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Facility Condition Assessments
global supply chain
03/06/2025

Trending Topics in Manufacturing: Taking the Pulse of the Industry

Get to know the latest trends shaping the future of manufacturing in 2025. From overcoming supply chain challenges and leveraging AI, to enhancing sustainability and embracing digital innovation, we explore navigating industry-wide challenges with cutting-edge technologies.
By Protolabs
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Manufacturing
industry insights
28/03/2025

What are the Key Principles of Lean Manufacturing?

Industry leaders are embracing lean manufacturing. It cuts down on waste, improves efficiency, and keeps businesses competitive. Learn about the core principles and how it applies to your business.
By Protolabs
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Customer Service
resources
17/03/2025

HS Codes: Your Definitive Guide to the Harmonised System

Find out about the Harmonised System, the globally recognised system for classifying various types of products for international trade. Understand HS codes, where to find them, and their role in customs procedures, including tariffs and importing and exporting regulations.
By Protolabs
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Approved Vendor List
Supply Chain
17/10/2024

Checking the Boxes on Your Approved Vendor List

10 reasons why Protolabs should be on your Approved Vendor List (AVL).
By Protolabs
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Supply chain resilience with JIT Manufacturing
Supply Chain
12/02/2024

How a Modified Just-in-Time Manufacturing Approach Evolved for Supply Chains

Just-in-time manufacturing was created to cure supply chain woes, but something happened…
By Protolabs
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supply chain resilience
Supply Chain
25/04/2023

Building supply chain resilience: five solutions for strengthening your supply chain

As the complexity of supply chains continues to grow and the number of unforeseeable disruptions increases, it is essential for businesses to develop a risk management strategy to address future disruptions. For organisations looking to build a resilient supply chain, this blog focuses on five key elements necessary for preparing for future disruptions.
By Protolabs
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Shortening the Development Cycle in the Aerospace Sector
Thought Leadership
16/01/2019

Shortening the Development Cycle in the Aerospace Sector

Safety is the overriding concern in aerospace and space technology - countless test cycles, inspection procedures and certificates are behind every single part of the jigsaw. Although safety requirements are non-negotiable, they come at a cost – they slow down the speed of the product development cycle.
By Stephen Dyson
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