Unpopular opinion:
Today’s supply chain issues were not caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.
They were illuminated by it.
That means they won’t go away when the pandemic goes away.
And, that’s why it’s still Day 1 at Stord.
Did you know that the extruder for #3dprintedhouses was patented back in the 1930s? Watch it in action in this video https://t.co/F7MLRzNAq1 the Urschel Wall Building Machine. Often the best ideas take time to turn successful. #AdditiveManufacturing#3dprintedhomes
#nearshoring promotes national security interests. The COVID-19 pandemic revealed the risks of just-in-time sourcing strategies and the lack of alternate or dual sources in many #SupplyChains. Geopolitical risk will remain as a key driver in supply chain decisions going forward.
Through strategic alliances, we will improve competitive positioning, gain entry to new markets, supplement critical skills, and share the risk and cost of major development projects. Pursuing #disruptiveinnovation in #industrial#additivemanufacturing
While on my #founder journey, asking for advice (and being a humble listener) paves the way to success. Just take the steps to overcome barriers, clear personal biases and allow room for growth. #startup#VentureCapital
@MacConwell Yes, it takes a lot of "human connection" to raise money. Pleasant journey, after all, talking to knowledgeable investor and learning from so many points of view. #founder#startup
I decided to turn my thread into a medium article
I just published How Desperation Drove Me to Use Twitter to take 1,128 Meetings to Raise the First $3M of RareBreed… https://t.co/hiXdE3znLK
Each one of us has a role to play in resolving the great challenges of the day. It all matters, and every contribution that helps push in the right direction makes a difference. (Richard Blum) #founders#startups