From additive manufacturing to advanced materials, cybersecurity to big data, THE BIG M attendees will explore new technology and share best practices shaping the future of manufacturing
DEARBORN, Mich. (PRWEB) May 18, 2015
All eyes in manufacturing will be on Detroit June 2-4 as SME's THE BIG M Manufacturing Convergence brings together industry executives, managers, engineers, product designers and students to Cobo Center to discover and shape what's next. As more than half of manufacturing leaders are planning to invest in advanced manufacturing technologies in the next two years, THE BIG M will provide them the opportunity to share best practices and experience the technologies that are transforming the industry, as well as highlight real-world examples for students to experience the myriad careers available in manufacturing.
"There are few platforms in the world that bring together the depth and breadth of manufacturing brands, decision makers, industry sectors and technologies as THE BIG M," said Christine Longroy, event manager for SME's THE BIG M. "Our attendees have a combined purchasing power of $5 billion, as well as a need to advance their future manufacturing strategies. THE BIG M provides a forum to bring all of the stakeholders together to shed light on topics that impact their businesses, increase U.S. competitiveness and ensure the success of the industry moving forward now and for the next-generation workforce."
THE BIG M will feature a variety of new and popular workshops, keynotes, exhibits and other interactive activities, including:
Registration is still available for the M | Build Workshop sprints, but spaces are limited. Visit bigmevent.com/attend for more information on all aspects of the event, including pricing and registration.
About THE BIG M
THE BIG M, produced by SME, is designed to convene manufacturers around industry's most vital issues and leverage the power of industry leaders to collaborate and address them. This event demonstrates that manufacturing professionals and companies can shape the future by creating a strong path forward together, connecting people with technology and expertise, affirming the importance of manufacturing, speaking in a unified voice to policymakers and proving that manufacturing is a knowledge industry where creativity is sought and valued. THE BIG M is proud to partner with the following sponsors: Michigan Economic Development Corp.; Automation Alley; AAM; Autodesk; Consumers Energy; General Electric; ITC Holdings Corp.; Kelly Engineering Resources; Licon; Materialise; Michigan Office Solutions; Plex Systems; PTC; Siemens; Square One Education Network; Stratasys; and Uber. Follow @bigMevent on Twitter or facebook.com/bigmevent.
About SME
SME connects all those who are passionate about making things that improve our world. As a nonprofit organization, SME has served practitioners, companies, educators, government and communities across the manufacturing spectrum for more than 80 years. Through its strategic areas of events, media, membership, training and development, and the SME Education Foundation, SME is uniquely dedicated to the advancement of manufacturing by addressing both knowledge and skills needed for the industry. Follow @SME_MFG on Twitter or facebook.com/SMEmfg.
1- Advanced Manufacturing Opportunities Report – How advanced manufacturing is helping U.S. companies compete globally, SME, Advanced Manufacturing Media, March 2015
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