Darryl Seland, editorial director of Quality, and Michelle Bangert, managing editor of Quality, discuss the results and provide analysis for the annual State of the Profession Survey.

Our workforce is undergoing major changes, especially in talent management and retention. Understanding and addressing these shifts will be our next mission.

Businesses aiming for growth must find skilled labor and have enough revenue to scale operations. Proactive strategies help companies meet challenges and avoid negative outcomes that impact the bottom line.

Automation helps move skilled workers from repetitive tasks to more important roles, experts say. It’s essential to train them to use these new technologies properly.

The 2022 Quality State of the Profession looks at issues affecting manufacturers today. This year continues to be an unusual one.