“Over the next two years, our goal is to continue bridging the gap between cutting-edge research and everyday manufacturing,” Susie says. “We want to ensure that American companies—big and small— have access to the tools and people they need to compete globally.” THE POWER OF PARTNERSHIP The ARM Institute’s consortium model is at the heart of its success. With members spanning Fortune 500 corporations, universities, community colleges, startups, and government partners, the institute acts as a neutral convener, helping organizations pool expertise, share risk, and accelerate innovation. At the same time, the institute is working to expand RoboticsCareer.org beyond robotics to include other advanced manufacturing technologies. A new AI competency framework is also under development, intended to guide employers, educators, and workers on the skills most in demand. Another priority is supporting critical yet underappreciated industries such as casting and forging, which form the backbone of supply chains for aerospace, automotive, and defense. By bringing more robotics and AI into these environments, ARM hopes to boost efficiency and safety while strengthening domestic production capacity. 122 BUSINESS VIEW MAGAZINE VOLUME 12, ISSUE 09
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