Introduction

MAUM (Manufacturing Advancement by Unprecedented Morphing) is a new industrial consortium to solve real industrial problem and develop workforce pipeline for manufacturing companies.

Mission Statement

The consortium, MAUM (Manufacturing Advancement by Unprecedented Morphing), is dedicated to supporting manufacturing companies facing complex challenges in an era of rapid technological evolution and global interconnectedness. Our mission is to empower these companies to not only overcome their immediate manufacturing problems but also to seamlessly adapt and thrive in an ever-changing landscape, ultimately revolutionizing the way they create and deliver products in the age of technological transformation. Practical and immediate solutions to manufacturing problems are the top priority of the consortium while pursuing challenging manufacturing problems requiring medium to long-term research efforts. The consortium guide member companies to new business opportunities with enhanced manufacturing capabilities through consortium activities and futuristic yet practical visions. The consortium also seeks for every opportunities to enhance manufacturing technology, establish workforce pipeline, and promote social respect toward manufacturing industry.

GOALS

At MAUM, we are committed to shaping the future of manufacturing through collaboration, innovation, and sustainability. Our mission is to unite industry leaders, experts, and forward-thinking organizations to drive excellence in the manufacturing sector. We strive to:

  1. Foster Collaboration: Bring together diverse manufacturing stakeholders to facilitate the exchange of knowledge, ideas, and best practices, fostering synergy across the industry.
  2. Drive Innovation: Empower our members to embrace cutting-edge technologies, research, and methodologies, catalyzing breakthroughs in manufacturing processes, products, and services.
  3. Promote Sustainability: Champion environmentally responsible manufacturing practices, reducing the environmental footprint and ensuring a greener, more sustainable future.
  4. Enhance Education and Skills: Invest in education and workforce development programs, ensuring a highly skilled, adaptable, and diverse workforce for the manufacturing sector.
  5. Facilitate Market Growth: Enable members to expand their market reach, establish new partnerships, and drive economic growth within the manufacturing industry.
  6. Advocate for Policy: Serve as a collective voice, advocating for policies that support manufacturing’s growth, innovation, and sustainability at local, national, and global levels.
  7. Drive Global Competitiveness: Empower manufacturers to excel on the global stage by promoting efficiency, quality, and agility, enhancing our collective competitiveness.
  8. Together, we envision a dynamic, innovative, and sustainable manufacturing industry that serves as a cornerstone of economic growth, environmental responsibility, and societal progress. MAUM is committed to leading the way toward this vision, creating a brighter and more prosperous future for all.

Contact

Prof. Sangkee Min: sangkee.min at wisc.edu