In manufacturing, innovation and efficiency are becoming the key watchwords. KPMG International’s Global Manufacturing Outlook (GMO) report takes a close look at how global manufacturers are getting ready the innovation and technology-driven transformation that's on the horizon.

The report, which was published earlier this month, took a close look at changing attitudes of manufacturers around innovation and research and development (R&D), as well as how these organizations are striving to grow sales and reduce costs.

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