The future of manufacturing is a dark place, shrouded in the unknown. As wise Master Yoda once said, "Difficult to see. Always in motion is the future."

As in that galaxy far, far away, there are so many variables with which to consider: The skills gap, the aging workforce, trade disputes, complicated and costly new technologies. For executives and other leaders trying to make decisions based on what's right and not due to fear, thinking about it can be downright scary. Or at least give you a bit of heartburn.  Go to the full article & slide show