Iowa’s history of supplying global markets with everything from food products and medical devices to aerospace electronics and construction machinery has positioned the state as one of the nation’s top destinations for advanced manufacturing.

With a drive to remain competitive and support the industry’s technological growth, the state formed an industry-led Manufacturing 4.0 initiative in 2020 with TEConomy Partners.

The resulting strategic plan provides navigation through Industry 4.0, a technology revolution, and offers actions to overcome the challenges of adopting technology, increasing productivity and competing for talent amid ongoing globalization in advanced manufacturing.

Download the plan for more information on the strategic pillars guiding Iowa’s Manufacturing 4.0 plan and Iowa’s efforts to fuel innovation and ensure continued prosperity for in-state business partners.