Kronos and Hypertherm Celebrate Manufacturing Day by Engaging and Inspiring the Future Workforce
In connection with Manufacturing Day, a national celebration on Oct. 5 to inspire the next-generation workforce, Kronos Incorporated will sponsor an official MFG Day event hosted by Hypertherm, a New Hampshire manufacturer of industrial cutting systems and software.
Kronos Survey Finds Many Parents Undervalue Manufacturing as a Career for Their Children, but Remain Openminded
According to a national survey commissioned by Kronos Incorporated, while 58 percent of parents1 want their child to be knowledgeable about science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) subjects and 43 percent agree STEM-focused careers have a promising future, only 20 percent of parents associate STEM education with the manufacturing industry. To inspire and recruit the next generation of modern manufacturers, these findings suggest Manufacturing Day (Oct. 5) and similar efforts to prioritize STEM education and raise the profile of the manufacturing industry are more important than ever.
Majority of Employees Worldwide Think Artificial Intelligence Can Make Work Better
According to a global survey of nearly 3,000 employees across eight nations conducted by The Workforce Institute at Kronos Incorporated, four out of five employees surveyed see significant opportunity for artificial intelligence (AI) to create a more engaging and empowering workplace experience, yet admit a lack of transparency from their employers is a primary driver of fear and concern.
