercial Vehicle EV Battery Plant

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi anticipate a surge in electric truck production and how additive manufacturing can assist design and test new fleets more cost-effectively.

Printing a Safer Future: The Role of 3D Printing in Overhauling U.S. Port Cranes

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi discuss how investment in U.S.-manufactured cranes can be supported by 3D printing.

From Blueprint to Build: QXO’s Visionary Approach with 3D Printing

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi discuss Brad Jacobs’ new venture and how 3D printing can be used in the modernization of the construction supply sector.

How 3D Printing Companies Can Confront and Overcome Poly Risks

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi examine what Poly Risks mean for the 3D printing industry.

3D Printing Revolution in Defense: Enhancing Weaponry in Two Global Conflicts

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi discuss how 3D printing advancements are aiding the US and its allies in addressing conflicts by enabling rapid and innovative production of military equipment.

Manufacturing Supercycle Unleashed: How Foreign Investments and Legislative Acts Are Redefining US Industry

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi discuss the potential for additive manufacturing’s role in a manufacturing renaissance.

Survey Highlights Growing Interest in Onshoring and 3D Printing for Manufacturing

Marforged issued the results of a survey examining public feelings around use of 3D printing for manufacturing.

2022: A Look At The Top 10 3D Printing Developments

Charles R. Goulding and Valentina Alzate countdown their top ten 3D print developments for 2022.

We Do Need Those Stinkin’ Badges!

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi wonder why Ford didn’t use 3D printing to resolve a recent supply chain issue.

The Additive Manufacturing Coalition Webinar and 3D Printing

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi review a webinar from the Additive Manufacturing Coalition.

AM Apocalypse? What Happens When Shipping Costs Drop?

I’ve been doing some thinking about what might unfold in the next year or so.

Could 3D Print Materials Costs Drop?

Recent events in the plastics industry suggest that we could see drops in pricing for 3D printer materials — or not.

Airbus and 3D Printing Market Share Opportunities

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at how Airbus is leveraging 3D printing to overcome supply chain challenges.

More Price Shifting in 3D Printing Materials

With supply chains broken and shipping costs soaring, more companies are altering their pricing in the 3D print space.

Roboze Introduces PRO Series of High Temperature 3D Printers

Roboze has two new 3D printers in their catalog: the One PRO and Plus PRO.

3D Printing Price Increases Continue to Appear

Another 3D print company announces significant price increases, perhaps with a secret agenda.

Wither Makergear? Long Time 3D Printer Manufacturer on the Ropes

Things aren’t looking good for Makergear, one of the original desktop 3D printer companies.

Prusa Indeed Raises 3D Printer Prices

After an announcement last week, Prusa Research has indeed raised prices on their most popular 3D printers.

Prusa To Raise 3D Printer Pricing

Prusa Research has announced price increases for certain 3D printers.

KB Home Supply Chain and 3D Printing

Charles R. Goulding and Ryan Donley notice a mainstream publication directly suggest use of 3D printing for industry.

Biden Boosts Additive Manufacturing, But Will It Work?

What is “AM Forward” all about and will it work?

150 ATV Retailers vs Polaris and 3D Printing

Charles R. Goulding & Ryan Donley look at the supply chain challenges of Polaris, and how 3D printing could help.

Automation Is Making Onshoring Cool Again

Technical advances and the decreasing cost of automation are offsetting the advantages of offshoring.

3D Printing and the Overhead Garage Door Shortage

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi propose a 3D printing solution to the garage door supply chain problem.

Supply Chain Woes? 3D Printers Could Save the Day

Additive manufacturing has increased its ROI by becoming a go-to work-around for supply chain challenges.

The U.S. Army and 3D Printing

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at how 3D printing technology has affected military supply chains.

Pedego, Cycling, and 3D Printing

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at the challenge and opportunities facing bicycle manufacturers.

Restructuring Asian Toy Supply Chains

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi suggest more use of 3D printing for toy manufacturing could be considered.

Lippert, the Boat and RV Replacement Parts Business, and 3D Printing

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at how Lippert Components is using 3D printing.

Book of the Week: A Practical Introduction to Supply Chain

This week’s selection is “A Practical Introduction to Supply Chain” by David Pheasey.

Construction Supply Chains and Growing 3D Printing Markets

Charles Goulding and Joseph Castine look at how 3D printing technology might alleviate some of the current construction procurement challenges.

Levi Strauss, the Supply Chain, and 3D Printing

Charles R. Goulding and Harry Foxman look at how the pandemic could encourage fashion makers to use more 3D printing technology.

The Solution to the Budget Appliance Shortage: Product Mix and 3D Printing

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at the possibilities and risks of using 3D printing to overcome supply chain challenges.

Incorporating Additive Manufacturing Into Supply Chains

Much has been said about using additive manufacturing to alleviate problems in supply chains, but how do you do so?

Vietnam, 3D Printing and Supply Chain Challenges

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at the coronavirus situation in Vietnam and how it has affected supply chains.

It Is Time For Coordinated Action In Our Community

I dreaded the release of the latest IPCC report this week, although it was clear long ago what would be in it.

Authentise Leads Team Studying the Feasibility of Digital Supply Chains

Authentise revealed it is working on a feasibility study on digital supply chains.

Polaris Part Challenges And 3D Printing

Charles R. Goulding and Ryan Donley consider the use of digital inventory in automotive manufacture as industrial 3D printing picks up steam.

Whirlpool, Supply Chain, And 3D Printing

Charles R. Goulding examines how Whirlpool’s use of 3D printing for parts on demand might expand across appliance suppliers.

3D Printing: Helping Just-In-Time Be On Time

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi consider how 3D printing can contribute to the evolution of just-in-time inventory strategies.

New Generation Supply Chain Management and 3D Printing

3D printing technology is evolving so fast that university supply chain programs and manufacturing supply chain departments need to have regular 3D printing continuing education.

Positive Demand Shock and 3D Printing

In March of 2020, the global economy experienced a negative demand shock.

3D Printing Disrupts The Furniture Industry

Charles Goulding Jr. considers where 3D printing sits in the future of furniture supply chain.

WAZP And The Power Of The Digital Supply Chain

I had the opportunity to get to know WAZP and the big 3D printing and digitization ideas arising from this small Irish company.

How AM Is Helping CNH Steer A Stronger Supply Chain Strategy

Additive manufacturing is becoming a key part of supply chain strategy.

The Coming Parts Catastrophe In 3D Printing

There could be a great deal of unexpected problems in coming months for 3D printer manufacturers.

3D Printed Supply Chains Of The Future

I’m reading a fascinating piece on how supply chains are evolving towards a new world of 3D printing.

The Texan Freeze And 3D Printing Plastics Supply Disruption

Among the many enduring repercussions of last month’s disastrous winter storm in Texas is a plastics supply chain shortage that could impact filament raw suppliers.

Jared Bernstein And MEPs Manufacturing Role

Charles R. Goulding and Randall Rothbort dig further into 3D printing implications of Biden’s “Buy American” program and Manufacturing Extension Partnerships.

Supply Chain Constraints And 3D Printing

Charles R. Goulding and Ryan Donley consider how 3D printing can help overcome large companies’ supply chain woes.

President Biden’s “Buy American” Executive Order And 3D Printing

Charles R. Goulding and Randy Rothbort examine 3D printing implications of the U.S. government-backed “Buy American” strategy.

Phrozen Tweaks Resin 3D Printer Prices

Taiwan-based resin 3D printer manufacturer Phrozen adjusted the pricing on their product line, but in an unusual way.

To Taiwan From China: Reshoring And 3D Printing

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi consider 3D printing in Taiwan’s return to domestic supply chain focus.

E3D-Online Resumes Hemera Extruder Production

E3D-Online announced a resumption of production for their advanced Hemera 3D printer extruder.

Transportation Moving Away From Carbon With 3D Printing

Charles Goulding Jr. examines how 3D printing fits into critical plans to reduce carbon emissions in the transportation sector.

Shapeways CEO Talks 2021 Trends In 3D Printing

As 2020 finally winds down, I sat down for a chat with Greg Kress, CEO of Shapeways, for a chat about the trends that will shape 3D printing in 2021.

U.S. Supply Chain Bottlenecks And 3D Printing

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi consider further solutions 3D printing can offer to major supply chains in the face of ongoing disruption.

Offsetting The Carbon Footprint Of On-Demand Manufacturing

One of the most-touted benefits of digital manufacturing is the ability to enhance sustainability efforts; a leading on-demand manufacturing company is upping its efforts to offset customers’ carbon footprint.

Scotland Targets Boeing Supply Chain

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi take a look at Scotland’s interesting moves in aerospace supply chain and potential impact on global 3D printing activity.

3D Hubs Announces Logistics Centers

3D Hubs announced the creation of not one, but two new logistics centers located in the USA and Europe.

Experts Weigh In On 3D Printing In New Supply Chain: Digital Manufacturing & Decentralization

Experts from MakerBot, CONTEXT, and Mobility goes Additive address questions of 3D printing in supply chains based on remote work and distributed manufacturing.

Vietnam: Strong Economy Supply Chain Alternative And 3D Printing

Charles R. Goulding and Ryan Donley explore the rising use of 3D printing in Vietnam and impact on global supply chains.

Eight Ways 3D Printing Can Help Manufacturing

With the recent spotlight on 3D printing as a result of the pandemic’s bump on supply chains, I listed some ways the technology can help manufacturers.

3D Printing And Supply Chain Preparedness

If the COVID-19 pandemic has taught us anything, it’s that supply chains can be disrupted suddenly and without any indication of how long the interruption will last.

Reimagining The Supply Chain With Large-Format 3D Printing

As the global supply chain is focusing on transitioning for better agility, large-format 3D printing from BigRep offers a few interesting ways to integrate advanced manufacturing throughout operations.

A Walk Through Fictiv’s Manufacturing Survey Shows Significant Change Underway

Fictiv released their annual “State of Manufacturing” report, and there are some notable changes from previous years’ reports.

Jabil, COVID-19, And The Value Proposition Of 3D Printing In 2020

Jabil is uniquely situated to address both stop-gap and long-term supply chain needs relating to pandemic response, as a recent conversation highlights.