As Michigan struggles to attract knowledge economy workers, drive innovation, and find new relevance for the manufacturing skill and capability across the state, a number of groups are moving forward on what they say is a strategy to attract jobs and workers. Some say manufacturing is on its way out; others say it's here to stay and needs to change.
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As a broader debate unfolds on how to pursue a better economic future for the state, the latest initiative in western Michigan reflects a course already set down.
The basic premise behind InnovationWorks is to connect inventors with people who can take their ideas to market, ultimately creating new jobs for the region.
In a broader sense, the backers of InnovationWorks are embracing western Michigan's manufacturing heritage and acumen while at the same time pursuing the coveted so-called knowledge workers and industries of tomorrow -- a strategy some advocate should become the sole thrust of economic development.
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