Nextrade on the Digital Future of Trade in Phoenix
- Kati Suominen
- Feb 23, 2018
- 1 min read
Nextrade CEO Kati Suominen spoke today on the future of trade at the conference "Redefining Trade: A New Vision for Competitiveness & Prosperity" at Arizona State University. Featuring policy and business leaders across North America, the event focused on the future of NAFTA and American trade in the digitizing world economy.
Suominen discussed the transformations in globalization and U.S. trade and economy created by ecommerce, digitally-enabled services, and 3D printing and intelligent robots. She highlighted as challenges to fluid digital trade the "splinternet" - restrictive and divergent national digital regulations - as well as gaps in technology adoption by American middle
market companies, and limited mobility and opportunities for low-skilled workers, and proposed solutions to them. Her PPT can be found here.
Navigating the landscape of metal 3D printing technologies reveals how many different approaches exist, each with strengths and applications suited for specific industries. It’s impressive to see how precise and capable metal printers have become in producing parts that rival traditional manufacturing. While this industrial side grows, 3d printable files represents the creative side, showing how printing also fuels hobbies and fandoms with detailed collectible models. It reflects the balance between professional utility and personal passion in 3D printing.