This brief examines the most important issues facing manufacturing organizations in 2008 and identifies key trends in manufacturing technology investment.

Scope

An overview of challenges facing manufacturing organizations in 2008. Datamonitor's view of the technology priorities of providers and payers. Strategies to help vendors in the manufacturing technology market.

Highlights

2008 has opened with a slightly grim outlook following the recent events in the US sub-prime mortgage market and their follow-on effects on the rest of the global economy. Suddenly, what had been an era of 'cheap money' has come to a very quick close with ramifications being felt around the world.

Reasons to Purchase

Learn about the top trends in manufacturing in 2008. Gain insight into the technology areas manufacturing organizations are investing in. Identify strategies for expanding business opportunities in manufacturing.