The maker revolution
Subtitle: building a future on creativity and innovation in an exponential world
By: Mark R. Hatch
Published: 2018
Language: eng
Number of pages: 160
ISBN-13: 9781119418825
Copyright date: 2018
Subjects: Entrepreneurship; Technological innovations; Economic aspects; Success in business
Description: "This book is a guidebook to the new industrial revolution. Artisans, crafters, DIYers, and inventors around the globe are changing the way we change the world--are you ready to join the movement? This book shows you how to find your place in the revolution. You'll learn how the movement came about, and how Makers are already shifting paradigms and pushing the boundaries of innovation. You'll discover the people, organizations, and technologies that are catalyzing a re-thinking of industry, business, economic development and education, and you'll explore the ways in which specific types of participation could propel the movement toward greater access and inclusivity. You may even discover your own inner Maker, and decide to join the revolution"--
Notes: Includes index.
Table of contents: title: Trends that are Driving the Maker Revolution. Exponential Technologies ; Tools and Knowledge ; Capital, Manufacturing, and Markets ; Recapping the Drivers of the Revolution; title: The Maker Revolution is Driving Major Changes. Economic Development ; Innovation ; Creativity ; Education; title: What Should We Do About It?. Institutional Response ; A Call to Arms, How Engaged Are You?.