Advanced Manufacturing Sector Report, 2016
This industry report examines the workforce data, characteristics and trends that define the Advanced Manufacturing sector within the Greater Portland-Vancouver Area. With nearly 100,000 jobs and a payroll of $7.6B, Advanced Manufacturing accounts for 10 percent of the regions private-sector employment and 15 percent of payroll. // Read more
America's Advanced Industries
This Brookings report focuses on the importance of “advanced industries” – those characterized by their reliance on technology R&D and STEM workers. It encompasses 50 industries including manufacturing, energy, high-tech, and health care. The report provides an overview of the role these industries play in American prosperity, assesses key trends, and outlines growth strategies. // Read more
Skills Outlook, 2013
Skills Outlook, 2013, published by the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD), evaluates the skills of adults in 24 countries. The report provides insight into the availability of key skills in society and how they are used at work and at home. // Read more