Mario's Global Beat: Branding in International Markets
From Japan to Italy, conducting business abroad requires flexible thinking, research, and patience. A global sales strategist shares three actions you can take to enhance your branding process in any international market.
International News From the Field: Europe
Today we attempt to assess the European economies and their main challenges – apart from the Ukrainian war zone in Eastern Europe. Two areas of concern have emerged: energy sourcing and maintaining manufacturing levels in the face of changing demand.
International News From the Field: India
India’s industry sector continues its strong showing with a healthy PMI of 54 and GDP growth likely at a robust 8.9%. Automotive, EV, and defense shine as they attract investment and opportunities. For more industry intel and other tidbits, read on.
AMT Special Report: Update From Poland on Aiding Ukraine Refugees
Hubert Sawicki, the AMT representative for Europe, tells how, at the request of friends, he was able to drive hundreds of miles to make contact with three refugees and bring them to Warsaw.
Mario's Global Beat: How To Determine If There’s an International Market for Your Product
From Bangalore to Barcelona, manufacturing technology markets vary in size, needs, and purchase structure. A global sales strategist with 30 years of experience shares three questions to help you separate success from failure.
International News From the Field: India
India’s PMI hit almost 55 as defense, energy, AI, and AM investments and growth strategies expand. The PLI scheme is drawing major investments in microchips, electric scooters, and 5G hardware. For more industry intel and other tidbits, read on.
International News From the Field: Europe
This week we look at the state of the energy and defense industries, two sectors singled out as clearly receiving widespread investments which resulted in opportunities for manufacturing technology. Take a break from the war news in the region and read on.
Updates From Capitol Hill: War Aid, Spending Bills, and Boosting Manufacturing
Plenty is happening in the nation’s capital on the domestic and international fronts. Of course, that’s always the case in election years with lawmakers jockeying for voters’ attention, but the war in Ukraine adds new urgency to many initiatives.
Illinois and Chicago’s Vaccine and Mask Mandates to End Feb. 28, Anticipation Builds for IMTS 2022
The lifting of mask mandates and vaccine requirements in Illinois and Chicago mark a major step toward a more normal environment as plans take shape for IMTS 2022, to be held at Chicago’s McCormick Place, Sept. 12-17.
International News From the Field: India
India’s manufacturing sector remains strong with the manufacturing Purchasing Manager’s Index (PMI) remaining well above 50 since July of last year. The government and the private sector are seeing that it remains that way with massive investments ...