The Fourth Industrial Revolution

The first industrial revolution started in Britain in textile factories.  The second affected everything from steel to motor cars.  The third brought us computers.  Now, we might be looking at a fourth, one that will bring robots, artificial intelligence, and 3D printing to factories everywhere.  This change will disrupt the world.  Whether it means humanoid robots start to fill factories, or factories start churning out vastly different products every day thanks to the ease of 3D printing remains to be seen, but disruption is certain.  It doesn’t have to be negative though.  Manufacturing is a huge source of economic growth for the U.S. and countries around the world.  If the fourth industrial revolution is coming, here’s a chance for us to shape it so that it has the best impact possible on every nation.