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4 Reasons Why ‘Made in China’ Isn’t Cost-Effective

4 Reasons Why ‘Made in China’ Isn’t Cost-Effective

It’s no secret why many companies choose to outsource some or all of their manufacturing processes to China. The availability of cheap labor and lack of stringent regulations in the country mean U.S. companies can save significantly on fixed costs by outsourcing – at least in the short-term. In practice, however, offshore manufacturing tends to cost far more in the long run. Here are some of the main reasons why. 1) The current trade war with China

The U.S. is currently imposing approximately $250 billion in tariffs on Chinese imports. For the first time in a long time, many […]

Editorial: Too many can’t afford to buy healthy food

It has been known for some time that certain foods are linked to ailments such as heart disease, Type 2 diabetes and a variety of cancers. Red meat, processed meat and products high in saturated fat such as cream top the list.

With this in mind, Health Canada has issued a new Food Guide, which places more emphasis on fruit, vegetables and whole grains.

The problem is that half of the working-class families in our country say they either cannot afford such a diet or would find it a struggle. And their concern is understandable.The price of vegetables is forecast to […]

Will Robots Completely Replace the Labor Force in Future Rapid Machining Industry?

Will Robots Completely Replace the Labor Force in Future Rapid Machining Industry?

With the advancement of Robotics in recent years, will they become a cheaper alternative to a human labor force? Robotics ( Newswire.net — April 18, 2019) — With the accelerated development of artificial intelligence and 3D printing, robots will expand to all corners of the rapid machining , covering the industry sector is not limited to services, technology and technology work is not spared. Then when people lose their jobs, their income is also deprived.

AI and Robots will Replace Humans after their High Development Earlier, a British broadcaster had reported that French socialist Benoit Hamon won the 29th […]

Market Progress : Agricultural Robots Market Shares – Industry Trends, Strategies, and Forecasts, 2019 to 2023

ResearchMoz presents professional and in-depth study of “Agricultural Robots Market Shares – Industry Trends, Strategies, and Forecasts, 2017 to 2023”.

The escalating global population is increasing demand for food products. To cope up with this demand, efficient farming processes are being explored. This is leading growth to the global agriculture robots market. In developing countries, the rising industrialization has led to the migration of labor from farming to jobs. This has resulted to the increase in the average labor cost, which is motivating consumers to employ automation for farming activities. On the other hand, in developed countries such as […]

Global Agricultural Robots Market To Increase At Steady Growth Rate To 2023

ResearchMoz presents professional and in-depth study of “Agricultural Robots Market Shares – Industry Trends, Strategies, and Forecasts, 2017 to 2023”.

The escalating global population is increasing demand for food products. To cope up with this demand, efficient farming processes are being explored. This is leading growth to the global agriculture robots market. In developing countries, the rising industrialization has led to the migration of labor from farming to jobs. This has resulted to the increase in the average labor cost, which is motivating consumers to employ automation for farming activities. On the other hand, in developed countries such as […]

Is automation going to destroy jobs in the oilpatch and in Estevan?

Is automation going to destroy jobs in the oilpatch and in Estevan?

These coal haulers cross Highway 47 south of Estevan. Would you want them to do so without drivers? Twice in the space of 24 hours, I was tagged on Facebook with relation to a post or story about automation and its threat to jobs.

The first post was from a man named Dave Shook, a self-described automation engineer working in the oilpatch. It’s got a lot of people talking, because in three days it was shared 6,800 times. On April 12, he stated, in part, “If you used to work in the oilpatch and you don’t any more, then I […]

2020 Hopeful Andrew Yang Proposes Giving Every American Adult $1000 a Month ‘Freedom Dividend’

2020 Hopeful Andrew Yang Proposes Giving Every American Adult $1000 a Month ‘Freedom Dividend’

Venture for America founder and 2020 Presidential candidate Andrew Yang proposed giving every American adult — 18 years or older — a $1000 a month freedom dividend.

The dividend, he said, will help stimulate the economy.

Yang’s plan came in response to a question about automation on Sunday.“Artificial intelligence has contributed to job automation leading to significant job losses in multiple sectors,” an audience member Emily Benson asked during a CNN Town Hall. “How do you propose regulating A.I. To ensure human employment and what do you propose in terms of reskilling programs to keep Americans competitive in the computer and […]

Andrew Yang: We’re undergoing the greatest economic transformation in our history

Andrew Yang: We're undergoing the greatest economic transformation in our history

2020 candidate makes a case for universal basic income 03:26 On Sunday, April 14, at 7 p.m. ET, CNN will host a town hall with Andrew Yang, an entrepreneur, former ambassador for globaleEntrepreneurship under the Obama administration and 2020 presidential candidate. The views expressed in this commentary are his own. View more opinion on CNN.

(CNN)I never thought I’d run for president. My parents were immigrants to this country — and leader of the free world was not on the list of careers presented to me as a skinny Asian kid growing up in upstate New York.

Instead, I became a […]

How automation is creating jobs

How automation is creating jobs

How automation is creating jobs. Robot workers replacing human jobs – the debate of the decade. In reality, the opposite looks true. Recent research carried out by ManpowerGroup shows that more employers than ever – 87 per cent – plan to increase or maintain headcount as a result of automation for the third consecutive year.

Rather than reducing employment opportunities, organisations are investing in digital, shifting tasks to robots and creating jobs. At the same time, companies are scaling their up-skilling programs so that their human workforce can perform new and complementary roles to those done by machines. The Skills […]

Take time to look ahead at Waukesha 2035 event

Take time to look ahead at Waukesha 2035 event

What will Waukesha County’s economy and business community look like in 2035? Waukesha 2035 , a new BizTimes Media event focused on competing in a new era of innovation, will examine that question, and more. Greg Satell The event ( click here to register ) will take place from 7 a.m. to 11 a.m. on Friday, April 26 at The Ingleside Hotel in Waukesha.

Greg Satell , author, advisor and Harvard Business Review contributor will provide the keynote address.

The event will also feature presentations by W. Kent Lorenz, retired chairman and CEO of Waukesha-based industrial automation firm Acieta LLC, […]