Open Manufacturing

Open Manufacturing refers to a collaborative approach in the production process that encourages sharing designs, technologies, and ideas among individuals and organizations. This method embraces transparency, allowing anyone to access and contribute to manufacturing processes, much like open-source software. By enabling collaboration, Open Manufacturing fosters innovation, reduces costs, and accelerates product development, as diverse perspectives are brought together. It utilizes digital tools and online platforms to facilitate this sharing, ultimately making manufacturing more efficient and accessible while promoting sustainability and local production.