Advanced Manufacturing Partnership
Stored: Advanced Manufacturing Partnership
| Type | Initiative |
|---|---|
| Sponsor Organization | Partnership |
| Top Organization | U.S. Department of Commerce |
| Creation Legislation | Executive Order by President Obama |
| Website | Website |
| Purpose | The Advanced Manufacturing Partnership unites industry, universities, and government to invest in emerging tech, create quality jobs, and boost U.S. competitiveness in IT, biotech, nanotech, and materials. |
| Program Start | 2011 |
| Initial Funding | More than $500 million |
| Duration | Initiative without a fixed end date, but its activities have continued under various programs |
| Historic | No |
Advanced Manufacturing Partnership (AMP) is a collaborative initiative between industry leaders, academia, and government agencies to advance the U.S. manufacturing sector. It focuses on driving innovation, improving manufacturing processes, and addressing workforce challenges to maintain global competitiveness.
Mission
The AMP's mission is to bolster the U.S. manufacturing industry through strategic recommendations that promote high-tech manufacturing, invest in research and development, and develop a skilled workforce. The partnership seeks to close the gap between basic research and commercial application, thereby enhancing economic growth and job creation.[1]
Parent organization
AMP is not under a single parent organization but is a collaborative effort coordinated by the U.S. Department of Commerce, with involvement from various other federal agencies.
Legislation
The partnership was not established by specific legislation but was launched by President Barack Obama in 2011 through an executive action.
Partners
- Leading U.S. companies in manufacturing
- Major universities and research institutions
- Federal agencies including the Department of Commerce, NIST, and DOE
- Labor unions and workforce development organizations[2]
Number of employees
AMP does not have traditional employees; it consists of appointed members from industry, academia, and government who serve in advisory roles.
Organization structure
The partnership operates through a steering committee composed of co-chairs from industry and academia, supported by various working groups.
Leader
The AMP is led by co-chairs, typically prominent figures from manufacturing and academia, who direct the partnership's initiatives.
Divisions
While there are no formal divisions, AMP works through:
- Working groups or subcommittees focused on specific aspects like workforce development, technology innovation, or policy recommendations.
List of programs
- Development of the National Network for Manufacturing Innovation (NNMI)
- Recommendations on manufacturing policy and investment
- Initiatives for workforce training and education in manufacturing
Last total enacted budget
The budget for AMP activities is not publicly specified; it is supported through existing federal agency budgets and industry contributions.
Staff
Staffing support comes from various federal agencies, particularly from the Department of Commerce, with no dedicated staff for AMP itself.
Funding
Funding for AMP's activities typically comes from federal government allocations, industry investments, and grants.
Services provided
AMP provides strategic guidance, fosters innovation in manufacturing technologies, supports the development of advanced manufacturing ecosystems, and promotes workforce development initiatives.
Regulations overseen
While AMP does not directly oversee regulations, its recommendations can influence manufacturing policy, funding for research, and educational programs.
Headquarters address
1400 Independence Ave SW, Washington, DC 20250, United States
History
Launched in 2011 by President Obama, AMP has evolved into AMP 2.0, focusing on scaling up the successes of its initial phase, particularly through the creation of manufacturing innovation institutes. It has been instrumental in shaping U.S. manufacturing policy and encouraging public-private partnerships.[3]
External links
References
- ↑ Manufacturing.gov. "Advanced Manufacturing Partnership 2.0". U.S. Department of Commerce, https://www.manufacturing.gov/amp20/ (accessed February 8, 2025).
- ↑ Manufacturing.gov. "Advanced Manufacturing Partnership 2.0". U.S. Department of Commerce, https://www.manufacturing.gov/amp20/ (accessed February 8, 2025).
- ↑ Manufacturing.gov. "Advanced Manufacturing Partnership 2.0". U.S. Department of Commerce, https://www.manufacturing.gov/amp20/ (accessed February 8, 2025).