Steve Lockwood, Executive Director of CITEC, recently shared this op-ed in the Press Republican’s “In My Opinion” column, addressing the challenges facing North Country manufacturers. He highlights workforce shortages, the growing role of technology, and the importance of partnerships in helping regional businesses remain competitive and resilient.
Manufacturers across the North Country are facing a familiar set of challenges: workforce shortages, employee retention, rising costs, supply chain pressures, and the rapid pace of technological change. In a recent opinion piece for the Press-Republican, CITEC Executive Director Steve Lockwood explores why meeting those challenges requires more than just filling open positions.
His column emphasizes that workforce development, training, technology adoption, and operational support all work best when manufacturers have the right partners behind them. CITEC helps connect North Country businesses with the expertise, resources, and support they need to strengthen their operations, remain competitive, and plan for long-term success.
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