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Quantum Computing Chips Signal a New Era in Technology

1 week ago | thomasnet.com | Laura Ross |Audrey Altmann

No field has enjoyed more rapid developments than computing. In the past few decades, computers have been liberated from the confines of advanced science labs and become an essential item in every household. That’s not to mention their critical contributions across almost all industries and fields of research. If you believe the hype, the sector’s latest development marks the start of an entirely new era of computing.
The Circular Economy in Manufacturing

2 weeks ago | thomasnet.com | Laura Ross |Audrey Altmann

Manufacturers everywhere are rethinking how we make, use, market, and dispose of products. Car re-rentals, vending machines for washing powder, coffee cups you can eat, subscriptions for recyclable running shoes, and water harvesting using food scraps: from manufacturing processes and service-based models to product innovation, a lot is happening in the circular economy. Creating a circular economy means reinventing the way we manufacture and consume goods.
Which Industries Use the Most Energy?

2 weeks ago | thomasnet.com | Laura Ross |Audrey Altmann

The industrial sector tops the list of the world’s biggest energy consumers, using around 54% of the world’s total energy. In the U.S. alone, industrial activities consumed a staggering British thermal units (BTU) in 2023, and annual usage is expected to grow rapidly between now and 2050. The problem? A host of environmental issues—including air, water, and thermal pollution, climate change, and solid waste disposal—are directly linked to energy production and consumption.
The Home Depot’s Strategy for Supply Chain Success

3 weeks ago | thomasnet.com | Laura Ross |Audrey Altmann

Home Depot is the world’s largest home improvement retailer, which sells a wide range of building materials, home improvement supplies, power tools, appliances, and indoor and outdoor garden products to DIY customers, professional contractors, and the industry’s largest installation businesses. Today, the retailer operates 2,300 stores across North America, each averaging 105,000 square feet of indoor retail space. It also has a thriving e-commerce business, selling over one million products.
The Largest U.S. Steel Companies

3 weeks ago | thomasnet.com | Laura Ross |Audrey Altmann

The global steel market, worth an estimated $1.47 trillion in 2024, is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.6% between 2025 and 2030. This growth is attributable to various factors, including urbanization, population growth, advances in the automotive and aerospace industries, and the rapid expansion of the renewable energy sector.
Behind the Chevrolet Corvette Supply Chain

1 month ago | thomasnet.com | Laura Ross |Audrey Altmann

The Chevrolet Corvette is the world’s longest-running, continuously produced passenger car and a symbol of quintessential American culture. First introduced by General Motors (GM) in 1953 under the Chevrolet marque, this two-door, two-seater sports car, named after the small, fast-moving naval vessels once employed by the British Navy, emanates style, class, and effortless high performance.
What Are the Largest Telescopes in the World?

1 month ago | thomasnet.com | Laura Ross |Audrey Altmann

Our ancestors have been observing the night skies for thousands of years. As far back as Ancient Greece and Egypt, astronomers and mathematicians demonstrated a good understanding of despite relying on the naked eye for their stargazing activities. It wasn’t until 1608, however, that the first telescope was invented.
The Most In-Demand Manufacturing Jobs in 2025

1 month ago | thomasnet.com | Laura Ross |Audrey Altmann

U.S. manufacturing faces significant recruitment challenges. For one thing, the industry is likely to require a staggering 3.8 million new workers by 2033, according to research from the Manufacturing Institute and Deloitte. More concerning is that the most in-demand manufacturing skills are fast evolving, thanks to the rise of advanced technologies like automation, the Internet of Things, robotics, and artificial intelligence.
7 Teenage Inventors Who Are Changing the World

1 month ago | thomasnet.com | Laura Ross |Audrey Altmann

It shouldn’t be surprising to learn that teenagers are responsible for some of the world’s most innovative and inspiring inventions. Sometimes unaware of the limitations and pressures of adult life, young people are awarded the time and space to dream big and be wholly uncynical, to express themselves creatively, discover their passions, and conceive of changing the world.
6 Career Mistakes That Could Be Holding You Back - and How to Fix Them

2 months ago | thomasnet.com | Laura Ross |Audrey Altmann

Are you starting to feel despondent about your long-term career prospects? Perhaps you recently missed out on a promotion or failed to secure a meaningful pay rise for several years running. Maybe you feel overworked, unsupported, and underappreciated. On the flip side, it’s possible you’re being overlooked for purposeful assignments, and the monotony and repetitiveness of the job is getting you down.